About Calshot

Calshot is a coastal village located in Hampshire, England, within the SO45 postcode area. It lies on the eastern shore of the Southampton Water, offering views across the Solent towards the Isle of Wight. The area is known for its long sandy beach and the prominent Calshot Spit, which extends into the sea. The village is home to the Calshot Activity Centre, a former Royal Air Force station that now provides training and recreational facilities. The Calshot Maritime Museum, housed in a historic building, showcases the area’s maritime heritage, including exhibits on lifeboats and seaplanes. The nearby Calshot Castle, a 16th-century fortification, is a notable landmark. The village has a small community with local amenities, including a shop and café, and is accessible by road and public transport.

School Ratings in Calshot

Families in Calshot have access to 40 local schools. The Waterside Children's Centre and New Forest School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Calshot

Homes sell for an average of £345K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £419K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Calshot

Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Calshot, with 22 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Calshot

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Calshot around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Calshot

Calshot benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,533 sales

Average Price £345K
£2K — £26.5M
Detached £419K 1,725
Semi £314K 1,015
Terraced £280K 987
Flat £229K 652

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

27 Primary
4 Secondary
9 Other
Fawley Infant School Primary Good 1.5 miles New Forest School Outstanding 1.7 miles Forest First Children's Centre Good 1.8 miles Blackfield Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 2.1 miles Cadland and Forest First Children's Centre 2.8 miles Cadland Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles Hook-With-Warsash Church of England Academy Primary Good 3.1 miles Lift New Forest Secondary Good 3.1 miles Manor Church of England Infant School Primary Good 3.2 miles Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy Secondary Good 3.5 miles Gurnard Primary School Primary 3.5 miles Hamble Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Calshot IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Calshot are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
7/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
8/10
6,435 Children (0-15) 17%
22,252 Working Age 57%
13,104 Older (60+) 34%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.4% 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 Calshot 141 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Crime in Calshot 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.

61 Violence & Sexual Offences
22 Shoplifting
13 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Criminal Damage & Arson
10 Other Theft
7 Burglary
7 Public Order
5 Vehicle Crime
3 Other Crime
2 Drugs
1 Robbery
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

Hamble Train Station 4.1 miles
Netley Train Station 4.4 miles
Bursledon Train Station 5.1 miles
Swanwick Train Station 5.1 miles
Sholing Train Station 6.1 miles
Woolston Train Station 6.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Stonehills 0.9 miles Ashlett 1.4 miles Fawley 1.8 miles Blackfield 1.9 miles West Common 2 miles Langley 2 miles Lepe 2.2 miles Hook Park 2.2 miles Holbury 2.8 miles Newtown 2.8 miles Hardley 3.1 miles Hook 3.1 miles

Local Government

District New Forest
County Hampshire
Ward Fawley, Blackfield and Langley
Constituency New Forest East
Parish Fawley
Region South East

Streets in SO45 30 shown View all streets

1st Street 1 Abbey Close 1 Adams Road 2 Admirals Close 2 Alder Close 1 Alexandra Close 1 Alexandra Road 3 Alum Close 2 Amberslade Walk 2 Andrew Close 1 Armada Drive 1 Armitage Avenue 1 Arnwood Avenue 3 Ash Close 1 Ashburton Close 1 Ashdown 1 Ashdown Road 1 Ashford Crescent 2 Ashleigh Close 3 Ashlett Close 1 Ashlett Mews 1 Ashlett Road 1 Ashleycross Close 2 Atheling Road 2 Avenue E 1 B3053 2 Badgers Walk 1 Badminston Drove 2 Badminston Lane 1 Barclay Mews 1

Postcodes in SO45 50 shown View all postcodes

SO45 1AA SO45 1AB SO45 1AD SO45 1AE SO45 1AF SO45 1AG SO45 1AH SO45 1AJ SO45 1AL SO45 1AP SO45 1AZ SO45 1BB SO45 1BD SO45 1BE SO45 1BG SO45 1BH SO45 1BJ SO45 1BL SO45 1BN SO45 1BP SO45 1BR SO45 1BS SO45 1BT SO45 1BU SO45 1BW SO45 1BX SO45 1BY SO45 1BZ SO45 1DA SO45 1DB SO45 1DD SO45 1DE SO45 1DF SO45 1DG SO45 1DH SO45 1DJ SO45 1DL SO45 1DP SO45 1DQ SO45 1DR SO45 1DS SO45 1DT SO45 1DU SO45 1DW SO45 1DX SO45 1DZ SO45 1EA SO45 1EB SO45 1ED SO45 1EE