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

SO192JB

Porchester Road

SO199AY

Florence Road

SO199FP

Swift Road

SO199GB

Bloomsbury Walk

SO199HB

Ticonderoga Gardens

SO199PX

St Anne's Road

SO199QH

Weston Grove Road

SO199SW

John Thornycroft Road

SO199XG

Woolston

SO199BN

Garnock Road

SO199BW

Cox's Lane

SO199EP

College Road

SO199FW

Holland Road

SO199FL

Glen Road

SO199FS

Church Road

SO199PR

Barnfield Court

SO199BE

Woolston

SO199ED

Lake Road

SO199EE

Surrey Road

SO199RL

Fort Road

SO199SN

Victoria Road

SO199TA

Dundonald Close

SO199TL

Jackmans Close

SO197PE

Woolston

SO199EB

Lake Road

SO199EG

Swift Road

SO199TU

Cozens Close

SO199BD

Woolston

SO199DU

Swift Hollow

SO199EF

John Thornycroft Road

SO199FD

Temple Gardens

SO199HP

Gordon Terrace

SO199SZ

John Thornycroft Road

SO199XF

John Thornycroft Road

SO199BS

Florence Road

SO199DW

Victoria Road

SO199PN

Weston Lane

SO199XE

John Thornycroft Road

SO199XL

Woolston

SO199AQ

Woolston

SO199DP

Lyndock Place

SO199GH

Weston Lane

SO199PH

Swift Road

SO199ST

Foundry Court

SO199SY

John Thornycroft Road

SO199UR

Capstan Road

SO199AJ

West Road

SO199EU

Archery Grove

SO199FZ

Longmore Avenue

SO199QU

Hazeleigh Avenue

SO199UF

John Thornycroft Road

SO199AE

Cooper's Lane

SO199TN

Woolston

SO199FB

Archery Grove

SO199GD

Carolyn Close

SO192JA

Porchester Road

SO192JD

Ashton Walk

SO199GG

Archery Road

SO199DA

Cooper's Lane

SO199EA

Mirabella Close

SO199RD

Fern Road

SO199SX

John Thornycroft Road

SO199TF

Unwin Close

SO199TQ

John Thornycroft Road

SO199TX

Hulton Close

SO199QN

Temple Road

SO199SQ

Oswald Road

SO199TR

Arrow Close

SO192JE

Fort Road

SO199AZ

Garnock Road

SO199PL

St Anne's Road

SO199RA

Holt Court

SO199BL

Cox's Lane

SO199DF

Hazeleigh Avenue

SO199EW

Archery Gardens

SO199PU

Wright's Hill

SO192AH

Ashton Walk

SO199DH

Thornleigh Road

SO199TW

John Thornycroft Road

SO199UY

Woolston

SO199BR

Oak Road

SO199EN

Weston Grove Road

SO199ES

Swift Road

SO199FJ

St Anne's Road

SO199FU

Church Road

SO199GS

Barnfield Close

SO199RF

Cox's Lane

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