About Carter's Clay

Carter's Clay is a small settlement located in the county of Hampshire, in southern England. It lies within the SO51 postcode area, situated near the border with Wiltshire. The area is predominantly rural, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The name suggests a historical connection to clay extraction, which may have been a local industry in the past. The surrounding landscape is typical of the Hampshire countryside, with rolling hills and agricultural land. There are no significant landmarks or tourist attractions in the immediate vicinity, but the area offers peaceful walks and views of the surrounding countryside. The community is small and quiet, with a close-knit feel. Access is via minor roads, and the nearest larger village is a short drive away.

School Ratings in Carter's Clay

Carter's Clay is served by 17 schools. St Edward's School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Carter's Clay

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 Carter's Clay

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Vehicle crime accounts for the highest share in Carter's Clay, with 10 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Carter's Clay

Carter's Clay 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 Carter's Clay

Most properties in Carter's Clay 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

11 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Awbridge Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Lockerley Church of England Endowed Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Embley 2.5 miles St Edward's School Outstanding 2.5 miles Wellow Primary School Primary 3.1 miles The Romsey School Secondary Good 3.3 miles Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles Whiteparish All Saints Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles West Tytherley Church of England Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Little Oaks and Sunshine Children's Centre 3.9 miles Romsey Primary School & Nursery Primary Good 3.9 miles Cupernham Junior School Primary 4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Carter's Clay IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Carter's Clay 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 Carter's Clay 92 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Carter's Clay 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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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Mottisfont And Dunbridge Train Station 1.5 miles
Dean (Wilts) Train Station 3.4 miles
Romsey Train Station 3.7 miles
Totton Train Station 7.9 miles
Redbridge Train Station 8.1 miles
Chandlers Ford Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Tote Hill 0 yards Newtown 0.6 miles Kents Oak 1.2 miles The Frenches 1.2 miles Butt's Green 1.2 miles Upper Ratley 1.4 miles Lower Ratley 1.4 miles Sherfield English 1.4 miles Dunbridge 1.4 miles Hatt Hill 1.4 miles Lockerley 1.4 miles Critchell's Green 1.4 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