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Bitterne South

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About

Bitterne South is a residential area located on the eastern side of Southampton, near the River Itchen. The area features a mix of housing, including detached homes, terraced houses, and flats. It is well-connected to the city center via major roads like Thomas Lewis Way and the A3024, as well as local bus routes. The nearby Bitterne railway station provides links to Southampton Central and other destinations.

The area includes several green spaces, such as Peartree Green and the Riverside Park, which runs along the River Itchen. Local amenities include Bitterne Shopping Centre, offering supermarkets, independent shops, and cafes. Schools in the area include Bitterne Manor Primary and Woodlands Community College. The proximity to the river and parks makes it a practical choice for those who enjoy outdoor activities.

Area overview

On average Bitterne South has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 99 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bitterne South is £54,800 per year. There are 1 schools in Bitterne South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
99
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
7.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Bitterne South Population
6,178
Population density
4,629.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,036
81.48%
Other White
426
6.89%
Indian
154
2.49%
Other Asian
90
1.46%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
65
1.05%
Total population: 6,181

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
970
38.83%
Owns outright
868
34.75%
Private landlord or letting agency
409
16.37%
Social rents from council
157
6.29%
Other social rented
47
1.88%
Total households: 2,498

Property prices in Bitterne South

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Bitterne South area, with individual transactions ranging from £61,000 up to £530,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Bitterne South in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Bitterne South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached30£375,000
Flats9£157,500
Semi-Detached19£300,000
Terraced9£270,000

10 years median price trend in Bitterne South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Bitterne South.

All postcodes in Bitterne South

SO197RD

Angel Crescent

SO197RN

Peartree Avenue

SO194DY

Chessel Avenue

SO197BT

Downside Avenue

SO197HS

Ashburnham Close

SO197LW

Bursledon Road

SO197NF

Redlands Drive

SO181DA

Bitterne South

SO194BT

Chessel Crescent

SO197AY

Braeside Close

SO197RA

Peartree Avenue

SO185RR

Angel Crescent

SO194DX

Chessel Avenue

SO197AB

Maldon Road

SO197AP

Bryanston Road

SO197JF

Bronte Way

SO197BE

Carisbrooke Drive

SO197BW

Deacon Crescent

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.