Hill Lane is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO15 7NQ 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 7NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO15 7NG, SO15 5JA, SO15 5JF, SO15 5JE, SO15 5JB, SO15 5AH, SO15 5JD, SO15 2RZ, SO15 5AG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO15 7NQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.8% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.2% | -0.5% | 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 7NQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.7% 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 | 25% | 24.6% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 61.7% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 17.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 5.5% | -1.4% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 6.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 52.8% | 52.4% | -0.4% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 34.3% | -0.5% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 10.4% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
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 50.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 11.7% | 0.4% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 7% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 8.9% | -3.6% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 4.3% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 15.2% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 48.4% | 50.6% | 2.2% | 33.8% | 16.8% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.5% | 5.8% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 4.7% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 3.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 88.8% | 81.4% | -7.4% | 81.4% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 80.3% 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 | 85.7% | 80.3% | -5.4% | 83.2% | -2.9% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 10.3% | 5.0% | 6.1% | 4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.5% | 5.5% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.4% | 80.6% | -4.8% | 83.2% | -2.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 15.5% | 14.9% | 9.8% | 5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.2% | 0.6% | -10.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 3.2% | 13.5% | -10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.8% | 6.5% | -0.7% |
| Sikh | 4.2% | 0.9% | 3.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Lane was 36.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.5% lower than the Shirley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hill Lane has the 14th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Shirley and the 137th lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 206 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £573,500 | 2021-06-04 | £645,442 |
| 202 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £412,500 | 2004-07-07 | £734,621 |
| 204 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2004-03-19 | £708,380 |
| 202 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2002-03-28 | £808,591 |
| 208 Hill Lane, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2001-03-23 | £702,604 |
SO15 7NQ 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| 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 | 3,595 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banister Primary School Archers Road , SO15 2LS | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Stafford Road , Shirley SO15 5TE | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhill Catholic Primary School Milton Road , SO15 2HW | 4out of 4 | 981 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Infant School Wilton Road , SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Junior School Bellemoor Road , Shirley SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,077 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 1,893 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,807 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 3,213 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 | 617 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 2,767 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 4,851 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 | 178 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 1,305 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Polygon School Handel Terrace , SO15 2FH | 3out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 1,500 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 1,709 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 462 yd | |
| Buffet Belle | 58 Marshall Square, Southampton | 472 yd | |
| Cafe At The Hawthorns | The Hawthorns Urban Wildlife Centre, The Common | 674 yd | |
| Cowherds | The Common, Southampton | 674 yd | |
| Make & Brew | St James Road Methodist Church, 111 - 113 St James Road | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atherley Bowling Club | Atherley Bowling Club, Raymond Road | 314 yd | |
| Bassett Lawn Tennis Club | 124-142 Wilton Road, Southampton | 743 yd | |
| Bellemoor Tavern | 250 Hill Lane, Southampton | 910 yd | |
| Rio's | 289 Shirley Road, Southampton | 931 yd | |
| New Century Bingo | 309 - 311 Shirley Road, Freemantle | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amins Kitchen | Atherley Bowling Club, Hill Lane | 187 yd | |
| Tasty Curry | 5 St. James Road, Southampton | 455 yd | |
| St. James Fish Bar | 17 St. James Road, Southampton | 455 yd | |
| Imli | 15 St. James Road, Southampton | 455 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 65 The Avenue, Southampton | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative | 32 Archers Road, Southampton | 835 yd | |
| Lidl | Banister Road, Southampton | 887 yd | |
| Co-Operative | 195 - 197 Shirley Road, Southampton | 956 yd | |
| Twoj Sklep Foods | Rear of, 349 - 353 Shirley Road | 1,055 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 349 - 353 Shirley Road, Southampton | 1,055 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Atherley Bowling Club HILL LANE | indoor bowls | 192 yd |
| King Edward Vi School WILTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 264 yd |
| South Hants Lawn Tennis Club SOUTH HANTS LAWN TENNIS CLUB SOUTH HANTS LAWN TENNIS CLUB NORTHLANDS ROAD | tennis courts | 446 yd |
| Bassett Lawn Tennis Club 124-142 124-142 WILTON ROAD | tennis courts | 650 yd |
| Richard Taunton College HILL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 697 yd |
| Banister Primary School ARCHERS ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 705 yd |
| Malmesbury Road Playing Fields FORMER CIVIL SERVICE CLUB SPORTS GROUND FORMER CIVIL SERVICE CLUB SPORTS GROUND MALMESBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 709 yd |
| Springhill Rc Primary School MILTON ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 895 yd |
| Freemantle United Reformed Church Shirley Road | 926 yd | |
| St Annes Catholic School CARLTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,055 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 | 61 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 250.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 192.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.