School Lane is in Denmead, Waterlooville and in Winchester district. PO7 6LU is located in the Denmead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about School Lane, Denmead, Waterlooville, PO7 6LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO7 6LX, PO7 6EP, PO7 6ER, PO7 6LT, PO7 6LR, PO7 6LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO7 6LU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.9% | 53.3% | -3.6% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 43.1% | 46.7% | 3.6% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18% | 22.8% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 48% | 1.4% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 8.6% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 23.3% | 19% | -4.3% | 6.1% | 12.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.1% | 34.2% | 0.1% | 48.4% | -14.2% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 34.2% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 20.7% | 18% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 9.7% | 11.2% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 7.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 33.5% | 20.3% | -13.2% | 18.2% | 2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.4% | 8.1% | 1.7% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 15% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.1% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6% | 14.7% | 8.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 29.4% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.3% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 95.9% | 96.4% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 14% | 6.0% | 8.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around School Lane was 31.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.2% lower than the Denmead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
School Lane has the 16th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Denmead and the 154th lowest crime rate of 380 local areas in Winchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -90.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pastures New School Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2022-07-20 | £518,918 |
| Edgecombe School Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2021-06-11 | £736,021 |
| Eagles Rise School Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2018-11-23 | £470,777 |
| Edgecombe School Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2017-02-17 | £507,154 |
| Spenders Plat School Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £413,600 | 2015-12-17 | £493,119 |
PO7 6LU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PO7 6LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 143 |
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denmead Infant School Hambledon Road , Denmead PO7 6PN | 3out of 4 | 1,539 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Denmead Junior School Bere Road , Denmead PO7 6PH | 3out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hambledon Primary School Church Lane , Hambledon PO7 4RT | - not rated | 3,295 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Primary School Eagle Avenue , Cowplain PO8 9XP | - not rated | 3,487 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowlands Infant School 35 Woodcroft Lane , Lovedean PO8 9QG | - not rated | 4,002 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowplain Community School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RY | - not rated | 4,471 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cowplain School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RY | 3out of 4 | 4,471 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bere Clinic School Hemlock Road , Waterlooville PO8 8QT | - not rated | 3,457 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel Madocks School Eagle Avenue , Cowplain PO8 9XP | 3out of 4 | 3,487 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee School 84-86 Jubilee Road , PO7 7RE | - not rated | 4,286 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sundridge Unit Silvester Road , Cowplain PO8 8TR | - not rated | 4,398 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Waterloo School Warfield Avenue , PO7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 5,105 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvest Home | Southwick Road, Denmead | 688 yd | |
| White Hart | Hambledon Road, Denmead | 729 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Georges V Playing Field KING GEORGES FIELD RECREATION GROUND KING GEORGES FIELD RECREATION GROUND ASHLING PARK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 940 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 | 52.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 52.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 52.4% |
| 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 | 48.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.