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Petersfield South

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About

Petersfield South is a residential area situated just below the town centre, characterised by quiet streets and a mix of housing styles. The area extends towards the rolling fields and wooded hills that mark the southern edge of the town, providing a direct transition into the Hampshire countryside.

The landscape is defined by the presence of The Hangers, a line of steep, wooded hills that form a distinctive backdrop. Heath Pond, a large natural pond on the common land, serves as a local focal point for walking and recreation amidst this green setting.

Area overview

On average Petersfield South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 15.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Petersfield South is £57,281 per year. There are 2 schools in Petersfield South: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Petersfield South is home to around 9,622 people, with a population density of about 1,843.2 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
63
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
15%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Petersfield South Population
9,622
Population density
1,843.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
34.3(+9%)
Shoplifting
11.64(+45%)
Public order
8.11(+33%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.59(-34%)
Criminal damage and arson
6.13(-5%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,610
89.48%
Other White
442
4.59%
Indian
76
0.79%
Other Asian
66
0.69%
Irish
62
0.64%
Total population: 9,622

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,949
37.59%
Level 3 (A level)
1,340
17.08%
No qualifications
1,159
14.77%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,125
14.34%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
713
9.09%
Total 16+ residents: 7,846

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,530
35.09%
Owns with a mortgage
1,089
24.98%
Private landlord or letting agency
747
17.13%
Other social rented
714
16.38%
Social rents from council
119
2.73%
Total households: 4,360

Property prices in Petersfield South

Based on 124 recent sales, the median property price is £370,000 in Petersfield South area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £1,900,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Petersfield 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 Petersfield South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached19£635,000
Flats39£245,000
Semi-Detached30£435,500
Terraced36£377,500

10 years median price trend in Petersfield South

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

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.