Pentire Avenue is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO15 7RS 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 Pentire Avenue, Southampton, SO15 7RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO15 7RT, SO15 7RP, SO15 7RQ, SO15 7RL, SO15 7RN, SO15 7RR, SO15 7RH, SO15 7RF, SO15 7QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO15 7RS is primarily male, with 53.3% 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 | 49.7% | 46.7% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 53.3% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SO15 7RS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.5% 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 | 33.2% | 42.5% | 9.3% | 37.9% | 4.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.6% | 44.8% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 0.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 5.8% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
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.
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 | 54.5% | 57.9% | 3.4% | 48.4% | 9.5% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 31.5% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 8.7% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
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 44.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.1% | 10.8% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 8.5% | 0.8% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 11.2% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 18.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.1% | 44.2% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 10.4% |
| Other | 10.8% | 1.9% | -8.9% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 10.3% | 13.1% | 2.8% | 3.1% | 10.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 80.6% | 78.2% | -2.4% | 81.4% | -3.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.6% | -1.7% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 70.7% 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 | 74.2% | 70.7% | -3.5% | 83.2% | -12.5% |
| European Union | 13.3% | 16.5% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 10.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.9% | 6.9% | -1.0% | 5.6% | 1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73% | 70.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | -13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 4.5% | 15.4% | 10.9% | 9.8% | 5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.7% | 8% | 1.3% | 2.9% | 5.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 10% | 4.6% | -5.4% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 1.9% | -3.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.6% | 76.7% | -5.1% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 7.1% | 1.3% | 5.8% |
| Romania | 4.3% | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.8% | 13.5% | -6.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 7.5% | 0.9% | 6.6% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pentire Avenue was 160.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.8% higher than the Shirley average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Pentire Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Shirley and the 184th highest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 66.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Pentire Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2024-11-11 | £407,071 |
| 46 Pentire Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £602,750 | 2024-06-07 | £614,754 |
| 18 Pentire Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2023-05-11 | £442,097 |
| 60 Pentire Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2023-01-18 | £505,960 |
| 42 Pentire Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £579,995 | 2022-04-22 | £606,160 |
SO15 7RS 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 | 120 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| 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 | 3,199 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 | 329 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Junior School Bellemoor Road , Shirley SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 329 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollybrook Junior School Seagarth Lane , SO16 6RL | 3out of 4 | 580 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollybrook Infant School Seagarth Close , SO16 6RN | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wordsworth Primary School Victor Street , Shirley SO15 5LH | 3out of 4 | 991 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 | 111 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 1,669 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 2,312 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,319 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 2,368 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 | 656 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 3,919 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 337 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 794 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI School Wilton Road , SO15 5UQ | - not rated | 1,026 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Free School Aldermoor Road , SO16 5NA | 4out of 4 | 1,235 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vermont School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 1,617 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Range Coffee Shop | The Range, 230 - 234 Winchester Road | 414 yd | |
| Jehangir Tandoori Take Away | 349 Winchester Road, Southampton | 686 yd | |
| Make & Brew | St James Road Methodist Church, 111 - 113 St James Road | 792 yd | |
| Mealbox | Flat 10 Surrey Point, 387 - 389 Winchester Road | 894 yd | |
| Hello Coffee | 7 St James Road, Southampton | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pirrie Park Bowling Club | 78A Wilton Crescent, Southampton | 277 yd | |
| Malvern Tavern | 290 Winchester Road, Southampton | 340 yd | |
| Bellemoor Tavern | 250 Hill Lane, Southampton | 445 yd | |
| Bassett Lawn Tennis Club | 124-142 Wilton Road, Southampton | 541 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peking House | 276 Winchester Road, Southampton | 290 yd | |
| Bangla Balti House | 278 Winchester Road, Southampton | 290 yd | |
| BurgerLAB | 27 Burgess Road, Southampton | 637 yd | |
| Cardamom Kitchen | 361 Winchester Road, Southampton | 686 yd | |
| Bassett Pizza & Chicken | 359 Winchester Road, Southampton | 686 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks and Spencer | 233 - 235 Winchester Road, Southampton | 246 yd | |
| Tesco | Lordswood Road, Southampton | 843 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Shirley High Bellemoor Road | health and fitness suite | 165 yd |
| Pure Gym (Southampton - Shirley) WINCHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 246 yd |
| Richard Taunton College HILL LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 528 yd |
| Bassett Lawn Tennis Club 124-142 124-142 WILTON ROAD | tennis courts | 622 yd |
| St James Park ST. JAMES PARK ST. JAMES PARK ST. JAMES ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 648 yd |
| King Edward Vi School WILTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 910 yd |
| Wordsworth Primary School VICTOR STREET | grass pitches | 1,039 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 359.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 303.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.