Kent Street is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO14 5ST is located in the Bevois electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Test. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kent Street, Southampton, SO14 5ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO14 5SU, SO14 5SX, SO14 5SL, SO14 0SZ, SO14 5SN, SO14 5SP, SO14 0QH, SO14 5QS, SO14 0QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO14 5ST is primarily male, with 55.7% 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 | 45.8% | 44.3% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -6.7% |
| Male | 54.2% | 55.7% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 6.7% |
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 5ST, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.7% 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 | 40.7% | 46.7% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 8.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.1% | 37.8% | -4.3% | 44.2% | -6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 1.3% | -4.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.1% | 49.7% | 13.6% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 35.2% | -6.6% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 8.9% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 4.7% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 5ST this area, 32.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 32.9% | 0.8% | 18.2% | 14.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 16% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 13.3% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 5.8% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 10.2% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.7% | 17.3% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 12.2% | 4.4% | -7.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 31.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 4.1% | 2.3% | 3.1% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 22.7% | 18.6% | -4.1% | 1.6% | 17.0% |
| Black African | 12.1% | 15.9% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 13.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 1.0% | 0.5% |
| Other Black | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.5% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 44.8% | 31.3% | -13.5% | 81.4% | -50.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 8.3% | 8.3% | 0.6% | 7.7% |
| Other | 2.1% | 11.5% | 9.4% | 1.6% | 9.9% |
In this area, 51.2% 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 | 59.4% | 51.2% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -32.0% |
| European Union | 7.9% | 8.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.4% | 4.7% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 3.9% |
| Africa | 10.6% | 14.2% | 3.6% | 2.7% | 11.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 18.8% | 21.3% | 2.5% | 5.6% | 15.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 59.4% | 51.2% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -32.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 36.4% | 33.4% | 9.8% | 26.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.9% | 8.3% | 0.4% | 2.9% | 5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 21.2% | 3.3% | -17.9% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.5% | 0.9% | -7.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.6% | 76.7% | -14.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 5.3% | 1.3% | 4.0% |
| Other EU countries | 6.8% | 1.5% | 5.3% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 2.7% | 0.2% | 2.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21% | 37.2% | -16.2% |
| Christian | 16.9% | 46.2% | -29.3% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 53.6% | 6.5% | 47.1% |
| Sikh | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kent Street was 168.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.8% lower than the Banister & Polygon average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kent Street has the 44th highest crime rate of 112 local areas in Banister & Polygon and the 172nd highest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 101.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 Armadale House Kent Street, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £63,000 | 2021-02-15 | £68,877 |
| Flat 1 Armadale House Kent Street, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2016-03-11 | £82,442 |
SO14 5ST area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 3% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 19% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of student residents living in SO14 5ST area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 42 |
| Looking after home or family | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Other | 17 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Retired | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardmoor Early Years Centre Leaside Way , Bassett Green SO16 3EP | 3out of 4 | 4,143 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maytree Nursery and Infants' School Derby Road , SO14 0DY | 3out of 4 | 403 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Pleasant Junior School Mount Pleasant Road , SO14 0WZ | 2out of 4 | 598 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Ascupart Street , SO14 1LU | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Manor Primary School Quayside Road , Bitterne Manor SO18 1DP | 4out of 4 | 1,182 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bevois Town Primary School Cedar Road , SO14 6RU | 3out of 4 | 1,185 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,347 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Sholing Middle Road , Sholing SO19 8PH | 2out of 4 | 2,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park School Dimond Road , Bitterne Park SO18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 2,732 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 3,438 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chamberlayne Academy Tickleford Drive , Weston SO19 9QP | - not rated | 3,640 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,046 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 2,474 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 2,848 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitrah Sips Ltd 55 Northumberland Road , SO14 0EJ | - not rated | 393 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Solent University East Park Terrace , SO14 0YN | - not rated | 938 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Polygon School Handel Terrace , SO15 2FH | 3out of 4 | 1,802 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Charlton House Independent School 55 MIDANBURY LANE , Bitterne Park SO18 4DJ | - not rated | 1,879 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 1,898 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meet Point | 72 - 94 Millbank Street, Southampton | 239 yd | |
| Home Delicacies | 3 Belvidere Road, Southampton | 242 yd | |
| Woodshack | James Wharf, Ocean Quay | 271 yd | |
| The Lab | Unit 2E, Ocean Quay | 315 yd | |
| Ocean Cafe | 63 Derby Road, Southampton | 500 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Of Wales | 198 Northam Road, Southampton | 98 yd | |
| Northam Social Club | 117 Northam Road, Southampton | 116 yd | |
| Unity Brewing Co | Princes Street, Southampton | 163 yd | |
| Browns | 70 Millbank Street, Southampton | 359 yd | |
| Brown's | 70 Millbank Street, Southampton | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concourse Units | St Mary's Stadium, Britannia Road | 551 yd | |
| Bennys Burger Town | 4 Northam Road, Southampton | 751 yd | |
| Pizza House Soton | 114 St Mary Street, Southampton | 875 yd | |
| 7 Days Pizza and Chicken | 51 St Marys Road, Southampton | 885 yd | |
| Sals Kebab House | 108 St. Marys Road, Southampton | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yau Brothers | 1 Princes Street, Southampton | 193 yd | |
| Company Shop Limited | Hawkeswood Road, Southampton | 863 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 88 - 96 Bevois Valley Road, Southampton | 1,057 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spartans Gym 72-94 72-94 MILLBANK STREET | health and fitness suite | 238 yd |
| Southampton Fc (St Mary'S Stadium) ST. MARYS STADIUM ST. MARYS STADIUM BRITANNIA ROAD | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Newtown Youth & Community Centre GRAHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 678 yd |
| Mount Pleasant Junior School MOUNT PLEASANT ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 725 yd |
| St Marys C Of E Primary School ASCUPART STREET | grass pitches | 746 yd |
| Acolade Health And Fitness (Closed) Unit L Unit L Bitterne Road West | health and fitness suite | 793 yd |
| Southampton Solent University (Sports Centre St Marys) ST. MARYS ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 867 yd |
| Kingsland Community Centre KINGSLAND HALL KINGSLAND HALL BROAD GREEN | 1,013 yd | |
| Southampton Solent University (Solent Sports Complex) St Andrews Road | health and fitness suite | 1,036 yd |
| Southampton City College ST. MARY STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,045 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 | 64 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 150 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 37.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 150 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.