What's the average income in Sholing West?

Average resident income is about £46,500 per year.

How deprived is Sholing West?

Deprivation score 6/10 (rank 13514 of 32844 in country).

How much social housing is near Sholing West?

About 11.7% across the Sholing West area.

What home types are most common in Sholing West?

Housing mix: semi-detached 44.6%, detached 19.2%.

What are house prices in Sholing West?

Based on 68 recent sales, the median price is £275,000.

What are prices by property type in Sholing West?

Latest medians: Detached £333,000, Semi-detached £296,500, Terraced £247,500, Flats £149,750.

How safe is Sholing West?

Crime level in Sholing West is moderate with about 78 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What's the Sholing West population and density?

Sholing West population is 6,337 with density 4577.1 per km².

How many households are in Sholing West?

There are 2,744 households in Sholing West

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Q: What schools in Sholing West and how are they rated?

There are 4 schools in Sholing West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

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About

Sholing West is a residential area located in the eastern part of Southampton, England. It is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes. The area is well-connected to the city center via public transport, including buses and nearby railway stations like Sholing and Bitterne.

Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, such as the Sholing Recreation Ground. The area has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with easy access to major roads like the A3024 for commuting. Sholing West is close to the River Itchen, offering some green spaces and walking routes. The neighborhood is practical for families and commuters, with a balance of convenience and affordability.

Area overview

On average Sholing West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 78 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Sholing West is £46,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Sholing West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

11.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Sholing West Population

6,337

Population density

4,577.1 per km²

Demographics

British

5,473

86.3%

Other White

423

6.67%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.93%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.71%

Other Asian

0.65%

Total population: 6,342

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,016

37.04%

Owns outright

883

32.19%

Private landlord or letting agency

453

16.51%

Social rents from council

186

6.78%

Other social rented

132

4.81%

Total households: 2,743

Property prices in Sholing West

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £275,000 in Sholing West area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £465,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	11	£333,000	£279,250	£307,500	£382,500	£437,500
Flats	14	£149,750	£76,500	£126,000	£174,125	£193,500
Semi-Detached	27	£296,500	£232,100	£280,000	£326,000	£381,700
Terraced	16	£247,500	£211,250	£233,750	£268,250	£292,500

10 years price trend in Sholing West

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail