Moving to Southampton
Hampshire, England
Getting around
South Western Railway and CrossCountry services from Southampton Central, with direct trains to London Waterloo. City bus services by Bluestar and First.
Commute to London: 1 hour 20 minutes by train
Key neighbourhoods
Ocean Village
~£250,000Waterfront marina development with modern apartments, restaurants, and a cinema complex.
Portswood
~£270,000Lively suburb near the university with a high street of independent shops and a diverse food scene.
Bitterne Park
~£300,000Residential area with Victorian and Edwardian houses, a village triangle of shops, and good schools.
Highfield
~£320,000Quiet residential area near the Common and university with a mix of family homes and student properties.
Council tax
Band D council tax in Southampton averages £2,381.48 a year for 2026/27, including the police and fire precepts. Your own bill depends on your property's valuation band (A–H), and can differ within the area where a parish sets its own precept. Source: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
Local tips
- Southampton Common is a large green space in the centre of the city, great for walking and running.
- The city has strong cruise industry links and the port is a major economic driver.
- SeaCity Museum tells the story of the Titanic, which sailed from Southampton.
- The New Forest National Park is on the doorstep for outdoor activities.
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