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Southampton

England / South East / Southampton

About

Southampton is a coastal city in the South East of England, known for its major port and maritime history. The district includes the city centre, suburbs, and surrounding areas, with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial zones. The port remains a key economic driver, handling cargo and cruise ships, while the city centre offers shopping, dining, and cultural venues like the SeaCity Museum.

The district features green spaces such as Southampton Common and the Riverside Park, providing recreational areas for residents. Educational institutions like the University of Southampton contribute to the area’s academic and research profile. Transport links include a well-connected railway station and proximity to the M27 motorway, making it accessible to other parts of the region. The district balances urban development with coastal and rural surroundings.

Area overview

On average Southampton has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 125 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southampton is £47,601 per year. There are 84 schools in Southampton: 54 primary (8 Outstanding and 34 Good) and 13 secondary (2 Outstanding and 7 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
125
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
20.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Southampton Population
248,922
Population density
4,990.5 per km²

Demographics

British
169,481
68.09%
Other White
28,787
11.56%
Indian
9,169
3.68%
Other Asian
6,784
2.73%
African
5,627
2.26%
Total population: 248,920

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
28,063
27.43%
Owns with a mortgage
25,789
25.21%
Owns outright
23,049
22.53%
Social rents from council
14,958
14.62%
Other social rented
7,439
7.27%
Total households: 102,290

Property prices in Southampton

Based on 2,252 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Southampton area, with individual transactions ranging from £57,000 up to £1,169,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached346£375,000
Flats711£161,000
Semi-Detached611£310,000
Terraced584£260,000

10 years price trend in Southampton

All wards in Southampton

Banister & Polygon

Bargate

Bassett

Bevois

Bitterne Park

Coxford

Freemantle

Harefield

Millbrook

Peartree

Portswood

Redbridge

Shirley

Sholing

Swaythling

Thornhill

Woolston

Data Sources

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