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SO16 (Bassett) in a nutshell
SO16 covers Bassett, Redbridge, Rownhams, Nursling, Chilworth, in Southampton and Test Valley. Give your full postcode when you ask for quotes, so the pro can confirm they cover your street.
Local tips for SO16
Two councils in one district
SO16 is split between Southampton and Test Valley. Some councils run their own landlord licensing, so check which one your home is in.
Where's this from?
postcodes.io (ONSPD) local authorityGive your full postcode
SO16 stretches across Bassett, Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams, Coxford and more, so give your full postcode, not just 'SO16', when you ask for quotes.
Where's this from?
postcodes.io (ONSPD) wardsConverted flats and bedsits
Converted houses often share pipework between flats, so a leak upstairs can become your problem. Know where your stopcock is!
Where's this from?
ONS Census 2021, Southampton: 5.0% converted/shared housesEngland landlord rules: quick version
- No single certificate: but keep water, heating and sanitation in repair.
- Legionella: assess the risk for each let.
- CO alarms: needed where there's a fixed combustion appliance (not gas cookers).
More detail on the Southampton page. Always double-check on GOV.UK.
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Frequently asked questions
Which areas does SO16 cover?
SO16 (Bassett, Redbridge, Rownhams, Nursling, Chilworth) includes the wards of Bassett, Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams, Coxford, Freemantle, Millbrook, Portswood, Redbridge, Shirley, Swaythling (ONS Postcode Directory via postcodes.io).
Which postcode districts are next to SO16?
Neighbouring districts include SO15 (Shirley), SO17 (Highfield), SO52 (North Baddesley) (ONS Postcode Directory via Doogal). A pro covering SO16 may well cover these too, so it's worth asking.
How many homes are in SO16?
About 26,827 households and 66,350 residents at the 2011 Census, across 1,542 active postcodes (Doogal / ONS Postcode Directory).
Which council area is SO16 in?
SO16 sits in Southampton, Test Valley (postcodes.io). Parliamentary constituency: Romsey and Southampton North, Southampton Test.
📊 The numbers behind this page
- Postcode district
- SO16 1
- Areas covered
- Bassett, Redbridge, Rownhams, Nursling, Chilworth 2
- Active postcodes
- 1,542 3
- Households (2011 Census, via Doogal)
- 26,827 2
- Population (2011 Census, via Doogal)
- 66,350 2
- Electoral wards
- Bassett, Chilworth, Nursling & Rownhams, Coxford, Freemantle, Millbrook, Portswood, Redbridge, Shirley … 4
- Parliamentary constituencies
- Romsey and Southampton North, Southampton Test 4
- Local authority
- Southampton, Test Valley 4
- Households in converted/shared houses (Southampton built-up area)
- 5.0% 5
- ONS Postcode Directory
- Doogal
- Doogal / ONSPD
- postcodes.io
- ONS Census 2021
Made with open data. See where it all comes from. Updated 26 October 2026.