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About Hound
Hound is a village located in Hampshire, England, within the SO31 postcode area. It is situated near the coast and offers easy access to the nearby town of Southampton. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing styles that reflect its development over the years. Local amenities include a few shops and schools, catering to the needs of its residents.
The village is surrounded by green spaces and offers opportunities for outdoor activities. The proximity to the Solent provides options for water-based pursuits, while nearby parks offer pleasant walking routes. Hound is well-connected by road and public transport, making it a convenient location for those commuting to larger towns or cities in the region.
School Ratings in Hound
Families in Hound have access to 119 local schools. Sarisbury Church of England Junior School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Hound
Homes sell for an average of £413K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £571K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hound
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Hound, with 53 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Hound
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hound 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 Hound
There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Hound, the nearest being Hamble Valley Health (0.1 miles away).
Local Data for Hound
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Property Prices 7,442 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the SO31 postcode area.
Household Income in Hound ONS 2023
The average total household income in Hound is approximately £68,082 a year before tax, 23% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,674. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,674.
Businesses in Hound ONS 2025
There are approximately 2,104 active businesses based in Hound, around 42 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 35 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Hound IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hound 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.
Crime in Hound 220 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Hound 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Hound
Of the 21,039 households in and around Hound, 75% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Hound.