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About Blackdown
Blackdown is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, in southern England. It lies within the postcode area SO32, situated in a rural part of the county. The village is surrounded by open countryside and is known for its peaceful setting and traditional English landscape. Blackdown is part of the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering scenic views and walking opportunities. The area is characterised by rolling hills, farmland, and scattered woodland, making it a quiet place for those seeking a countryside retreat. The village itself has a modest population and a small number of residential properties, with a few local amenities available. It is well-connected to nearby towns and villages by road, and is within easy reach of the larger centres of Hampshire.
School Ratings in Blackdown
Families in Blackdown have access to 26 local schools. Bishops Waltham Infant School and Durley Church of England Controlled Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Blackdown
Homes sell for an average of £513K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £613K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blackdown
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Blackdown, with 7 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Blackdown
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Blackdown among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Local Data for Blackdown
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Property Prices 4,150 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SO32 postcode area.
Household Income in Blackdown ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blackdown is approximately £71,006 a year before tax, 28% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,198. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,198.
Businesses in Blackdown ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,466 active businesses based in Blackdown, around 86 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 84% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Blackdown IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blackdown experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Blackdown 58 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Blackdown are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Blackdown
Of the 7,092 households in and around Blackdown, 77% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 11% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blackdown.