Channels Farm Road is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO16 2PF is located in the Swaythling electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Romsey and Southampton North. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Channels Farm Road, Southampton, SO16 2PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO16 2PE, SO16 2PD, SO16 2PB, SO16 3DJ, SO16 2PL, SO16 2PA, SO16 3DH, SO16 2PG, SO16 2NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO16 2PF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 50% | 52.8% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 50% | 47.2% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 SO16 2PF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% 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 | 26.2% | 27.2% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 56.5% | 1.7% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 8.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 40.9% | 47.4% | 6.5% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 35.2% | -6.4% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 13.2% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 3.8% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23% | 19.1% | -3.9% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 6.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 13% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 5.7% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 19.5% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.2% | 31.3% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 8.1% | 4.5% | -3.6% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 5.4% | 8% | 2.6% | 3.1% | 4.9% |
| Pakistani | 3% | 5.6% | 2.6% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Other Asian | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 1% | -1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 83.4% | 74.9% | -8.5% | 81.4% | -6.5% |
| Other | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 77.5% 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 | 83.1% | 77.5% | -5.6% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| European Union | 6.1% | 8.1% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 4.4% | 4.2% | -0.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 8.8% | 3.7% | 5.6% | 3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.8% | 77.5% | -5.3% | 83.2% | -5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 16.9% | 15.5% | 9.8% | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 3.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 12.8% | 0.4% | -12.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| Italy | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 43.9% | 46.2% | -2.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.8% | 1.7% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 10.5% | 6.5% | 4.0% |
| Sikh | 7% | 0.9% | 6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Channels Farm Road was 26.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 63.5% lower than the Swaythling average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Channels Farm Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Swaythling and the 85th lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Channels Farm Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2025-02-05 | £478,525 |
| 7 Channels Farm Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2023-02-02 | £457,477 |
| 55 Channels Farm Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2022-11-09 | £530,991 |
| 53 Channels Farm Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-06-30 | £371,847 |
| 33 Channels Farm Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,500 | 2021-03-15 | £407,451 |
SO16 2PF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SO16 2PF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 826 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mansbridge Primary School Octavia Road , Swaythling SO18 2LX | 3out of 4 | 903 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bassett Green Primary School Honeysuckle Road , Bassett SO16 3BZ | 2out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swaythling Primary School Mayfield Road , SO17 3SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoneham Park Academy 21 Whieldon Way , North Stoneham SO50 9SB | - not rated | 1,514 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portswood Primary School Somerset Road , SO17 3AA | 4out of 4 | 1,730 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 374 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 1,609 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park School Dimond Road , Bitterne Park SO18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 1,869 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 3,891 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 4,127 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 2,426 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 2,610 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 3,654 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 4,619 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 5,110 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southampton Highfield , SO17 1BJ | - not rated | 1,652 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg School Townhill Park House , Cutbush Lane SO18 2GF | - not rated | 2,049 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oaks School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 2,420 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vermont School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 2,899 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| HAMPSHIRE FOOTBALL ASSOC. LTD | STONEHAM LANE FOOTBALL COMPLEX, STONEHAM LANE, EASTLEIGH, SO16 2PA | 141 yd | |
| BTC Sports Club | Stoneham Lane, Southampton | 141 yd | |
| Round About Café | 12 Westfield Corner, Wide Lane | 388 yd | |
| Cafe @No.6 | 6 Market Buildings, High Road | 407 yd | |
| Hot and Tasty | 5 Westbrook Way, Southampton | 468 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fleming Arms | Wide Lane, Southampton | 338 yd | |
| Connaught Hall Bar | Connaught Hall Of Residence, Wessex Lane | 673 yd | |
| The Boiler House | Montefiore Boiler House, Wessex Lane | 684 yd | |
| Swaythling Working Mens Club | 2 High Road, Swaythling | 823 yd | |
| The Trojans Sports Club Ltd | The Trojans Club, Stoneham Lane | 1,014 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 2 City Gateway, Thomas Lewis Way | 550 yd | |
| South Ocean | 98 High Road, Swaythling | 569 yd | |
| Goa Indian Takeaway | 66 High Road, Southampton | 607 yd | |
| Sun City | 52 High Road, Southampton | 649 yd | |
| Top Chef | 40 High Road, Swaythling | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 278 Burgess Road, Southampton | 908 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Btc Sports Club BTC SPORTS GROUND BTC SPORTS GROUND STONEHAM LANE | grass pitches | 249 yd |
| Swaythling Lawn Tennis Club ETHELBURT AVENUE | tennis courts | 340 yd |
| St George Catholic College LEASIDE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 502 yd |
| Inside Out Health & Fitness Training (Closed) 62 - 64 62 - 64 High Road | health and fitness suite | 683 yd |
| University Of Southampton (Connaught Halls Of Residence) Wessex Lane | health and fitness suite | 747 yd |
| Hardmoor Sports Ground STONEHAM LANE | grass pitches | 989 yd |
| Wellington Sports Ground WELLINGTON SPORTS GROUND WELLINGTON SPORTS GROUND STONEHAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Therapeutics TROJANS SPORTS CLUB TROJANS SPORTS CLUB STONEHAM LANE | health and fitness suite | 1,015 yd |
| Trojans Sports Club STONEHAM LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,015 yd |
| Banister Park Bowling Club STONEHAM LANE | indoor bowls | 1,093 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 | 49.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 164 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.