Marchwood & Eling is a ward in the New Forest district, located near the western edge of Southampton. The area includes the villages of Marchwood and Eling, along with the historic Eling Tide Mill, one of the few remaining working tide mills in the UK. The ward is bordered by the River Test and Southampton Water, providing a mix of coastal and rural landscapes.
The area has a mix of residential housing and green spaces, with local amenities including schools, shops, and community facilities. Eling’s medieval church and the nearby Totton and Eling Cricket Club add to the ward’s historical and social character. The ward benefits from good transport links, including proximity to the M27 motorway and Southampton Airport.
On average Marchwood & Eling has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 100 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Marchwood & Eling is £46,677 per year. There are 3 schools in Marchwood & Eling: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
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St Johns Court
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Down's Park Crescent
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Maritime Avenue
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Elder Close
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The Rowans
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Totton Town
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Eling Hill
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Totton By-Pass
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Africa Drive
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Ferndale Road
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Main Road
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Rumbridge Gardens
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