About Sparsholt

Sparsholt is a small village located in Hampshire, England, within the SO21 postcode area. It is situated approximately two miles from the city of Winchester, making it a convenient spot for those wishing to explore the surrounding area. The village features a mix of residential homes and agricultural land, reflecting its rural character. The local community is served by a primary school and a church, which are central to village life. Sparsholt is also known for its agricultural college, which offers various courses and training in land-based studies. The nearby countryside provides opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural environment, making it a pleasant place for both residents and visitors.

School Ratings in Sparsholt

Families in Sparsholt have access to 36 local schools. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Sparsholt

Homes sell for an average of £705K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £906K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Sparsholt

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Sparsholt, with 33 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Sparsholt

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Sparsholt 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 Sparsholt

Broadband services in Sparsholt range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,443 sales

Average Price £705K
£500 — £18.5M
Detached £906K 1,132
Semi £472K 563
Terraced £395K 386
Flat £234K 202

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
2 Secondary
17 Other
Sparsholt Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Sparsholt College Hampshire 16 plus Good 0.7 miles Harestock Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Weeke Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Kings' School Secondary Good 2.1 miles Henry Beaufort School Secondary Good 2.2 miles Western Church of England Primary School Primary 2.3 miles The Westgate School All-through Outstanding 2.4 miles Lanterns Nursery School and Children's Centre Requires Improvement 2.5 miles Lanterns Nursery School and Extended Services Nursery Outstanding 2.5 miles Barton Farm Primary Academy Primary Outstanding 2.5 miles St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Winchester Primary Good 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Sparsholt IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Sparsholt 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
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,631 Children (0-15) 19%
27,278 Working Age 59%
13,247 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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 Sparsholt 279 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Sparsholt are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

112 Violence & Sexual Offences
33 Shoplifting
29 Anti-Social Behaviour
25 Drugs
19 Public Order
18 Other Theft
16 Criminal Damage & Arson
11 Other Crime
7 Burglary
5 Weapons
4 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Hampshire Winchester Rural West 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

Shawford Train Station 4.5 miles
Chandlers Ford Train Station 6.8 miles
Eastleigh Train Station 7.8 miles
Mottisfont And Dunbridge Train Station 7.9 miles
Romsey Train Station 7.9 miles
Micheldever Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dean 0.6 miles Ham Green 0.6 miles Littleton 1.4 miles Long Park 1.4 miles Harestock 1.9 miles Weeke 2 miles Crawley 2 miles Sleepers Hill 2.2 miles Pitt 2.2 miles Up Somborne 2.6 miles Stanmore 2.6 miles Fulflood 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Winchester
County Hampshire
Ward The Worthys
Constituency Winchester
Parish Kings Worthy
Region South East

Streets in SO21 30 shown View all streets

A30 1 A303 4 A3090 1 A33 11 A34 3 Alder Close 1 Alexandria Road 1 Alresford Drove 4 Alresford Road 7 Anders Road 1 Andover Road 7 Armstrong Close 1 Ash Close 1 Aspen Close 2 Attwoods Drove 2 Avington Lane 3 B3047 1 B3420 1 Badgers Bolt 3 Baring Close 2 Barron Close 1 Barton Drove 2 Basingstoke Road 10 Baybridge Lane 1 Beech End 2 Beech Grove 1 Beechcroft Close 1 Beggars Drove 5 Belmore Lane 3 Bertune Close 1

Postcodes in SO21 50 shown View all postcodes

SO21 1AA SO21 1AB SO21 1AD SO21 1AE SO21 1AF SO21 1AG SO21 1AH SO21 1AJ SO21 1AL SO21 1AN SO21 1AQ SO21 1AR SO21 1AS SO21 1AT SO21 1AU SO21 1AW SO21 1AX SO21 1AY SO21 1AZ SO21 1BA SO21 1BB SO21 1BD SO21 1BE SO21 1BH SO21 1BJ SO21 1BL SO21 1BN SO21 1BP SO21 1BQ SO21 1BS SO21 1BT SO21 1BU SO21 1BW SO21 1BX SO21 1BY SO21 1BZ SO21 1DA SO21 1DB SO21 1DD SO21 1DE SO21 1DF SO21 1DG SO21 1DJ SO21 1DL SO21 1DQ SO21 1DR SO21 1DS SO21 1DT SO21 1DU SO21 1DW