SouthamptonSO40
New Forest · South East
Southampton's SO40 postcode district sits at the 40th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 48.6/100, indicating average market fundamentals. Over the five-year period, property prices achieved minimal growth at 0.3% compound annual rate, whilst rental yields demonstrated considerably stronger performance at 5.3% CAGR. Population figures declined marginally by 0.1% across the same timeframe. The district is classified as pre-cursor stage gentrification, suggesting limited signs of the demographic and economic shifts typically associated with neighbourhood renewal. The divergence between modest capital appreciation and robust rental growth reflects a market characterised by tenant demand outpacing price momentum.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 0.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.3% per year
- 3Population declining at 0.1% per year
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What's changing in Southampton · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.3 points this month to 48/100, driven mainly by safety.
68 planning applications submitted in SO40 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 6 change of use, 1 demolition.
- Self-build three-storey, five-bedroom dwelling with a flat roof (Outline Application with all mat...Jan 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Two-storey side extension; porch; demolition of attached outbuildingApr 2026 · Registered
- Change of use of first floor to form 3 flats and partial change of use of ground floor to form 1 ...Apr 2026 · Registered
Southampton (SO40) common questions
Is Southampton up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Southampton (SO40) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 48/100 (Average), in the top 60% of districts nationally. The score is up 0.8 points over the last 12 months.
Is Southampton safe?
Southampton has a safety score of 70/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Southampton?
The average property price in Southampton (SO40) is £358k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Southampton?
The median monthly rent in Southampton (SO40) is £1,223 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Southampton?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Southampton (SO16), Lyndhurst (SO43), Southampton (SO17), Southampton (SO14). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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