Overview for Highlands Close, SOUTHAMPTON, SO52 9GQ

Introduction

Southampton is a port city in Hampshire, England. It is located approximately 80 miles (130 km) south-west of London, 20 miles (32 km) west of Portsmouth, and 20 miles (32 km) south-east of Salisbury. Southampton had a population of 253,651 at the 2011 census, making it one of the most populous cities in southern England. Southampton forms part of the larger South Hampshire conurbation which includes the city of Portsmouth and the boroughs of Havant, Eastleigh, Fareham, and Gosport.

A major port, and close to the New Forest, Southampton lies at the northernmost point of Southampton Water, at the confluence of the River Test and Itchen, with the River Hamble joining to the south. Southampton is classified as a Medium-Port City.

Southampton was the departure point for the RMS Titanic and home to 500 of the people who perished on board. The Spitfire was built in the city and Southampton has a strong association with the Mayflower, being the departure point before the vessel was forced to return to Plymouth. In the past century, the city was one of Europe's main ports for ocean liners. More recently, Southampton is known as the home port of some of the largest cruise ships in the world. The Cunard Line maintains a regular transatlantic service to New York from the city. Southampton is also one of the largest retail destinations in the South of England.

Southampton was heavily bombed during the Second World War during what was known as the Southampton Blitz. It was one of the major embarkation points for D-Day. In the Middle Ages Southampton was where troops left England for the Battle of Agincourt. It was itself raided by French pirates, leading to the construction of the fortified town walls, many of which still stand today. Jane Austen also lived in Southampton for a number of years. In 1964, the town of Southampton acquired city status, becoming the City of Southampton.

Some notable employers in the city include the University of Southampton, Ordnance Survey, BBC South, Associated British Ports, and Carnival UK.

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Summary for Highlands Close, SOUTHAMPTON, SO52 9GQ

South East
This postcode is in the parish of
North Baddesley
within
Test Valley
in
Hampshire
Rural/Urban
Rural Town and fringe   ?

Roadworks near SO52 9GQ

Today's roadworks within 3 miles
Planned
29
In Progress
37
Completed
0
Cancelled
1

Road Safety near SO52 9GQ

Details of personal injury accidents in and around Highlands Close, SO52 9GQ that have been reported to Hampshire Constabulary over the past 20 years.

Traffic Levels near SO52 9GQ

View traffic levels near Highlands Close, SO52 9GQ from official Department for Transport counts.

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Southampton and nearby Videos From YouTube

Southampton Docks at Blue Hour

Cinematic 4K drone footage of Southampton Docks and the surrounding city landscape. Featuring a large container ship being ...

Channel: Ed Wingate (View Channel)

Published: 23 Sep 2022

Police

This area is policed by Hampshire Constabulary.

Hampshire Constabulary split their policing area into 95 separate neighbourhoods and this postcode is in the Romsey East neighbourhood.

Hampshire Constabulary

Romsey East Neighbourhood Crime

Top 3 Categories

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Violent Crime
Jan 2024
35
Dec 2023
39
Vehicle Crime
Jan 2024
17
Dec 2023
6
Shoplifting
Jan 2024
12
Dec 2023
5

Member of UK Parliament

This postcode is in the Romsey and Southampton North parliamentary constituency.

Romsey and Southampton North is a constituency in the South East region of England. The seat has been held by Caroline Nokes (Conservative) since May 2010.

MP photograph

Most Recent House Sales for Highlands Close, SO52 9GQ

12 HIGHLANDS CLOSE, SO52 9GQ
20 Jun 2022
£380,000
7 HIGHLANDS CLOSE, SO52 9GQ
21 Jun 2021
£420,000
9 HIGHLANDS CLOSE, SO52 9GQ
9 Dec 2020
£500,000
16 HIGHLANDS CLOSE, SO52 9GQ
28 Nov 2018
£460,000

Local Petrol Station Prices

Petrol Standard (E10)
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Petrol Super (E5)
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Diesel Standard (B7)
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Diesel Super (B7)
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Coordinates for SO52 9GQ

Latitude
50.980772
Longitude
-1.454596

Residents at SO52 9GQ

Households
13
Male
11
Female
15
People per Household
2.00

Sunrise and Sunset at SO52 9GQ

Sunrise
05:47
Sunset
18:34

Traffic Emission and Congestion Zones

SO52 9GQ is not covered by a Traffic Emission or Congestion Zone

Historical Weather Summary

Clear23.18%
Cloudy65.78%
Rain7.71%
Windy3.12%
Other0.21%

Population

Test Valley
125,000

Deprivation Index

91.2 England
The lower the score (out of 100),
the more deprived the postcode

Average Energy Performance

Domestic Certificates

Companies Registered at SO52 9GQ

Active
None

Postcode Details for SO52 9GQ

Introduced
1 Jan 1986

Recent Updates

17 Mar 2024
Schools Data updated for March 2024
16 Mar 2024
Companies Data updated for February 2024
2 Mar 2024
Police and Crime data updated for January 2024
1 Mar 2024
Energy Performance Certificates (England and Wales) updated January 2024
28 Feb 2024
Sold House Price data updated for January 2024
24 Feb 2024
Added National Park details to Postcodes
18 Feb 2024
Added Traffic Camera Views to Roadworks within London
17 Feb 2024
Schools Data updated for February 2024

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