About Upper Swanmore

Upper Swanmore is a small village located in Hampshire, England, within the SO32 postcode area. It is primarily a residential area, characterised by its rural surroundings and local amenities. The village features a mix of traditional and modern homes, providing a sense of community for its residents. Nearby, one can find various walking paths and open spaces that encourage outdoor activities. The village is conveniently situated close to larger towns, offering access to shops, schools, and other services. Upper Swanmore is well-connected by road, making it easy to explore the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions in Hampshire.

School Ratings in Upper Swanmore

Families in Upper Swanmore have access to 16 local 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 Upper Swanmore

Homes sell for an average of £526K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £626K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Upper Swanmore

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Upper Swanmore, with 4 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Upper Swanmore

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Upper Swanmore among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Upper Swanmore

Broadband services in Upper Swanmore 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 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

13 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Swanmore College Secondary Good 1.3 miles Droxford Junior School Primary 1.3 miles Bishops Waltham Infant School Primary Outstanding 1.6 miles Bishop's Waltham Junior School Primary Good 1.6 miles Little Petals Children's Centre 1.8 miles St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Meonstoke Church of England Infant School Primary Good 2.2 miles Newtown Soberton Infant School Primary 3.4 miles Little Petals, Merry-Go-Round and Happy Valley Children's Centre 3.6 miles Wickham Church of England Primary School Primary Good 3.6 miles Upham Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Upper Swanmore IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Upper Swanmore 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
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 Upper Swanmore 30 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Upper Swanmore 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 small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

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
Hampshire Bishops Waltham and Soberton 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

Botley Train Station 4.8 miles
Hedge End Train Station 5.7 miles
Swanwick Train Station 7 miles
Fareham Train Station 7 miles
Portchester Train Station 7.5 miles
Bursledon Train Station 7.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Swanmore 0.9 miles Dundridge 0.9 miles Hoe 1.2 miles Hillpound 1.2 miles Droxford 1.4 miles Waltham Chase 1.8 miles Dean 1.8 miles Bishop's Waltham 1.9 miles Brockbridge 2 miles Northbrook 2 miles Soberton 2 miles Shirrell Heath 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