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 £417K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £579K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hound

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Vehicle crime is the leading concern across Hound, with 15 incidents recorded in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hound

Hound 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 7,790 sales

Average Price £417K
£100 — £6.5M
Detached £579K 3,010
Semi £343K 1,796
Terraced £282K 1,401
Flat £231K 1,348

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

70 Primary
13 Secondary
36 Other
The Hamble School Secondary 86 yards Hamble Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Netley Abbey Junior School Primary Good 1 miles Netley Abbey Infant School Primary Good 1 miles The Windmill and Sails Children's Centre 1.2 miles Bursledon Junior School(CA) Primary Good 1.2 miles Bursledon Church of England Infant School Primary Good 1.2 miles Oasis Academy Mayfield Secondary Good 1.5 miles Weston Secondary School Secondary Requires Improvement 1.6 miles Sarisbury Infant School Primary Good 1.7 miles Weston Sure Start Childrens Centre Outstanding 1.8 miles Weston Shore Infant School Primary 1.8 miles

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.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
8/10
10,766 Children (0-15) 18%
36,855 Working Age 61%
17,226 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.7% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10% 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 Hound 164 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Hound are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

76 Violence & Sexual Offences
15 Vehicle Crime
13 Shoplifting
12 Anti-Social Behaviour
10 Other Theft
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Public Order
5 Bicycle Theft
5 Burglary
4 Drugs
3 Other Crime
2 Robbery
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Hampshire Hedge End South Visit force website →
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 0.3 miles
Netley Train Station 0.7 miles
Bursledon Train Station 1.1 miles
Sholing Train Station 2.3 miles
Swanwick Train Station 2.6 miles
Woolston Train Station 2.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Butlocks Heath 0.6 miles Bursledon 0.9 miles Netley 1.2 miles Hamble-le-Rice 1.2 miles Old Netley 1.2 miles Lower Swanwick 1.4 miles Lowford 1.4 miles Warsash 1.8 miles New Town 1.8 miles Sarisbury 1.9 miles Netley Hill 1.9 miles Hightown 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Fareham
County Hampshire
Ward Park Gate
Constituency Fareham
Parish Fareham, unparished area
Region South East

Streets in SO31 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Hill 2 Abbey Mews 1 Abbeyfields Close 1 Abbots Way 1 Acorn Court 1 Addison Road 1 Admirals Court 1 Admirals Road 4 Agincourt Drive 2 Albacore Avenue 2 Albert Close 2 Allotment Road 1 Ambledale 1 Anglers Way 2 Apollo Crescent 2 April Grove 1 Argosy Close 1 Arreton 1 Ash Close 1 Ashley Close 1 Ashwood 1 Aspen Avenue 1 Astral Gardens 2 Avro Court 1 Badgers Copse 3 Barnbrook Road 3 Barnes Close 1 Barnes Lane 4 Baron Road 1 Barton Drive 3

Postcodes in SO31 50 shown View all postcodes

SO31 0DY SO31 0ED SO31 0EF SO31 0EH SO31 0EL SO31 0EW SO31 0EZ SO31 0FB SO31 0FD SO31 0FF SO31 0FN SO31 0FP SO31 0FR SO31 0FY SO31 0GG SO31 0GJ SO31 0GL SO31 0GN SO31 0GP SO31 0GQ SO31 0GR SO31 0GS SO31 1AA SO31 1AB SO31 1AD SO31 1AE SO31 1AH SO31 1AJ SO31 1AP SO31 1AQ SO31 1AR SO31 1AY SO31 1AZ SO31 1BA SO31 1BB SO31 1BD SO31 1BE SO31 1BG SO31 1BH SO31 1BJ SO31 1BL SO31 1BN SO31 1BP SO31 1BQ SO31 1BR SO31 1BS SO31 1BT SO31 1BU SO31 1BW SO31 1BX