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Freemantle

England / South East / Southampton / Freemantle

About

Freemantle is a residential area located in the western part of Southampton, near the city centre. The area is known for its mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, post-war homes, and modern developments. It is bordered by Shirley to the east and Millbrook to the west, with good transport links to the city and surrounding areas.

Freemantle has several local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks such as Freemantle Lake. The area is close to Southampton Common, one of the city's largest green spaces. Freemantle is primarily a quiet, residential neighbourhood with a community-focused atmosphere. Its proximity to the city centre makes it a practical location for commuters and families.

Area overview

On average Freemantle has high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 219 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Freemantle is £47,800 per year. There are 2 schools in Freemantle: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
9/10
Crimes per 1k residents
219
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
14.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Freemantle Population
7,816
Population density
3,888.6 per km²

Demographics

British
4,376
55.99%
Other White
1,573
20.13%
Indian
383
4.9%
Other Asian
246
3.15%
African
228
2.92%
Total population: 7,815

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,583
42.44%
Owns with a mortgage
798
21.39%
Owns outright
664
17.8%
Other social rented
395
10.59%
Social rents from council
171
4.58%
Total households: 3,730

Property prices in Freemantle

Based on 72 recent sales, the median property price is £247,500 in Freemantle area, with individual transactions ranging from £95,000 up to £552,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached2£405,000
Flats24£138,500
Semi-Detached17£290,000
Terraced29£257,500

10 years price trend in Freemantle

All postcodes in Freemantle

SO151HE

Southern Road

SO153FU

Richmond Road

SO153RU

Lakelands Drive

SO155TE

Stafford Road

SO151HQ

Millbrook Road East

SO151LQ

Millbrook Road East

SO153BB

Dymott Close

SO153FE

Church End

SO153GR

Kentish Road

SO153GS

Wolseley Road

SO153HT

Church End

SO153RW

Richmond Road

SO153SN

Cawte Road

SO151JQ

Cracknore Road

SO153AJ

Almond Road

SO153EN

Firgrove Road

SO153HE

Randolph Street

SO153HG

Dymott Close

SO153SE

Payne's Road

SO151HT

Millbrook Road East

SO151PA

Church End

SO153AT

Church End

SO153ET

Firgrove Road

SO153SF

Payne's Road

SO155DG

Alexandra Road

SO155RZ

Central Station Bridge

SO151BX

Millbrook Road East

SO151JH

Hewitts Road

SO153BJ

Mansion Road

SO153BY

Payne's Road

SO153GF

Foundry Lane

SO153AD

Park Road

SO151AS

Cracknore Road

SO151JP

Elgin Road

SO153AQ

Waterloo Road

SO153DP

Park Road

SO153ED

Trafalgar Road

SO153GT

Bridgwater Court

SO151JJ

Mountbatten Way

SO151RJ

Millbrook Road East

SO153AR

Waterloo Road

SO153DZ

Nelson Road

SO153FB

Andover Road

SO153FX

Foundry Lane

SO151AH

Millbrook Road East

SO153AL

Lakelands Drive

SO153AS

Park Road

SO153DQ

Cawte Road

SO151JG

Waverley Road

SO151JN

Cliff Road

SO153AU

Sir George's Road

SO153EA

Trafalgar Road

SO153ER

Wolseley Road

SO153GB

Foundry Lane

SO153GQ

Waterloo Road

SO153LH

Waterloo Road

SO153AY

Princes Road

SO150RB

Herbert Walker Avenue

SO151JS

Millbrook Road East

SO153AB

Bourne Road

SO153AE

Park Road

SO153AG

Varna Road

SO153DS

Firgrove Road

SO153EX

Bourne Road

SO153FR

Richmond Road

SO153SH

Payne's Road

SO153UA

Grove Road

SO153LP

Church End

SO151JL

Elgin Road

SO153NW

Dyer Road

SO153GJ

York Road

SO153HQ

Church End

SO153HR

Church End

SO153HU

Church End

SO151JF

Waverley Road

SO153BA

Park Road

SO153BP

Mansion Road

SO153BQ

Mansion Road

SO153EU

Church End

SO155AY

Hill Lane

SO151HZ

Millbrook Road East

SO153DW

Nelson Road

SO153GX

Kentish Road

SO153EJ

Albany Road

SO153EY

Church End

SO153FL

Cawte Road

SO153FS

Richmond Road

SO153GL

York Road

SO153HH

Grove Road

SO153RS

Kingston Road

SO155DF

Roberts Road

SO155FP

Malmesbury Road

SO155FQ

Malmesbury Road

SO155FT

Malmesbury Place

SO153BE

Waterloo Road

SO153BX

Payne's Road

SO153EH

Dyer Road

SO153NZ

Lakelands Drive

SO151JT

Millbrook Road East

SO153AF

Varna Road

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Data Sources

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