Chidden Close is in East Meon, Petersfield and in East Hampshire district. GU32 1PE is located in the Buriton & East Meon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Hampshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chidden Close, East Meon, Petersfield, GU32 1PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: GU32 1NR, GU32 1NP, GU32 1PD, GU32 1PS, GU32 1NS, GU32 1NT, GU32 1QT, GU32 1NW, GU32 1PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding GU32 1PE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 49.9% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50.1% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of GU32 1PE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 28% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 52.4% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.6% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 7.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.1% | 43.2% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 40.9% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 7.3% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 10.6% | -7.1% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.1% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.5% | 20.1% | -10.4% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 8.5% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 17.3% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 4.5% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 18.4% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 28% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -5.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.9% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
In this area, 94.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.2% | 94.9% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 94.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.7% | 76.7% | 2.0% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.9% | 37.2% | 1.7% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chidden Close was 51.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.4% higher than the Buriton & East Meon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chidden Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Buriton & East Meon and the 152nd highest crime rate of 412 local areas in East Hampshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.3%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Chidden Close, Petersfield, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2024-03-07 | £545,137 |
| 2 Chidden Close, Petersfield, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £492,000 | 2020-11-30 | £550,585 |
| 4 Chidden Close, Petersfield, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2002-12-04 | £793,626 |
GU32 1PE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
GU32 1PE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Self-Employed | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 27 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Other | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Meon Church of England Controlled Primary School Chapel Street , East Meon GU32 1NR | 3out of 4 | 162 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Meon Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Church Lane , West Meon GU32 1LF | 3out of 4 | 4,608 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langrish Primary School Ramsdean Road , Stroud GU32 3PJ | 4out of 4 | 5,095 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ye Olde George Inn | Ye Olde George Inn, Church Street, East Meon, Petersfield, GU32 1NH | 223 yd | |
| The Izaak Walton | The Izaak Walton, High Street, East Meon, Petersfield, GU32 1QA | 293 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| East Meon Village Hall EAST MEON VILLAGE HALL EAST MEON VILLAGE HALL WORKHOUSE LANE | 76 yd | |
| East Meon Recreation Ground THE GREEN | grass pitches | 268 yd |
| East Meon Cricket Club EAST MEON RECREATION GROUND EAST MEON RECREATION GROUND HIGH STREET | grass pitches | 552 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 61.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 61.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.65 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.