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Romsey Town

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About

Romsey Town is located in the Test Valley district of Hampshire, England. It lies along the River Test, known for its clear waters and trout fishing. The town has a mix of historic buildings and modern amenities, with a market square at its center. Romsey Abbey, a prominent Norman church, dominates the skyline and dates back to the 10th century.

The area is well-connected by road and rail, with easy access to Southampton and Winchester. Local shops, cafes, and pubs line the streets, serving both residents and visitors. The surrounding countryside offers walking trails and outdoor activities, with the New Forest National Park nearby. Romsey maintains a balance between rural charm and practical convenience.

Area overview

On average Romsey Town has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 96 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Romsey Town is £38,100 per year. There are 2 schools in Romsey Town: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
96
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
16.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Romsey Town Population
5,857
Population density
2,834.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,396
92.18%
Other White
177
3.02%
Other Asian
47
0.8%
Irish
43
0.73%
Other
35
0.6%
Total population: 5,854

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,389
45.6%
Owns with a mortgage
528
17.33%
Private landlord or letting agency
497
16.32%
Other social rented
377
12.38%
Social rents from council
165
5.42%
Total households: 3,046

Property prices in Romsey Town

Based on 108 recent sales, the median property price is £376,500 in Romsey Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £1,440,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Romsey Town 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 Romsey Town over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached19£600,000
Flats39£265,000
Semi-Detached16£440,000
Terraced34£407,500

10 years median price trend in Romsey Town

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

All postcodes in Romsey Town

SO518BZ

Cressey Road

SO518FS

Malmesbury Road

SO518NA

Corn Market

SO511DE

Church Street

SO518AN

Alma Road

SO518BW

Love Lane

SO518HR

Middlebridge Street

SO515UU

Nursery Gardens

SO517PF

Church Street

SO518BY

Linden Road

SO518DU

Station Approach

SO518GG

Palmerston Street

SO518HA

Millstream Rise

SO518JA

Brick Lane

SO518LF

Orchard Lane

SO511FP

Romsey Town

SO515RJ

The Tyleshades

SO518DB

Linden Road

SO518DX

Mountbatten Avenue

SO518DZ

Fleming Place

SO518ET

Hollman Drive

SO518FQ

Romsey Town

SO518FW

Station Road

SO518HL

By-Pass Road

SO518JZ

The Horsefair

SO511FA

Church Street

SO515AD

Fryers Close

SO515HS

Jacobs Close

SO518AB

Winchester Road

SO518GS

Banning Street

SO518NB

Market Place

SO518GP

Broadwater Road

SO518AE

The Harrage

SO518EE

Albany Road

SO518EU

Mill Lane

SO518GF

Palmerston Street

SO511ES

Church Street

SO510HA

Belbins

SO518AJ

Chavy Water

SO518DT

Canal Walk

SO518GA

Bell Street

SO518JN

Latimer Street

SO518TB

Love Lane

Data Sources

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