Hill Lane is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO15 7NP 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 Hill Lane, Southampton, SO15 7NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO15 7NS, SO15 7NR, SO15 7PP, SO15 7NT, SO15 7PQ, SO15 7PL, SO15 7PS, SO15 7PR, SO15 7PJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO15 7NP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.2% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.8% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 7NP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% 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 | 27.6% | 28.3% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.5% | 59.7% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 3.5% | -1.8% | 9.1% | -5.6% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 55.7% | 51% | -4.7% | 48.4% | 2.6% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 33.7% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 11.1% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 7NP this area, 8.1% 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 56.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.3% | 8.1% | 1.8% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 7.4% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 10.5% | 0.5% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 11.9% | -0.1% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.2% | 56.8% | 3.6% | 33.8% | 23.0% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.4% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 3.1% | 3.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 88.8% | 80.9% | -7.9% | 81.4% | -0.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Other | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 82.7% 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 | 83.5% | 82.7% | -0.8% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| European Union | 8.3% | 6.7% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.3% | 7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | 1.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.4% | 82.9% | 0.5% | 83.2% | -0.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.9% | 11.5% | 8.6% | 9.8% | 1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.8% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.7% | 2.1% | -8.6% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 33.8% | 46.2% | -12.4% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% |
| Sikh | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Lane was 206.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.1% higher than the Shirley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Shirley and the 136th highest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 116.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 163 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2022-07-29 | £504,470 |
| 157 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £368,500 | 2020-12-10 | £417,195 |
| 159 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £441,000 | 2018-07-13 | £515,222 |
| 161 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2018-03-01 | £415,325 |
| 163 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2018-01-05 | £489,659 |
SO15 7NP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Education | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 3,219 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 | 855 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Junior School Bellemoor Road , Shirley SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 855 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Banister Primary School Archers Road , SO15 2LS | 3out of 4 | 1,145 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollybrook Junior School Seagarth Lane , SO16 6RL | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Stafford Road , Shirley SO15 5TE | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 768 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 1,475 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 1,969 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,406 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 3,084 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 201 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 3,086 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 4,948 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 | 257 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 1,179 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Polygon School Handel Terrace , SO15 2FH | 3out of 4 | 1,792 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe At The Hawthorns | The Hawthorns Urban Wildlife Centre, The Common | 554 yd | |
| Cowherds | The Common, Southampton | 554 yd | |
| Buffet Belle | 58 Marshall Square, Southampton | 670 yd | |
| Hello Coffee | 7 St James Road, Southampton | 681 yd | |
| Make & Brew | St James Road Methodist Church, 111 - 113 St James Road | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellemoor Tavern | 250 Hill Lane, Southampton | 496 yd | |
| Bassett Lawn Tennis Club | 124-142 Wilton Road, Southampton | 596 yd | |
| Atherley Bowling Club | Atherley Bowling Club, Raymond Road | 687 yd | |
| Pirrie Park Bowling Club | 78A Wilton Crescent, Southampton | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amins Kitchen | Atherley Bowling Club, Hill Lane | 621 yd | |
| Tasty Curry | 5 St. James Road, Southampton | 684 yd | |
| St. James Fish Bar | 17 St. James Road, Southampton | 684 yd | |
| Imli | 15 St. James Road, Southampton | 684 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 65 The Avenue, Southampton | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks and Spencer | 233 - 235 Winchester Road, Southampton | 1,017 yd | |
| Lidl | Banister Road, Southampton | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Edward Vi School WILTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 234 yd |
| Richard Taunton College HILL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 316 yd |
| Bassett Lawn Tennis Club 124-142 124-142 WILTON ROAD | tennis courts | 538 yd |
| Atherley Bowling Club HILL LANE | indoor bowls | 626 yd |
| South Hants Lawn Tennis Club SOUTH HANTS LAWN TENNIS CLUB SOUTH HANTS LAWN TENNIS CLUB NORTHLANDS ROAD | tennis courts | 776 yd |
| Upper Shirley High Bellemoor Road | health and fitness suite | 920 yd |
| Pure Gym (Southampton - Shirley) WINCHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,033 yd |
| Banister Primary School ARCHERS ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,034 yd |
| Malmesbury Road Playing Fields FORMER CIVIL SERVICE CLUB SPORTS GROUND FORMER CIVIL SERVICE CLUB SPORTS GROUND MALMESBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 206.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.