About Lower Upham

Lower Upham is a small village located in Hampshire, England, within the SO32 postcode area. It is situated approximately eight miles from the city of Southampton and offers a peaceful atmosphere typical of rural England. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, contributing to its community feel. Local amenities include a few shops and a primary school, which serves the village and surrounding areas. The nearby countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Lower Upham is well-connected to larger towns, making it a convenient base for those wishing to explore the wider region while enjoying the benefits of village life.

School Ratings in Lower Upham

Lower Upham is served by 47 schools. Bishops Waltham Infant School and Durley Church of England Controlled Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lower Upham

Property prices average £526K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £626K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lower Upham

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Lower Upham, with 4 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Upham

Lower Upham 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 locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Lower Upham

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Lower Upham, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,106 sales

Average Price £526K
£2K — £8.7M
Detached £626K 2,155
Semi £396K 1,022
Terraced £339K 493
Flat £222K 206

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
6 Secondary
11 Other
Upham Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Durley Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary Outstanding 2 miles Little Coppice Children's Centre Good 2 miles Fair Oak Infant School Primary 2 miles Fair Oak Junior School Primary Good 2 miles Wyvern College Secondary Good 2 miles Little Petals Children's Centre 2.3 miles The King's School Good 2.4 miles Bishops Waltham Infant School Primary Outstanding 2.5 miles Bishop's Waltham Junior School Primary Good 2.5 miles Owslebury Primary School Primary Good 2.6 miles Deer Park School Secondary Good 3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lower Upham IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Lower Upham 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
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,079 Children (0-15) 19%
21,226 Working Age 58%
10,852 Older (60+) 30%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.9% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 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 Lower Upham 30 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Lower Upham 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 small town.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
4 Other Theft
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Public Order
1 Vehicle Crime
1 Other Crime
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

Hedge End Train Station 3.3 miles
Botley Train Station 3.9 miles
Eastleigh Train Station 4.2 miles
Shawford Train Station 4.8 miles
Southampton Airport Parkway Train Station 5 miles
Swaythling Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Wintershill 0.6 miles Upham 0.9 miles Ashton 1.2 miles Durley Street 1.2 miles Newtown 1.8 miles Street End 1.9 miles Pylehill 1.9 miles Brown Heath 1.9 miles Northbrook 2 miles Fair Oak 2 miles Crowdhill 2 miles Durley 2 miles

Local Government

District Winchester
County Hampshire
Ward Central Meon Valley
Constituency Meon Valley
Parish Droxford
Region South East

Streets in SO32 30 shown View all streets

A32 3 A334 6 Abbey Drive 1 Abbots Road 1 Albany Court 1 Albany Drive 1 Albany Road 1 Albert Road 1 Allens Farm Lane 1 Allens Lane 1 Alma Lane 1 Andrewes Close 1 Appleby Drive 1 Armsworth Lane 1 Ashley Gardens 1 Ashton Close 1 Ashton Lane 4 Augusta Close 1 B2150 2 B3035 1 Baker Close 1 Bank Street 4 Barley Fields 1 Basing Mews 1 Basingwell Street Lower 1 Basingwell Street Upper 2 Battery Hill 2 Baybridge Lane 1 Beacon Hill Lane 2 Beaucroft Road 1

Postcodes in SO32 50 shown View all postcodes

SO32 1AA SO32 1AB SO32 1AD SO32 1AE SO32 1AF SO32 1AG SO32 1AH SO32 1AJ SO32 1AL SO32 1AN SO32 1AP SO32 1AQ SO32 1AR SO32 1AS SO32 1AT SO32 1AU SO32 1AW SO32 1AX SO32 1AY SO32 1AZ SO32 1BA SO32 1BB SO32 1BD SO32 1BE SO32 1BG SO32 1BH SO32 1BJ SO32 1BL SO32 1BN SO32 1BP SO32 1BQ SO32 1BR SO32 1BS SO32 1BT SO32 1BU SO32 1BW SO32 1BX SO32 1BY SO32 1BZ SO32 1DA SO32 1DB SO32 1DD SO32 1DE SO32 1DF SO32 1DG SO32 1DH SO32 1DJ SO32 1DL SO32 1DN SO32 1DP