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Braishfield built-up area

Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)

Location in HampshireBraishfield sits where the marker shows within the county.

28,184
Population
11,485
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£65,981
Avg. household income
1,633
Businesses
229
People per km²
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About Braishfield

Braishfield is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, in southern England. It lies within the postcode area SO51, situated near the border with West Sussex. The village is part of the civil parish of Bishops Sutton and is surrounded by rural countryside, with open fields and scattered woodland. The area is known for its quiet, peaceful atmosphere and traditional English countryside character. The village has a modest population and retains a sense of community, with local amenities including a village hall and a pub. The surrounding landscape offers walking opportunities along footpaths and bridleways, making it a pleasant spot for those who enjoy the outdoors. Braishfield is approximately 10 miles east of the town of Basingstoke and lies within easy reach of larger towns and transport links.

School Ratings in Braishfield

Families in Braishfield have access to 26 local schools. St Edward's School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Braishfield

Homes sell for an average of £488K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £687K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Braishfield

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Braishfield, with 16 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Braishfield

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Braishfield among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Healthcare in Braishfield

There are 3 GP surgeries within three miles of Braishfield, the nearest being Romsey Hub Eupcs Ooh (2.6 miles away).

Local Data for Braishfield

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Property Prices 4,765 sales

Average Price £488K
£100 , £13.48M
Detached £687K 1,585
Semi £381K 977
Terraced £330K 1,099
Flat £280K 803

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

18 Primary
2 Secondary
6 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SO51 postcode area.

Braishfield Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Cupernham Junior School Primary 2.1 miles Cupernham Infant School Primary 2.1 miles King Edward VI Preparatory School Not applicable 2.3 miles Little Oaks and Sunshine Children's Centre 2.4 miles Romsey Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 2.4 miles Halterworth Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles The Romsey School Secondary Good 2.8 miles Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3 miles The Mountbatten School Secondary Good 3.1 miles John Keble Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.3 miles King's Somborne Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles

Household Income in Braishfield ONS 2023

The average total household income in Braishfield is approximately £65,981 a year before tax, 19% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,161. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Braishfield £65,981
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £46,161.

Businesses in Braishfield ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,633 active businesses based in Braishfield, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 33 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,633 Total businesses
58 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Braishfield IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Braishfield 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.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
Children 0-15 16%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 27%
4,541 Children (0-15) 16%
15,925 Working Age 57%
7,706 Older (65+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.2% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.9% 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 Braishfield 121 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Braishfield is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.

Violence & Sexual Offences 49
Anti-Social Behaviour 16
Shoplifting 12
Other Theft 9
Public Order 9
Burglary 7
Criminal Damage & Arson 6
Drugs 3
Vehicle Crime 3
Other Crime 3
Weapons 2
Robbery 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

Romsey Train Station 2.7 miles
Mottisfont And Dunbridge Train Station 3.6 miles
Chandlers Ford Train Station 4.7 miles
Shawford Train Station 6 miles
Eastleigh Train Station 6.5 miles
Southampton Airport Parkway Train Station 7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Pucknall 0.9 miles Lower Slackstead 1.2 miles Upper Slackstead 1.4 miles Belbins 1.8 miles Woodley 1.9 miles Timsbury 2 miles Michelmersh 2 miles Cupernham 2 miles Crampmoor 2 miles Knapp 2.2 miles Ampfield 2.2 miles Gosport 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Test Valley
County Hampshire
Ward Romsey Cupernham
Constituency Romsey and Southampton North
Parish Mottisfont
Region South East

Home Ownership in Braishfield

Of the 12,450 households in and around Braishfield, 76% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 76% Social rented 10% Private rented 14%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Braishfield

What is the population of Braishfield?
Braishfield has a population of approximately 28,184 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Braishfield?
The average property in and around Braishfield sold for about £487,678, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 40% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Braishfield a deprived area?
Braishfield sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Braishfield?
Braishfield is covered by the SO51 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Braishfield?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Braishfield, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Braishfield?
The nearest railway station to Braishfield is Romsey Train Station, about 2.7 miles away.

Streets in SO51 30 shown View all streets

A3057 4 Abbess Close 1 Abbey Water 3 Abbotswood Close 1 Abbotswood Common Road 4 Abbotswood SE Path 1 Abbotts Drove 1 Addison Close 1 Albany Road 1 Alder Close 1 Allan Grove 1 Alma Road 3 Ambrose Way 1 Ampfield Hill 4 Anderson Close 1 Anton Close 1 Arun Way 1 Ash Close 1 Ashdown Way 1 Ashley Meadows 1 Ashton Cross 1 Avon Crescent 2 B3084 2 Back Lane 1 Baden Powell Way 1 Banning Street 5 Barley Hill 1 Barling Mews 1 Barnes Close 1 Baroona Close 1

Postcodes in SO51 50 shown View all postcodes

SO51 0AA SO51 0AB SO51 0AD SO51 0AE SO51 0AF SO51 0AG SO51 0AH SO51 0AJ SO51 0AL SO51 0AN SO51 0AP SO51 0AQ SO51 0AR SO51 0AS SO51 0AT SO51 0AU SO51 0AW SO51 0AX SO51 0AY SO51 0AZ SO51 0BA SO51 0BB SO51 0BD SO51 0BE SO51 0BF SO51 0BG SO51 0BH SO51 0BJ SO51 0BL SO51 0BN SO51 0BP SO51 0BQ SO51 0BS SO51 0BU SO51 0BW SO51 0BX SO51 0BY SO51 0BZ SO51 0DA SO51 0DB SO51 0DD SO51 0DF SO51 0DG SO51 0DH SO51 0DJ SO51 0DL SO51 0DN SO51 0DP SO51 0DQ SO51 0DR