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Sholing West

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 74 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

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 73 recent sales, the median property price is £280,000 in Sholing West area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £500,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 Sholing West over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	12	£326,500	£287,750	£299,250	£395,000	£450,500
Flats	17	£162,000	£86,000	£135,000	£171,500	£203,000
Semi-Detached	29	£296,500	£216,800	£278,000	£325,000	£380,600
Terraced	15	£245,000	£209,500	£227,500	£265,000	£306,000

10 years median price trend in Sholing West

Data Sources

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

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

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