Wilton Road is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO15 5HX is located in the Shirley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Test. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wilton Road, Southampton, SO15 5HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO15 5HY, SO15 5HU, SO15 7PW, SO15 5RU, SO15 7PT, SO15 5HZ, SO15 5HT, SO15 5JT, SO15 5HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO15 5HX, 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 | 53.4% | 53.3% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 46.6% | 46.7% | 0.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SO15 5HX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.7% | 27.6% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 61.4% | 4.1% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 5.5% | -1.0% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4.7% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 (89.4%) 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 | 53.4% | 55% | 1.6% | 48.4% | 6.6% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 34.4% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 7.2% | -3.2% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 2.5% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 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 SO15 5HX this area, 9.8% 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 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.5% | 9.8% | 1.3% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 8.2% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 11% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 4.7% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 13.3% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.9% | 49.8% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 16.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 87.7% | -9.6% | 81.4% | 6.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 87.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 87.3% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 4.1% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 4.4% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 86.8% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 8.2% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -1.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 1.6% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.7% | 76.7% | 12.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 6.3% | 6.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wilton Road was 32.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.1% lower than the Shirley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wilton Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Shirley and the 116th lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 172 Wilton Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2023-10-27 | £505,219 |
| 162 Wilton Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2001-07-18 | £514,344 |
SO15 5HX 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3,626 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Infant School Wilton Road , SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Junior School Bellemoor Road , Shirley SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wordsworth Primary School Victor Street , Shirley SO15 5LH | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Stafford Road , Shirley SO15 5TE | 3out of 4 | 968 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundry Lane Primary School Foundry Lane , Shirley SO15 3JT | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 1,531 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 2,772 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,790 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 | 498 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 3,196 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 5,277 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Edward VI School Wilton Road , SO15 5UQ | - not rated | 390 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 1,118 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 1,603 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Polygon School Handel Terrace , SO15 2FH | 3out of 4 | 1,748 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hello Coffee | 7 St James Road, Southampton | 286 yd | |
| Make & Brew | St James Road Methodist Church, 111 - 113 St James Road | 395 yd | |
| Grill House | 393 Shirley Road, Southampton | 812 yd | |
| McDonalds | 361-363 Shirley Road, Freemantle | 815 yd | |
| 329 Cafe and Lounge | 329 Shirley Road, Southampton | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bassett Lawn Tennis Club | 124-142 Wilton Road, Southampton | 313 yd | |
| Atherley Bowling Club | Atherley Bowling Club, Raymond Road | 449 yd | |
| Pirrie Park Bowling Club | 78A Wilton Crescent, Southampton | 583 yd | |
| Bellemoor Tavern | 250 Hill Lane, Southampton | 707 yd | |
| Overdraft | 383 Shirley Road, Southampton | 812 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Curry | 5 St. James Road, Southampton | 294 yd | |
| St. James Fish Bar | 17 St. James Road, Southampton | 294 yd | |
| Imli | 15 St. James Road, Southampton | 294 yd | |
| Amins Kitchen | Atherley Bowling Club, Hill Lane | 546 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 313 Shirley Road, Southampton | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twoj Sklep Foods | Rear of, 349 - 353 Shirley Road | 812 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 349 - 353 Shirley Road, Southampton | 812 yd | |
| Marks and Spencer | 233 - 235 Winchester Road, Southampton | 883 yd | |
| Lidl | 390 Shirley Road, Southampton | 885 yd | |
| Co-Operative | 195 - 197 Shirley Road, Southampton | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bassett Lawn Tennis Club 124-142 124-142 WILTON ROAD | tennis courts | 217 yd |
| King Edward Vi School WILTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 272 yd |
| Richard Taunton College HILL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 488 yd |
| Atherley Bowling Club HILL LANE | indoor bowls | 550 yd |
| Malmesbury Road Playing Fields FORMER CIVIL SERVICE CLUB SPORTS GROUND FORMER CIVIL SERVICE CLUB SPORTS GROUND MALMESBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 730 yd |
| Upper Shirley High Bellemoor Road | health and fitness suite | 807 yd |
| St James Park ST. JAMES PARK ST. JAMES PARK ST. JAMES ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 823 yd |
| South Hants Lawn Tennis Club SOUTH HANTS LAWN TENNIS CLUB SOUTH HANTS LAWN TENNIS CLUB NORTHLANDS ROAD | tennis courts | 889 yd |
| Pure Gym (Southampton - Shirley) WINCHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 908 yd |
| Easygym (Southampton) Top Floor 366-368 Top Floor 366-368 Shirley Road | health and fitness suite | 923 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.