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Location in HampshireBoyatt Wood sits where the marker shows within the county.

30,209
Population
13,201
Households
9 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£72,592
Avg. household income
1,411
Businesses
2,132
People per km²
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About Boyatt Wood

Boyatt Wood is a small settlement located in the county of Hampshire, in southern England. It falls within the SO53 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and woodland. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, and is known for its quiet, peaceful environment. The village is close to the border with Dorset and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Ringwood and Bournemouth. The local landscape features rolling hills and mature trees, offering a tranquil setting for residents. There are no major commercial centres in the immediate vicinity, and the community maintains a close-knit character. The area is accessible by road, with the A31 and A338 providing connections to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Boyatt Wood

Boyatt Wood is served by 114 schools. Hiltingbury Infant School and Lakeside School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Boyatt Wood

Property prices average £427K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £556K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Boyatt Wood

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Boyatt Wood, with 60 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Boyatt Wood

Boyatt Wood falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Healthcare in Boyatt Wood

There are 13 GP surgeries within three miles of Boyatt Wood, the nearest being The Fryern Surgery (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Boyatt Wood

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Property Prices 3,971 sales

Average Price £427K
£500 , £8.59M
Detached £556K 1,808
Semi £359K 741
Terraced £308K 758
Flat £199K 578

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

66 Primary
13 Secondary
35 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SO53 postcode area.

Fryern Junior School Primary Good 0.2 miles Fryern Infant School Primary Good 0.2 miles St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School, Chandlers Ford Primary Good 0.3 miles The Toynbee School Secondary Good 0.4 miles Caterpillar Hill Children's Centre 0.4 miles Scantabout Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Shakespeare Junior School Primary 0.6 miles Shakespeare Infant School Primary Good 0.6 miles Crestwood Community School Secondary Good 0.6 miles Merdon Junior School Primary 0.6 miles Chandler's Ford Infant School Primary 0.7 miles The Crescent Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles

Household Income in Boyatt Wood ONS 2023

The average total household income in Boyatt Wood is approximately £72,592 a year before tax, 31% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,878. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Boyatt Wood £72,592
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £49,878.

Businesses in Boyatt Wood ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,411 active businesses based in Boyatt Wood, around 47 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 23 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,411 Total businesses
47 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 89%
Small, 10-49 9%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Boyatt Wood IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Boyatt Wood among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 19%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 23%
5,764 Children (0-15) 19%
17,588 Working Age 58%
6,872 Older (65+) 23%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.6% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Boyatt Wood 292 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Boyatt Wood is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 112
Anti-Social Behaviour 60
Public Order 29
Shoplifting 26
Other Theft 19
Criminal Damage & Arson 17
Vehicle Crime 11
Weapons 4
Bicycle Theft 3
Burglary 3
Theft from Person 3
Other Crime 3
Drugs 2
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Chandlers Ford Train Station 0.7 miles
Eastleigh Train Station 1.2 miles
Southampton Airport Parkway Train Station 2.2 miles
Swaythling Train Station 2.8 miles
Shawford Train Station 3.3 miles
St Denys Train Station 4.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Fryern Hill 0 yards Chandler's Ford 0.6 miles Eastleigh 0.9 miles Allbrook 0.9 miles Bishopstoke 1.4 miles Flexford 1.4 miles Hocombe 1.4 miles Hiltingbury 1.4 miles Stoke Common 1.9 miles Valley Park 1.9 miles Highbridge 2 miles Brambridge 2 miles

Local Government

District Eastleigh
County Hampshire
Ward Eastleigh North
Constituency Eastleigh
Parish Boyatt Wood
Region South East

Home Ownership in Boyatt Wood

Of the 12,348 households in and around Boyatt Wood, 81% are owned, 7% are socially rented and 12% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 81% Social rented 7% Private rented 12%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Boyatt Wood.

Frequently Asked Questions about Boyatt Wood

What is the population of Boyatt Wood?
Boyatt Wood has a population of approximately 30,209 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Boyatt Wood?
The average property in and around Boyatt Wood sold for about £426,770, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 22% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Boyatt Wood a deprived area?
Boyatt Wood sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 9 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Boyatt Wood?
Boyatt Wood is covered by the SO53 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Boyatt Wood?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Boyatt Wood, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Boyatt Wood?
The nearest railway station to Boyatt Wood is Chandlers Ford Train Station, about 0.7 miles away.

Streets in SO53 30 shown View all streets

Acorn Drive 1 Acorn Grove 1 Adamson Close 1 Albury Place 1 Alderwood Avenue 1 Alexandra Road 2 Apollo Road 2 Apsley Place 1 Ashbridge Rise 1 Ashdown Close 1 Ashdown Road 8 Ashley Gardens 1 Augustus Close 1 Augustus Way 2 Avebury Gardens 1 Avenger Close 3 Avon Green 1 Avonborne Way 1 Baddesley Road 3 Balmoral Close 1 Bampton Court 1 Barford Close 1 Barn Piece 2 Beaumaris Close 1 Beech Close 1 Beech Road 2 Beechcroft Close 1 Beechcroft Way 1 Beechwood Close 1 Beechwood Crescent 3

Postcodes in SO53 50 shown View all postcodes

SO53 1AL SO53 1AN SO53 1DA SO53 1DZ SO53 1EF SO53 1EG SO53 1EH SO53 1EJ SO53 1EL SO53 1EN SO53 1EP SO53 1EQ SO53 1ER SO53 1ES SO53 1ET SO53 1EU SO53 1EW SO53 1EX SO53 1EY SO53 1EZ SO53 1FB SO53 1FD SO53 1FE SO53 1FF SO53 1FG SO53 1FH SO53 1FJ SO53 1FL SO53 1FN SO53 1FP SO53 1FQ SO53 1FR SO53 1GA SO53 1GB SO53 1GD SO53 1GE SO53 1GF SO53 1GG SO53 1GH SO53 1GJ SO53 1GL SO53 1GN SO53 1GP SO53 1GQ SO53 1GR SO53 1GS SO53 1GT SO53 1GU SO53 1GW SO53 1GX