What's the Woolston population and density?

Woolston population is 9,585 with density 5492.8 per km².

How safe is Woolston?

Crime level in Woolston is moderate with about 91 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What home types are most common in Woolston?

Housing mix: purpose-built flat 33.0%, semi-detached 30.0%.

What are prices by property type in Woolston?

Latest medians: Detached £350,000, Semi-detached £300,000, Terraced £256,250, Flats £162,000.

How many households are in Woolston?

There are 4,277 households in Woolston

What's the average income in Woolston?

Average resident income is about £49,300 per year.

How much social housing is near Woolston?

About 14.7% across the Woolston area.

How deprived is Woolston?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 11205 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Woolston?

Based on 132 recent sales, the median price is £251,050; see the 10-year chart for trends.

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Q: What schools in Woolston and how are they rated?

There are 2 schools in Woolston: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South East / Southampton / Woolston

About

Woolston is a residential and industrial area located on the eastern bank of the River Itchen in Southampton. Historically known for its shipbuilding and maritime industries, the area retains some industrial sites alongside newer housing developments. The Itchen Bridge connects Woolston to the city centre, providing easy access to Southampton’s amenities.

The area features a mix of Victorian terraces, postwar homes, and modern apartments, catering to a range of residents. Local shops, pubs, and green spaces like Peartree Green offer everyday conveniences. Woolston also has strong transport links, with bus routes and proximity to Southampton Airport Parkway station. The riverside location provides views of the water and nearby marinas.

Area overview

On average Woolston has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 91 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Woolston is £49,300 per year. There are 2 schools in Woolston: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

14.7%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Woolston Population

9,585

Population density

5,492.8 per km²

Demographics

British

7,520

78.48%

Other White

989

10.32%

Other Asian

128

1.34%

African

123

1.28%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

105

1.1%

Total population: 9,582

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,306

30.54%

Private landlord or letting agency

1,124

26.28%

Owns outright

989

23.12%

Other social rented

459

10.73%

Shared ownership

175

4.09%

Total households: 4,277

Property prices in Woolston

Based on 132 recent sales, the median property price is £251,050 in Woolston area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £475,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	15	£350,000	£222,500	£300,000	£423,200	£471,500
Flats	49	£162,000	£66,200	£140,000	£192,000	£261,200
Semi-Detached	36	£300,000	£195,000	£263,750	£352,500	£390,625
Terraced	32	£256,250	£210,725	£240,000	£270,000	£311,750

10 years price trend in Woolston

All postcodes in Woolston

SO199DD

Obelisk Road

SO199EZ

Lawrence Grove

SO199FN

Archery Road

SO199GT

Barnfield Close

SO199HD

Ticonderoga Gardens

SO199UG

Woolston

SO199UJ

Woolston

SO199BZ

Inkerman Road

SO199DX

Victoria Road

SO199GQ

Cavell Place

SO199GE

College Road

SO199PG

Woodley Road

SO199AP

Woolston

SO199FH

St Anne's Road

SO199FQ

Jurds Lake Way

SO199HA

Westcliff Mews

SO199HL

Newtown Road

SO199RY

Hulton Close

SO199TP

Taylor Close

SO199XP

Woolston

SO199DL

Lyndock Close

SO199FF

St Anne's Road

SO199GY

Woolston

SO199UZ

Upton Close

SO199DE

Bloomsbury Walk

SO199FY

Longmore Crescent

SO199GU

Barnfield Way

SO199QD

Lawrence Grove

SO199TY

Archery Road

SO199UN

Woolston

SO199UT

Woolston

SO199AA

Woodley Road

SO199AG

Enfield Grove

SO199AH

West Road

SO199BG

Archery Grove

SO199DR

Canada Road

SO199PE

Bevan Close

SO199TT

Jurds Lake Way

SO199UX

Weston Grove Road

SO199DY

Obelisk Road

SO199DZ

Thornycroft Avenue

SO199EH

Glen Road

SO199FG

Torcross Close

SO199TJ

Jackmans Close

SO199TE

Archery Road

SO199TZ

Victoria Road

SO199UB

John Thornycroft Road

SO199UH

John Thornycroft Road

SO199UU

Woolston

SO199AL

Woolston

SO199AN

Woolston

SO199BU

Florence Road

SO199DB

Florence Road

SO199SH

Weston Lane

SO199BP

Garnock Road

SO199DN

Canada Road

SO199EL

Weston Grove Road

SO199FR

Church Road

SO199FX

Church Road

SO199JD

Ticonderoga Gardens

SO199SS

Foundry Court

SO199BT

Florence Road

SO199FE

Temple Road

SO199TS

John Thornycroft Road

SO199AB

Woolston

SO199AD

Cooper's Lane

SO199EY

Archery Grove

SO199FT

Church Road

SO199XH

Woolston

SO199XJ

Woolston

SO192AN

Cranbury Road

SO199EJ

Glen Road

SO199EX

Archery Gardens

SO199GF

Bedford Avenue

SO199GZ

Upper Weston Lane

SO199QW

Duncan Close

SO199UD

Woolston

SO199UE

Woolston

SO199US

Capstan Road

SO199DJ

Lyndock Close

SO199EQ

Archery Road

SO199ET

Archery Grove

SO199SP

John Thornycroft Road

SO199XN

Woolston

SO199AF

Enfield Grove

SO199DQ

Canada Road

SO199ER

Swift Road

SO199TG

Keswick Road

SO199TH

Condor Close

SO199UA

Victoria Road

SO199UL

Capstan Road

SO199XR

Woolston

SO199SR

Joiners Mews

SO199BQ

Oak Road

SO199DG

Hazeleigh Avenue

SO199GA

Longmore Avenue

SO199GN

Camley Close

SO199PJ

Weston Grove Road

SO199QF

Carolyn Close

SO199SJ

Weston Lane

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Data Sources

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

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