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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 218 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
218
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

Ethnic groups

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

Housing tenure

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 £250,000 in Freemantle area, with individual transactions ranging from £97,000 up to £552,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Freemantle 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 Freemantle over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached3£280,000
Flats20£138,500
Semi-Detached20£278,000
Terraced29£260,000

10 years median price trend in Freemantle

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

All postcodes in Freemantle

SO153AW

Park Road

Data Sources

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