What are prices by property type in Bitterne West?

Latest medians: Detached £360,000, Semi-detached £343,250, Terraced £320,000, Flats £170,000.

How many households are in Bitterne West?

There are 3,712 households in Bitterne West

How safe is Bitterne West?

Crime level in Bitterne West is moderate with about 76 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What home types are most common in Bitterne West?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 36.0%, semi-detached 26.3%.

How much social housing is near Bitterne West?

About 8.0% across the Bitterne West area.

What are house prices in Bitterne West?

Based on 96 recent sales, the median price is £282,000.

What's the average income in Bitterne West?

Average resident income is about £53,400 per year.

How deprived is Bitterne West?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 16258 of 32844 in country).

What's the Bitterne West population and density?

Bitterne West population is 8,318 with density 5759.2 per km².

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Q: What schools in Bitterne West and how are they rated?

There are 3 schools in Bitterne West: 2 primary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South East / Southampton / Bitterne West

About

Bitterne West is a residential area located in the eastern part of Southampton, near the River Itchen. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached homes, terraced houses, and some modern developments. Local amenities include small shops, cafes, and takeaways, with Bitterne Road West serving as a key route for transport and commerce.

The area is well-connected, with bus links to Southampton city centre and nearby suburbs. Bitterne West is close to green spaces such as Riverside Park, which runs along the river and offers walking paths and recreational areas. Schools and community facilities are within easy reach, making it a practical choice for families. The nearby A334 provides quick access to Southampton Airport and the M27 motorway.

Area overview

On average Bitterne West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Bitterne West is £53,400 per year. There are 3 schools in Bitterne West: 2 primary (2 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Bitterne West Population

8,318

Population density

5,759.2 per km²

Demographics

British

6,214

74.71%

Other White

855

10.28%

Indian

261

3.14%

African

135

1.62%

Other Asian

120

1.44%

Total population: 8,318

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,159

31.19%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,116

30.03%

Owns outright

984

26.48%

Other social rented

228

6.14%

Social rents from council

105

2.83%

Total households: 3,716

Property prices in Bitterne West

Based on 96 recent sales, the median property price is £282,000 in Bitterne West area, with individual transactions ranging from £68,000 up to £732,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	22	£360,000	£240,500	£300,625	£413,750	£497,350
Flats	35	£170,000	£79,690	£128,500	£185,000	£215,600
Semi-Detached	30	£343,250	£229,250	£301,250	£382,750	£465,100
Terraced	9	£320,000	£236,500	£270,000	£327,500	£463,800

10 years price trend in Bitterne West

All postcodes in Bitterne West

SO189LQ

Bitterne West

SO140HW

Bitterne West

SO181DY

Hawkeswood Road

SO181AE

Quayside Road

SO181AW

Englefield Road

SO181LR

Bond Road

SO184HW

Beech Avenue

SO143GH

Bitterne West

SO181DZ

Cobden Avenue

SO181EE

Bitterne West

SO184PP

Trent Close

SO181QY

Bullar Road

SO181DG

Bullar Road

SO181AX

Vespasian Road

SO181BT

Bullar Road

SO181DU

Vespasian Road

SO181EP

Quayside Road

SO181GU

Bullar Road

SO189QH

Bitterne West

SO184EU

Glenfield Avenue

SO184GY

Midanbury Lane

SO189TQ

Bitterne West

SO181EN

Quayside Road

SO181JY

Hillside Avenue

SO181LX

Ash Tree Road

SO184FQ

Avon Road

SO184HR

Beech Avenue

SO181AQ

Bitterne Road

SO181BF

Whitworth Road

SO181EH

Vespasian Road

SO184EX

Cobden Crescent

SO184JR

Cobden Avenue

SO189TU

Bitterne West

SO189PH

Bitterne West

SO181AS

Rampart Road

SO181AU

Bitterne West

SO181BN

Bitterne West

SO181HH

Cobbett Road

SO181HJ

Bullar Road

SO184EE

Maple Road

SO181AN

Englefield Road

SO189PN

Bitterne West

SO181LY

Ash Tree Road

SO181RE

Hawkeswood Road

SO184EF

Maple Road

SO184PR

Trent Road

SO181AH

Steuart Road

SO181AT

Rampart Road

SO181LD

Hillside Avenue

SO184EZ

Cobden Crescent

SO184GP

Midanbury Lane

SO184HB

Midanbury Lane

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail