About Bucket Corner

Bucket Corner is a small settlement located in the county of Hampshire, in southern England. It lies within the SO51 postcode area and is situated near the village of Bishops Waltham. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes set along quiet roads. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Hampshire countryside, with open fields and scattered trees. There are no major commercial centres or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, making it a peaceful place for those seeking a quiet rural lifestyle. The nearest amenities, including shops and schools, can be found in Bishops Waltham, which is just a short drive away. The village is well-connected by road, with the A331 providing access to nearby towns and cities.

School Ratings in Bucket Corner

Bucket Corner is served by 93 schools. St Edward's School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bucket Corner

Property prices average £482K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £705K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bucket Corner

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Vehicle crime accounts for the highest share in Bucket Corner, with 10 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bucket Corner

Bucket Corner 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bucket Corner

Most properties in Bucket Corner can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,884 sales

Average Price £482K
£100 — £13.48M
Detached £705K 1,653
Semi £376K 1,013
Terraced £330K 1,152
Flat £274K 784

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

55 Primary
11 Secondary
27 Other
Knightwood Primary School Primary 0.9 miles North Baddesley Infant School Primary Good 1.1 miles North Baddesley Junior School Primary Good 1.2 miles St Francis Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles King Edward VI Preparatory School 1.6 miles Hiltingbury Infant School Primary Outstanding 1.7 miles Hiltingbury Junior School Primary Good 1.7 miles Chandler's Ford Infant School Primary 1.9 miles Halterworth Primary School Primary Good 2 miles The Mountbatten School Secondary Good 2 miles Sherborne House School 2.1 miles Merdon Junior School Primary 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bucket Corner IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Bucket Corner 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
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,425 Children (0-15) 16%
25,745 Working Age 57%
15,510 Older (60+) 34%
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 Bucket Corner 92 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Bucket Corner falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

35 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Vehicle Crime
9 Anti-Social Behaviour
9 Public Order
9 Shoplifting
6 Burglary
4 Other Theft
4 Other Crime
2 Drugs
2 Robbery
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
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 1.8 miles
Romsey Train Station 3 miles
Eastleigh Train Station 3.6 miles
Southampton Airport Parkway Train Station 3.9 miles
Swaythling Train Station 4.1 miles
Shawford Train Station 4.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Valley Park 0.9 miles Broadgate 0.9 miles Nutburn 0.9 miles Gosport 0.9 miles Flexford 1.2 miles Knapp 1.2 miles Ampfield 1.2 miles Crampmoor 1.4 miles Ratlake 1.4 miles North Baddesley 1.4 miles Ladwell 1.8 miles Halterworth 1.9 miles

Local Government

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

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 0AB 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 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 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 SO51 0DT SO51 0DU SO51 0DW SO51 0DX