Carnation Road is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO16 3JY 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 Carnation Road, Southampton, SO16 3JY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO16 3JW, SO16 3LA, SO16 3JZ, SO16 3NB, SO16 3JX, SO16 3JT, SO16 3ND, SO16 3JS, SO16 3JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SO16 3JY has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% of residents 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 | 47.8% | 47.2% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 52.2% | 52.8% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SO16 3JY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.2% 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 | 38% | 50.2% | 12.2% | 37.9% | 12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 31.7% | -10.6% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 3.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 10.8% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 3.6% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 43.6% | 41.7% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 34% | 41.1% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 11.3% | -5.4% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.1% | -1.3% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 SO16 3JY this area, 31.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 12.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 31.9% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 13.7% | -6.0% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.1% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.4% | 5.6% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 14.5% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 12.5% | 0.5% | 33.8% | -21.3% |
| Other | 7.7% | 5.6% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 4.2% | 3.4% | -0.8% | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 90.7% | 82.8% | -7.9% | 81.4% | 1.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
In this area, 79.6% 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 | 87.8% | 79.6% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -3.6% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 12.9% | 7.5% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.8% | 5.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | 0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.2% | 80.1% | -7.1% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.8% | 10.1% | 6.3% | 9.8% | 0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 5.1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.1% | 76.7% | -19.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Poland | 8.2% | 1.3% | 6.9% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 25.4% | 13.5% | 11.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 43.4% | 46.2% | -2.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 5.3% | 6.5% | -1.2% |
| Sikh | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carnation Road was 147.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 109.8% higher than the Bassett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carnation Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 81 local areas in Bassett and the 217th highest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Carnation Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2019-10-10 | £210,391 |
| 5 Carnation Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2015-11-25 | £205,297 |
| 17 Carnation Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2014-03-28 | £226,100 |
| 1A Carnation Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £136,500 | 2011-12-16 | £233,690 |
| 5 Carnation Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2005-03-31 | £227,251 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 301 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bassett Green Primary School Honeysuckle Road , Bassett SO16 3BZ | 2out of 4 | 471 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swaythling Primary School Mayfield Road , SO17 3SZ | 3out of 4 | 809 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Church of England Primary School Hawthorn Road , Highfield SO17 1PX | 4out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portswood Primary School Somerset Road , SO17 3AA | 4out of 4 | 1,477 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansbridge Primary School Octavia Road , Swaythling SO18 2LX | 3out of 4 | 1,766 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 623 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park School Dimond Road , Bitterne Park SO18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 2,342 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 2,986 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 3,622 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | 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 | 2,831 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 3,043 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 3,365 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 4,848 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 4,961 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 | 942 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oaks School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vermont School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 1,529 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 2,343 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg School Townhill Park House , Cutbush Lane SO18 2GF | - not rated | 2,822 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sure Start | Bassett Green Primary School, Honeysuckle Road | 410 yd | |
| Kittys Vintage Teas | 81 Ethelburt Avenue, Southampton | 420 yd | |
| Burger King | Burgess Road, Southampton | 528 yd | |
| Uni Kebab | 220 Burgess Road, Southampton | 536 yd | |
| Chef China | 200B Burgess Road, Southampton | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar SO16 | 228A Burgess Road, Southampton | 543 yd | |
| Glen Eyre Bar | Glen Eyre Road, Southampton | 885 yd | |
| Swaythling Working Mens Club | 2 High Road, Swaythling | 1,019 yd | |
| The Boiler House | Montefiore Boiler House, Wessex Lane | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pizza Plug Ltd | 17 Bassett Green Village, Southampton | 213 yd | |
| Bassett Green Fish Bar | 109 Bassett Green Road, Southampton | 271 yd | |
| Afiyet Oglum | 190 Burgess Road, Bassett | 543 yd | |
| Chan's | 194 Burgess Road, Southampton | 546 yd | |
| Chinese Noodle Bar | 196 Burgess Road, Southampton | 546 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 218 Burgess Road, Southampton | 546 yd | |
| Tesco | 278 Burgess Road, Southampton | 642 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Swaythling Lawn Tennis Club ETHELBURT AVENUE | tennis courts | 668 yd |
| Cantell School VIOLET ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 678 yd |
| St George Catholic College LEASIDE WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 713 yd |
| University Of Southampton (Glen Eyre Halls Of Residence) GLEN EYRE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 879 yd |
| Inside Out Health & Fitness Training (Closed) 62 - 64 62 - 64 High Road | health and fitness suite | 912 yd |
| Stoneham Golf Club MONKS WOOD CLOSE | golf | 922 yd |
| University Of Southampton (Jubilee Sports Centre) University of Southampton University of Southampton University Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 931 yd |
| Btc Sports Club BTC SPORTS GROUND BTC SPORTS GROUND STONEHAM LANE | grass pitches | 1,059 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 293.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.