Briton Street is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO14 3HU is located in the Bargate electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Itchen. This postcode has been in use since 2006-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Briton Street, Southampton, SO14 3HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO14 3HU, SO14 3LL, SO14 3HW, SO14 3JG, SO14 3JP, SO14 3AQ, SO14 3ES, SO14 3HL, SO14 3JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO14 3HU is primarily male, with 56.6% of the population 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 | 41.8% | 43.4% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -7.6% |
| Male | 58.2% | 56.6% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 7.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SO14 3HU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 65.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 65.3% | 65.3% | 0.0% | 37.9% | 27.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.2% | 28.6% | 4.4% | 44.2% | -15.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.1% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -6.0% |
| Widowed | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (90.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 62.7% | 55.9% | -6.8% | 48.4% | 7.5% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 34.6% | 1.8% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 4.1% | 7.7% | 3.6% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
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.
In the area around SO14 3HU this area, 6.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 60.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.6% | 6.8% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -11.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 4.2% | -10.3% | 9.6% | -5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.1% | 7.6% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 15.2% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.2% | 60.2% | 13.0% | 33.8% | 26.4% |
| Other | 7.7% | 2.3% | -5.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 72.2% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 5.6% | 2.4% | -3.2% | 0.7% | 1.7% |
| Indian | 4.9% | 10.1% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 7.0% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 4.2% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 69.8% | 72.2% | 2.4% | 81.4% | -9.2% |
| Arab | 6.7% | 4.2% | -2.5% | 0.6% | 3.6% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 56.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.4% | 56.3% | -4.1% | 83.2% | -26.9% |
| European Union | 11.6% | 16.4% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 10.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 6.6% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 3.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 22% | 15.4% | -6.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 60.1% | 56.5% | -3.6% | 83.2% | -26.7% |
| 10+ Years | 13.1% | 10.9% | -2.2% | 9.8% | 1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 11.6% | 9.8% | -1.8% | 2.9% | 6.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.7% | 12.6% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 10.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 10.2% | 4.6% | 1.9% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.6% | 76.7% | -16.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 7.4% | 1.5% | 5.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Middle East | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 9.2% | 1.2% | 8.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% |
| Christian | 34% | 46.2% | -12.2% |
| Hindu | 9.4% | 1.7% | 7.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 10.1% | 6.0% | 4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Briton Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bargate average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 62 Oceana Boulevard Briton Street, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2023-12-20 | £107,920 |
| Flat 53 Oceana Boulevard Briton Street, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2023-12-18 | £99,697 |
| Flat 85 Oceana Boulevard Briton Street, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-03-24 | £151,995 |
| Flat 87 Oceana Boulevard Briton Street, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2019-07-25 | £282,980 |
| Flat 40 Oceana Boulevard Briton Street, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2019-05-08 | £208,423 |
SO14 3HU 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 166 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Retired | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Primary and Nursery School French Street , Old Town SO14 2AU | 3out of 4 | 171 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Community School Southampton Central Hall, St Mary Street , SO14 1NF | - not rated | 601 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Ascupart Street , SO14 1LU | 3out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Maytree Nursery and Infants' School Derby Road , SO14 0DY | 3out of 4 | 1,987 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhill Catholic Primary School Milton Road , SO15 2HW | 4out of 4 | 2,065 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Sholing Middle Road , Sholing SO19 8PH | 2out of 4 | 3,369 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chamberlayne Academy Tickleford Drive , Weston SO19 9QP | - not rated | 3,571 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 4,094 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 4,210 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 850 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 3,606 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 3,708 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton Solent University East Park Terrace , SO14 0YN | - not rated | 1,158 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fitrah Sips Ltd 55 Northumberland Road , SO14 0EJ | - not rated | 1,497 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Polygon School Handel Terrace , SO15 2FH | 3out of 4 | 1,658 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| King Edward VI School Wilton Road , SO15 5UQ | - not rated | 3,178 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 3,234 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Everest Cuisine | 1 Queens Way, Southampton | 70 yd | |
| Kuti's of Southampton | Gate House Royal Pier, Town Quay | 70 yd | |
| Bistro Baristo | Ground Floor Retail, Telephone House | 183 yd | |
| Porters Charcuterie Ltd | Unit 1, Havelock Chambers | 187 yd | |
| Porters Steakhouse | Unit 1, Havelock Chambers | 187 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 1865 Club | Brunswick Square, Southampton | 159 yd | |
| One Oxford | 1 Oxford Street, Southampton | 199 yd | |
| The White Star Tavern | 26 - 28 Oxford Street, Southampton | 199 yd | |
| Red Lion | 55 High Street, Southampton | 227 yd | |
| Below Bar | 48 High Street, Southampton | 231 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terrace Sandwich Bar | 28 Queens Terrace, Southampton | 185 yd | |
| Indos Peri Peri, Also Trading As Just Chicken | 132 High Street, Southampton | 325 yd | |
| Mikes Fish And Chips | 23 Queens Way, Southampton | 407 yd | |
| Bitz And Pizzaz | 17 Queensway, Southampton | 407 yd | |
| Maxims Pizza & Kebab | 159 High Street, Southampton | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative | 117 High Street, Southampton | 235 yd | |
| Lidl | 15 - 17 High Street, Southampton | 396 yd | |
| Co-Operative Welcome | Liberty Quays, 20 Duke Street | 436 yd | |
| E&J Oriental Supermarket | 108 East Street, Southampton | 460 yd | |
| Mon Thai Supermarket | 107 East Street, Southampton | 472 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Speedflex (Southampton) City Court City Court Briton Street | health and fitness suite | 86 yd |
| Grand Harbour Hotel WEST QUAY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 550 yd |
| The Quays Swimming & Diving Complex HARBOUR PARADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 585 yd |
| The Gym (Southampton Central) 176-178 176-178 HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 586 yd |
| Energie Ladies Fitness Club (Southampton) (Closed) East Bargate | health and fitness suite | 612 yd |
| Deanery Gymnastics Centre (Closed) Deanery Sports Hall Deanery Sports Hall Chapel Road | 738 yd | |
| Hoglands Park PAVILLION HOGLANDS PARK PAVILLION HOGLANDS PARK HOUNDWELL PLACE | grass pitches | 745 yd |
| National Oceanography Centre Southampton (Closed) Waterfront Campus Waterfront Campus European Way | health and fitness suite | 804 yd |
| Southampton City College ST. MARY STREET | health and fitness suite | 829 yd |
| Kingsland Gym (Closed) 19-20 19-20 St. Marys Place | health and fitness suite | 856 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 14 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 18.57 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 18.57 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.28 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.