Least deprived places to live in Hampshire
Hampshire’s 13 areas ranked by deprivation (imd decile, 10 = least deprived) — least deprived areas. Every figure from IoD2025 (MHCLG), 2025. Indicative, not a valuation.
| # | Area | Deprivation (IMD decile, 10 = least deprived) (/10) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hart | 9.2/10 |
| 2 | Fareham | 8.4/10 |
| 3 | East Hampshire | 7.7/10 |
| 4 | Eastleigh | 7.6/10 |
| 5 | Test Valley | 7.5/10 |
| 6 | Winchester | 7.5/10 |
| 7 | New Forest | 7.1/10 |
| 8 | Basingstoke and Deane | 7.0/10 |
| 9 | Rushmoor | 6.2/10 |
| 10 | Havant | 5.4/10 |
| 11 | Gosport | 4.7/10 |
| 12 | Southampton | 4.6/10 |
| 13 | Portsmouth | 4.1/10 |
Source: IoD2025 (MHCLG) · 2025. Ranked highest first.
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