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Upper Meon Valley

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About

The Upper Meon Valley ward is located in the southern part of Winchester, covering a rural area known for its picturesque landscapes and historic villages. The ward includes settlements such as Exton, Corhampton, and Meonstoke, which are characterised by traditional thatched cottages and agricultural land. The River Meon runs through the area, contributing to its natural charm and supporting local wildlife.

The ward is primarily agricultural, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. It also attracts visitors due to its walking trails, including parts of the South Downs Way. The area has a strong sense of community, with village halls and local events fostering connections among residents. Despite its rural setting, Upper Meon Valley is within commuting distance of Winchester, making it a popular choice for those seeking a quieter lifestyle.

Area overview

On average Upper Meon Valley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 58 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Upper Meon Valley is £56,447 per year. There are 6 schools in Upper Meon Valley: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
58
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Upper Meon Valley Population
5,582
Population density
36.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,149
92.23%
Other White
201
3.6%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
40
0.72%
Irish
35
0.63%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
33
0.59%
Total population: 5,583

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
909
40.73%
Owns with a mortgage
656
29.39%
Private landlord or letting agency
325
14.56%
Social rents from council
136
6.09%
Other forms of private rent
112
5.02%
Total households: 2,232

Property prices in Upper Meon Valley

Based on 34 recent sales, the median property price is £787,500 in Upper Meon Valley area, with individual transactions ranging from £432,000 up to £2,700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Upper Meon Valley 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 Upper Meon Valley over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached24£892,500
Semi-Detached6£707,500
Terraced4£591,500

10 years median price trend in Upper Meon Valley

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Upper Meon Valley.

All postcodes in Upper Meon Valley

SO211JR

Longwood Dean Lane

SO211JE

Morestead Road

SO211JS

Longwood Dean Lane

SO211JU

Longwood Dean Lane

SO240JS

Church Lane

SO240JT

Cheriton Lane

SO240QR

New Alresford

SO240NX

Holden Lane

SO240QG

Dark Lane

SO321HR

Farm Drive

SO323NW

Allens Farm Lane

GU321FA

Knapps Hard

GU321JZ

Headon View

GU321LJ

Church Lane

SO211HR

Kings Lane

SO211JQ

Hurst Lane

SO240JH

Three Horse Shoes Lane

SO240LR

Petersfield Road

SO321NQ

Stake's Lane

SO323NP

Pound Cottages

SO211NA

Fawley Lane

SO240HW

Church Lane

SO240QQ

The Goodens

SO323LW

Beacon Hill Lane

GU321JQ

Station Road

GU321LW

Doctors Lane

SO211LF

Hatchers Lane

SO211LZ

Hazeley Road

SO240EY

New Alresford

SO240JR

Wood Lane

SO240PR

Hill Houses Lane

SO240PY

New Alresford

SO240QF

Dark Lane

SO240QJ

New Alresford

SO321JA

Upham Street

SO323LA

Beacon Hill Lane

GU321AP

Headon View

GU321LQ

Church Lane

SO211JZ

Church Lane

SO211HU

Kings Lane

SO211JG

Whaddon Lane

SO211LP

Main Road

SO211LX

Owslebury Bottom

SO240JX

Petersfield Road

SO240LL

Petersfield Road

SO240PW

North End Lane

SO323NE

Bucks Head Hill

GU321LR

Doctors Lane

SO211FE

Colden Common & Twyford

SO211HH

Telegraph Way

SO211JH

Hurst Lane

SO211JT

Longwood Dean Lane

SO323NF

Pound Lane

Data Sources

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