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Location in HampshireBrown Heath sits where the marker shows within the county.

17,060
Population
8,039
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
12
Schools nearby
£71,006
Avg. household income
1,466
Businesses
153
People per km²
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About Brown Heath

Brown Heath is a small settlement located in the county of Hampshire, within the South East of England. Situated in the SO32 postcode area, it lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment, with a mix of residential properties and farmland. While not a large community, Brown Heath offers a sense of tranquillity and is close to other local villages and towns. The surrounding landscape includes rolling fields and wooded areas, typical of the Hampshire countryside. It is accessible by road, with nearby junctions providing connections to larger centres such as Andover and Winchester. The area is popular with those seeking a rural lifestyle, and the local community maintains a strong sense of place.

School Ratings in Brown Heath

There are 62 schools in and around Brown Heath. 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 Brown Heath

The average property price is £513K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £613K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brown Heath

Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Brown Heath, with 8 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Brown Heath

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Brown Heath ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Brown Heath

There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Brown Heath, the nearest being Bishops Waltham Surgery (1.9 miles away).

Local Data for Brown Heath

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Property Prices 4,150 sales

Average Price £513K
£2K , £8.7M
Detached £613K 2,077
Semi £384K 1,096
Terraced £333K 515
Flat £225K 208

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

39 Primary
6 Secondary
17 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 8

Ofsted ratings for schools in the SO32 postcode area.

Durley Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary Outstanding 1 miles Boorley Park Primary Good 1.5 miles Curdridge Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Little Petals Children's Centre 2 miles Little Coppice Children's Centre Good 2.1 miles Fair Oak Infant School Primary 2.1 miles Fair Oak Junior School Primary Good 2.1 miles Wyvern College Secondary Good 2.1 miles Bishops Waltham Infant School Primary Outstanding 2.3 miles Bishop's Waltham Junior School Primary Good 2.3 miles Hop-a-Long Children's Centre 2.3 miles Botley Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles

Household Income in Brown Heath ONS 2023

The average total household income in Brown Heath 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.

Brown Heath £71,006
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £49,198.

Businesses in Brown Heath ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,466 active businesses based in Brown Heath, 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.

1,466 Total businesses
86 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 84%
Small, 10-49 15%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Brown Heath IMD 2025

Brown Heath is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 58%
Older 65+ 22%
3,634 Children (0-15) 20%
10,758 Working Age 58%
4,136 Older (65+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.9% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 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 Brown Heath 51 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Brown Heath records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled small town with a strong sense of community.

Violence & Sexual Offences 16
Anti-Social Behaviour 8
Public Order 8
Vehicle Crime 6
Burglary 4
Criminal Damage & Arson 4
Drugs 2
Other Theft 2
Robbery 1
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

Hedge End Train Station 2 miles
Botley Train Station 2 miles
Eastleigh Train Station 4.5 miles
Southampton Airport Parkway Train Station 4.8 miles
Bursledon Train Station 4.8 miles
Swanwick Train Station 4.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Durley 0.6 miles Durley Street 0.6 miles Wintershill 1.2 miles Newtown 1.4 miles Long Common 1.8 miles Boorley Green 1.8 miles Horton Heath 1.9 miles Lower Upham 1.9 miles Bishop's Waltham 2 miles Glebe 2 miles Botley 2 miles Curdridge 2 miles

Local Government

District Winchester
County Hampshire
Ward Central Meon Valley
Constituency Meon Valley
Parish Droxford
Region South East

Home Ownership in Brown Heath

Of the 7,092 households in and around Brown Heath, 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%.

Owned 77% Social rented 12% Private rented 11%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Brown Heath

What is the population of Brown Heath?
Brown Heath has a population of approximately 17,060 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Brown Heath?
The average property in and around Brown Heath sold for about £512,919, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 47% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Brown Heath a deprived area?
Brown Heath 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 Brown Heath?
Brown Heath is covered by the SO32 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Brown Heath?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Brown Heath, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Brown Heath?
The nearest railway station to Brown Heath is Hedge End Train Station, about 2 miles away.

Streets in SO32 30 shown View all streets

A32 3 A334 6 Abbey Drive 1 Abbots Road 1 Albany Court 1 Albany Drive 1 Albany Road 1 Albert Road 1 Allens Farm Lane 1 Allens Lane 1 Alma Lane 1 Andrewes Close 1 Appleby Drive 1 Armsworth Lane 1 Ashley Gardens 1 Ashton Close 1 Ashton Lane 4 Augusta Close 1 B2150 2 B3035 1 Baker Close 1 Bank Street 4 Barley Fields 1 Basing Mews 1 Basingwell Street Lower 1 Basingwell Street Upper 2 Battery Hill 2 Baybridge Lane 1 Beacon Hill Lane 2 Beaucroft Road 1

Postcodes in SO32 50 shown View all postcodes

SO32 1AA SO32 1AB SO32 1AD SO32 1AE SO32 1AF SO32 1AG SO32 1AH SO32 1AJ SO32 1AL SO32 1AN SO32 1AP SO32 1AQ SO32 1AR SO32 1AS SO32 1AT SO32 1AU SO32 1AW SO32 1AX SO32 1AY SO32 1AZ SO32 1BA SO32 1BB SO32 1BD SO32 1BE SO32 1BG SO32 1BH SO32 1BJ SO32 1BL SO32 1BN SO32 1BP SO32 1BQ SO32 1BR SO32 1BS SO32 1BT SO32 1BU SO32 1BW SO32 1BX SO32 1BY SO32 1BZ SO32 1DA SO32 1DB SO32 1DD SO32 1DE SO32 1DF SO32 1DG SO32 1DH SO32 1DJ SO32 1DL SO32 1DN SO32 1DP