The SO16 postcode district is a postal district located in the SO Southampton postcode area with a population of 70,040 residents according to the 2021 England and Wales Census.
The area of the SO16 postcode district is 11.58 square miles which is 29.98 square kilometres or 7,409.39 acres.
Currently, the SO16 district has about 1531 postcode units spread across 9 geographic postcode sectors.
Given that each sector allows for 400 unique postcode combinations, the district has a capacity of 3,600 postcodes. With 1531 postcodes already in use, this leaves 2069 units available.
The largest settlement in the SO16 postal code is SOUTHAMPTON followed by Nursling, and Rownhams.
The postcode area has a boundary with The Solent.
The SO16 Postcode shares a border with SO17 (SOUTHAMPTON), SO18 (SOUTHAMPTON, West End), SO50 (EASTLEIGH, Bishopstoke, Fair Oak), SO53 (Chandler's Ford), SO15 (SOUTHAMPTON), SO51 (ROMSEY, West Wellow, Ampfield) and SO40 (Totton, Marchwood, Calmore).
The primary settlement in the SO16 postcode district is Southampton, located in the county of Hampshire, England. Southampton has the highest count of postcodes in this district. Additionally, the settlements of Nursling, Chilworth, and Rownhams are also present in the district. The most significant post town is Southampton, which encompasses the majority of the postcodes in the district.
For the district SO16, we have data on 9 postcode sectors. Here's a breakdown: The sector SO16 0, covers Nursling in Hampshire. The sector SO16 2, covers Southampton in Hampshire. The sector SO16 3, covers Southampton in Hampshire. The sector SO16 4, covers Southampton in Hampshire. The sector SO16 5, covers Southampton in Hampshire. The sector SO16 6, covers Southampton in Hampshire. The sector SO16 7, covers Southampton and Chilworth in Hampshire. The sector SO16 8, covers Southampton and Rownhams in Hampshire. The sector SO16 9, covers Southampton in Hampshire.
Map of the SO16 Postcode District
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When it comes to local government, postal geography often disregards political borders. However, for a breakdown in the SO16 District: the district mostly encompasses the City of Southampton (B) (1335 postcodes), and finally, the Test Valley District area (206 postcodes).
Recent House Sales in SO16
| Date | Price | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 20/10/2023 | £260,000 | Harrier Close, Southampton, SO16 8HP |
| 19/10/2023 | £220,000 | Denbigh Gardens, Southampton, SO16 7EJ |
| 06/10/2023 | £495,000 | The Parkway, Bassett, Southampton, SO16 3PN |
| 05/10/2023 | £145,000 | Oakfield Gardens, Southampton, SO16 6DE |
| 25/09/2023 | £587,500 | Denbigh Gardens, Southampton, SO16 7PG |
| 21/09/2023 | £245,000 | Bealing Close, Bassett, Southampton, SO16 3AX |
| 15/09/2023 | £240,000 | Oakley Road, Southampton, SO16 4LJ |
| 12/09/2023 | £205,000 | Wimpson Lane, Southampton, SO16 4PZ |
| 11/09/2023 | £230,000 | Trearnan Close, Southampton, SO16 4NH |
| 08/09/2023 | £305,000 | Warren Close, Southampton, SO16 6BJ |
Where is the SO16 Postcode District?
The postcode district for SO16 is located in SOUTHAMPTON. This district is surrounded by various nearby towns. ROMSEY is located in the North West, approximately 3.6 miles away. EASTLEIGH is situated in the North East, around 4.3 miles from this district. LYNDHURST is in the South West and is approximately 8.3 miles away. FAREHAM is in the South East and is around 12.4 miles away. STOCKBRIDGE is located in the North and is around 12.4 miles away. Lastly, LYMINGTON is in the South and is approximately 13.5 miles away. Additionally, the distance between this postcode district and the centre of London is approximately 68.9 miles.
The district is within the post town of SOUTHAMPTON.
The sector has postcodes within the nation of England.
The SO16 Postcode District is covers the following regions.
- Central Hampshire - Hampshire and Isle of Wight - South East (England)
- Southampton - Hampshire and Isle of Wight - South East (England)
- South Hampshire - Hampshire and Isle of Wight - South East (England)
Weather Forecast for SO16
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 to 12:00 |  | Sunny day | 19.0°C (feels like 19.0°C) | 1.00% | SE 4 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 |  | Partly cloudy (day) | 21.0°C (feels like 19.0°C) | 0.00% | SE 9 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 22.0°C (feels like 20.0°C) | 1.00% | SSE 9 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 18.0°C (feels like 17.0°C) | 4.00% | S 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Clear night | 14.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 4.00% | SSW 7 mph |
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 |  | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 5.00% | SW 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Cloudy | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 5.00% | SW 7 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Cloudy | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 7.00% | SSW 9 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Cloudy | 15.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 6.00% | S 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 17.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 9.00% | SSE 13 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 16.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 17.00% | SE 13 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 |  | Heavy rain | 15.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 89.00% | SSE 13 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Heavy rain | 14.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 94.00% | SE 11 mph |
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Heavy rain | 14.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 93.00% | SSE 11 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Heavy rain | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 87.00% | SSE 9 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Heavy rain | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 88.00% | SSE 7 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Heavy rain | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 83.00% | SSE 9 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 |  | Light rain | 15.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 56.00% | SSE 13 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Cloudy | 15.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 18.00% | SE 13 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Cloudy | 15.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 15.00% | SE 11 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 |  | Partly cloudy (night) | 14.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 6.00% | SE 11 mph |
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 4.00% | SSE 11 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 12.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 5.00% | SSE 11 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 13.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 7.00% | SE 11 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 14.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 10.00% | SE 13 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 15.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 10.00% | SE 13 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Sunny day | 16.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 9.00% | SE 11 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Sunny day | 15.0°C (feels like 14.0°C) | 7.00% | SE 9 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Clear night | 13.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 2.00% | SE 9 mph |
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| Time Period | Icon | Description | Temperature | Rain Probability | Wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:00 to 03:00 | | Clear night | 12.0°C (feels like 11.0°C) | 3.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 03:00 to 06:00 | | Clear night | 11.0°C (feels like 10.0°C) | 3.00% | ESE 4 mph |
| 06:00 to 09:00 | | Sunny day | 12.0°C (feels like 12.0°C) | 4.00% | ESE 4 mph |
| 09:00 to 12:00 | | Sunny day | 16.0°C (feels like 15.0°C) | 7.00% | SE 7 mph |
| 12:00 to 15:00 | | Cloudy | 17.0°C (feels like 16.0°C) | 16.00% | SSE 7 mph |
| 15:00 to 18:00 | | Partly cloudy (day) | 17.0°C (feels like 16.0°C) | 16.00% | SSW 7 mph |
| 18:00 to 21:00 | | Sunny day | 17.0°C (feels like 16.0°C) | 10.00% | WSW 7 mph |
| 21:00 to 00:00 | | Partly cloudy (night) | 14.0°C (feels like 13.0°C) | 7.00% | WNW 7 mph |
Postcode Sectors within the SO16 District
| Postcode Sector | Delivery Office |
|---|---|
| SO16 0 | Shirley (so) Delivery Office |
| SO16 2 | Shirley (so) Delivery Office |
| SO16 3 | Shirley (so) Delivery Office |
| SO16 4 | Shirley (so) Delivery Office |
| SO16 5 | Shirley (so) Delivery Office |
| SO16 6 | Shirley (so) Delivery Office |
| SO16 7 | Shirley (so) Delivery Office |
| SO16 8 | Shirley (so) Delivery Office |
| SO16 9 | Shirley (so) Delivery Office |
| S | O | 1 | 6 | - | X | X | X |
| S | O | 1 | 6 | Space | Numeric | Letter | Letter |
Current Monthly Rental Prices
| # Bedrooms | Min Price | Max Price | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| £525 | £875 | £681 | |
| 1 | £480 | £925 | £788 |
| 2 | £615 | £1,200 | £1,044 |
| 3 | £1,050 | £1,800 | £1,491 |
| 4 | £1,213 | £3,250 | £2,272 |
| 5 | £3,750 | £3,750 | £3,750 |
| 6 | £2,400 | £2,500 | £2,450 |
Current House Prices
| # Bedrooms | Min Price | Max Price | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| £40,000 | £80,000 | £60,000 | |
| 1 | £80,000 | £495,000 | £146,200 |
| 2 | £50,000 | £3,250,000 | £290,457 |
| 3 | £175,000 | £650,000 | £348,191 |
| 4 | £170,000 | £950,000 | £539,149 |
| 5 | £420,000 | £1,750,000 | £919,048 |
| 6 | £1,995,000 | £1,995,000 | £1,995,000 |
| 9 | £1,500,000 | £1,500,000 | £1,500,000 |
Estate Agents who Operate in the SO16 District
| Logo | Name | Brand Name | Address | Contact Number | Total Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Southampton | Charters | 73 The Avenue Southampton SO17 1XS | 0238 144 9916 | 38 |
 | Shirley | Connells | 409 Shirley Road, Shirley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 3JD | 0238 144 9945 | 28 |
 | Southampton | Morris Dibben | 53 London Road, Southampton, SO15 2AD | 0238 144 9928 | 19 |
 | Southampton | Fox & Sons | 32-34 London Road, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 2AG | 0238 214 8974 | 19 |
 | Shirley | Austin & Wyatt | 335 Shirley Road, Shirley, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 3JD | 0238 202 2448 | 17 |
Yearly House Price Averages for the SO16 Postcode District
| Type of Property | 2018 Average | 2018 Sales | 2017 Average | 2017 Sales | 2016 Average | 2016 Sales | 2015 Average | 2015 Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detached | £502,895 | 207 | £449,349 | 200 | £412,871 | 166 | £404,845 | 186 |
| Semi-Detached | £252,512 | 219 | £249,869 | 231 | £236,713 | 217 | £211,111 | 217 |
| Terraced | £215,771 | 269 | £215,642 | 309 | £193,247 | 289 | £191,695 | 356 |
| Flats | £166,148 | 202 | £164,353 | 231 | £160,261 | 232 | £147,036 | 291 |