Shirley Road is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO15 3FG is located in the Banister & Polygon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Test. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shirley Road, Southampton, SO15 3FG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO15 3FN, SO15 5BH, SO15 5BG, SO15 5SL, SO15 3DJ, SO15 3FP, SO15 3DF, SO15 5EA, SO15 3FL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO15 3FG is primarily male, with 54% 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 | 46.6% | 46% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -5.0% |
| Male | 53.4% | 54% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 5.0% |
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 SO15 3FG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.2% 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 | 47.9% | 56.2% | 8.3% | 37.9% | 18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.4% | 28.1% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -16.1% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 11.1% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
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 | 51.7% | 42.1% | -9.6% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 40.5% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 6.9% |
| Fair health | 4.7% | 12.3% | 7.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 16.8% | 15.1% | -1.7% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 10.6% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 11.9% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 5.5% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 18.3% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.8% | 33.5% | -2.3% | 33.8% | -0.3% |
| Other | 15.3% | 5% | -10.3% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 76.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 6.5% | 4.7% | -1.8% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 3.9% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 5.1% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 3.5% |
| Black African | 6% | 2.8% | -3.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 79.7% | 76.4% | -3.3% | 81.4% | -5.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 58.8% 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 | 53.9% | 58.8% | 4.9% | 83.2% | -24.4% |
| European Union | 25.9% | 26% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 19.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 8.2% | 1.6% | -6.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.5% | 9.2% | -0.3% | 5.6% | 3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 53% | 58.3% | 5.3% | 83.2% | -24.9% |
| 10+ Years | 8.6% | 14.3% | 5.7% | 9.8% | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 18.1% | 11.5% | -6.6% | 2.9% | 8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 17.2% | 7.9% | -9.3% | 2.2% | 5.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 7.9% | 4.9% | 1.9% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 49.8% | 76.7% | -26.9% |
| Portugal | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 13% | 1.3% | 11.7% |
| Romania | 6.3% | 0.9% | 5.4% |
| Other EU countries | 5.1% | 1.5% | 3.6% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 3.2% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 45.4% | 46.2% | -0.8% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 8% | 6.5% | 1.5% |
| Sikh | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shirley Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Banister & Polygon average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 173A Shirley Road, Southampton, Southampton Other, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-05-10 | £327,276 |
| 169 - 171 Shirley Road, Southampton, Southampton Other, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-06-20 | £500,521 |
| 179 - 181 Shirley Road, Southampton, Southampton Other, an established residential building | £350,288 | 2022-02-23 | £357,353 |
| 165 Shirley Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2012-04-30 | £298,728 |
| 191 Shirley Road, Southampton, Southampton Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2010-09-17 | £174,401 |
SO15 3FG 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,573 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Stafford Road , Shirley SO15 5TE | 3out of 4 | 139 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freemantle Church of England Community Academy Mansion Road , Freemantle SO15 3BQ | 3out of 4 | 391 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhill Catholic Primary School Milton Road , SO15 2HW | 4out of 4 | 719 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundry Lane Primary School Foundry Lane , Shirley SO15 3JT | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Banister Primary School Archers Road , SO15 2LS | 3out of 4 | 1,141 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 | 1,392 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 1,678 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 1,783 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 3,307 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 3,403 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 1,533 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 2,599 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 5,169 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Polygon School Handel Terrace , SO15 2FH | 3out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| King Edward VI School Wilton Road , SO15 5UQ | - not rated | 1,143 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Solent University East Park Terrace , SO14 0YN | - not rated | 2,010 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 2,101 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 2,157 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| What A Pizza! | 162 - 164 Shirley Road, Southampton | 78 yd | |
| Mad Cafe and Deli | 208 Shirley Road, Southampton | 105 yd | |
| Chikn Shack | Ground Floor, 132 Shirley Road | 181 yd | |
| Culture Caff | 281 Shirley Road, Freemantle | 400 yd | |
| Sports Bar | 303-305 Shirley Road, Southampton | 470 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Witch's Brew | 220 Shirley Road, Southampton | 105 yd | |
| Wellington Arms | 56 Park Road, Southampton | 202 yd | |
| Pig N Whistle | 108 Shirley Road, Southampton | 214 yd | |
| Stile Inn | 224 Shirley Road, Southampton | 215 yd | |
| Freemantle Hotel | 27 Paynes Road, Southampton | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quality Kebabs | 192 Shirley Road, Freemantle | 37 yd | |
| Wok 8 | 203 Shirley Road, Southampton | 91 yd | |
| Feasta | 204 Shirley Road, Southampton | 92 yd | |
| Magic Chef | 228 Shirley Road, Southampton | 180 yd | |
| Shirley Fish Bar | 124 Shirley Road, Southampton | 197 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative | 195 - 197 Shirley Road, Southampton | 83 yd | |
| Spar | 125 Foundry Lane, Southampton | 726 yd | |
| Twoj Sklep Foods | Rear of, 349 - 353 Shirley Road | 822 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 349 - 353 Shirley Road, Southampton | 822 yd | |
| Lidl | 390 Shirley Road, Southampton | 984 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Freemantle United Reformed Church Shirley Road | 274 yd | |
| Malmesbury Road Playing Fields FORMER CIVIL SERVICE CLUB SPORTS GROUND FORMER CIVIL SERVICE CLUB SPORTS GROUND MALMESBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 386 yd |
| Freemantle Church Of England Academy MANSION ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 408 yd |
| Area 51 5 5 WATERLOO ROAD | health and fitness suite | 475 yd |
| Springhill Rc Primary School MILTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 600 yd |
| Freemantle And Shirley Community Centre RANDOLPH STREET | 663 yd | |
| Shirley Swimming Pool KENTISH ROAD | swimming pool | 676 yd |
| Atherley Bowling Club HILL LANE | indoor bowls | 802 yd |
| Easygym (Southampton) Top Floor 366-368 Top Floor 366-368 Shirley Road | health and fitness suite | 880 yd |
| South Hants Lawn Tennis Club SOUTH HANTS LAWN TENNIS CLUB SOUTH HANTS LAWN TENNIS CLUB NORTHLANDS ROAD | tennis courts | 1,008 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 233.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 170.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.