SO16 Southampton has recorded a five-year compound annual growth rate of 2.0% for prices and 5.0% for rental income, positioning it in the 81st percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 56.0. The district remains in an early gentrification phase, with population expansion of 1.2% over five years suggesting modest demographic change. The divergence between rental and price growth indicates rental yields have outpaced capital appreciation during this period. These metrics reflect a market transitioning through early-stage renewal, though growth rates remain moderate relative to other UK districts. Investors should weigh the rental income performance against constrained price appreciation when evaluating this location.
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- 1Property prices up 1.6% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 5.0% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.2% per year
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What's changing in Southampton · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.4 points this month to 56/100, driven mainly by price opportunity.
44 planning applications submitted in SO16 over the last six months, including 2 new build residential schemes, 1 change of use.
- Application for permission in principle for the erection of a self-build/custom build two storey detached dwelling and garageFeb 2026 · pending
- Erection of dwelling with associated landscaping, shared driveway and extension of dropped kerbJan 2026 · pending
- Installation of first floor side window, demolition of boundary wall, change of use of amenity land at side to garden and erection of fence, and erection of replacement fence at rearJun 2026 · pending
Southampton (SO16) common questions
Is Southampton up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Southampton (SO16) as Early. Its trajectory score is 56/100 (Strong), in the top 18% of districts nationally. The score is up 4.1 points over the last 12 months.
Is Southampton safe?
Southampton has a safety score of 66/100 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 (SO16) is £280k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.6% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Southampton?
The median monthly rent in Southampton (SO16) is £1,208 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Southampton?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Southampton (SO17), Southampton (SO14), Southampton (SO18). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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