Dale Road is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO16 6QH is located in the Bassett 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 Dale Road, Southampton, SO16 6QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO16 6QF, SO16 6QN, SO16 6QG, SO16 6PN, SO16 6HN, SO16 6QQ, SO16 6PS, SO16 6HP, SO16 6PT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO16 6QH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.5% 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 | 52.1% | 52.5% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 1.5% |
| Male | 47.9% | 47.5% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.1% | 40.4% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.8% | 46.6% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 2.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 6.5% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 5.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.1%) 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 | 50% | 50.4% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 36.7% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 9.7% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 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.
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 43.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 12.2% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 10% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 9.7% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 6.1% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 16.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 43.7% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 9.9% |
| Other | 7% | 1.8% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 71.3% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 6% | 8.2% | 2.2% | 3.1% | 5.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 4.8% | 10.2% | 5.4% | 1.6% | 8.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 83.4% | 71.3% | -12.1% | 81.4% | -10.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.2% | 2.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 60.3% 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 | 75.3% | 60.3% | -15.0% | 83.2% | -22.9% |
| European Union | 11.4% | 17.1% | 5.7% | 6.1% | 11.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.6% | 17.7% | 8.1% | 5.6% | 12.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 75.3% | 61% | -14.3% | 83.2% | -22.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 17% | 13.7% | 9.8% | 7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.7% | 8.8% | 3.1% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 9% | 5% | -4.0% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 8.2% | 1.6% | 1.9% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.3% | 76.7% | -12.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 7.8% | 1.3% | 6.5% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Southern Asia | 2.3% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 6.7% | 0.2% | 6.5% |
| No passport held | 7.8% | 13.5% | -5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dale Road was 6.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.4% lower than the Bassett average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Dale Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Bassett and the 7th lowest crime rate of 723 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% 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 Dale Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-03-14 | £383,604 |
| 36 Dale Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-05-09 | £366,504 |
| 30 Dale Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-07-15 | £345,433 |
| 28 Dale Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2019-09-19 | £271,225 |
| 40 Dale Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2015-10-16 | £373,986 |
* Results apply to the surrounding postcode area, not to a specific property.
The area around Dale Road, Southampton, SO16 6QH has very low flood risk from rivers and the sea.
1 of 7 properties (14.29%) in this postcode have some level of river or sea flood risk.
River and sea flooding includes flooding caused by overflowing rivers, estuaries, tidal waters and coastal surges.
The area around Dale Road, Southampton, SO16 6QH has very low surface water flood risk.
1 of 7 properties (14.29%) in this postcode have some level of surface water flood risk.
Surface water flooding can happen when heavy rainfall overwhelms drains, roads, gardens or other hard surfaces.
SO16 6QH 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 | 138 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 43 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldermoor Early Years Centre Fairisle Road , Lords Hill SO16 8BY | - not rated | 2,353 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hardmoor Nursery & Early Years Centre - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools Leaside Way , Bassett Green SO16 3EP | 3out of 4 | 3,596 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 5LA | - not rated | 391 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Junior School Bellemoor Road , Shirley SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 391 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Junior School Bellemoor Road , SO15 5XE | - not rated | 391 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Infant School Bellemoor Road , SO15 5XE | - not rated | 391 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wordsworth Primary School Stratton Road , Shirley SO15 5RA | - not rated | 699 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shirley Warren Middle School Warren Crescent , SO16 6AY | - not rated | 764 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundry Lane Middle School Foundry Lane , SO15 3JT | - not rated | 1,455 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimpson Middle School Helvellyn Road , Millbrook SO16 4AS | - not rated | 2,015 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Shirley SO15 7QU | - not rated | 498 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 498 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | - not rated | 1,307 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 1,307 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 1out of 4 | 1,888 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 | 1,076 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 1,076 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 4,229 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mark's Church of England School Stafford Road , Shirley SO15 5TE | 3out of 4 | 1,863 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tremona Road Children's Centre at Burseldon House 119 Tremona Road , Shirley Warren SO16 6HU | - not rated | 274 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 306 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tremona Road Hospital and Home Education Service , Southampton General Hospital SO16 6HU | - not rated | 306 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 357 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Compass Centre Warren Avenue , Shirley Warren SO16 6AH | - not rated | 845 yd | Pupil referral unit | 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 | 190 yd | |
| Oasis Tea Bar | Level F, Southampton General Hospital | 504 yd | |
| League Of Friends Shop | Unit 5 Hollybrook Arcade, Southampton General Hospital | 504 yd | |
| LoF Eye Unit Tea Bar | Southampton General Hospital, Tremona Road | 504 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 2 Hollybrook Arcade, Southampton General Hospital | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malvern Tavern | 290 Winchester Road, Southampton | 566 yd | |
| Pirrie Park Bowling Club | 78A Wilton Crescent, Southampton | 623 yd | |
| Ice House | 180 Warren Avenue, Southampton | 659 yd | |
| Griffin Bar & Grill | 35 - 37 Anglesea Road, Southampton | 776 yd | |
| Shirley And Millbrook Conservative Club | 22 Anglesea Road, Southampton | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peking House | 276 Winchester Road, Southampton | 368 yd | |
| Bangla Balti House | 278 Winchester Road, Southampton | 368 yd | |
| Lucky House | 113 Warren Avenue, Southampton | 630 yd | |
| The Giddy Kipper | 11 Warren Avenue, Southampton | 871 yd | |
| Raj of Shirley Tandoori | 19 Romsey Road, Southampton | 876 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks and Spencer | 233 - 235 Winchester Road, Southampton | 365 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 1 Redcar Street, Southampton | 864 yd | |
| Iceland | 114 - 120 Shirley High Street, Southampton | 955 yd | |
| Tesco | Lordswood Road, Southampton | 1,013 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (Southampton - Shirley) WINCHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 359 yd |
| St James Park ST. JAMES PARK ST. JAMES PARK ST. JAMES ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 437 yd |
| Upper Shirley High Bellemoor Road | health and fitness suite | 462 yd |
| Wordsworth Primary School VICTOR STREET | grass pitches | 743 yd |
| Exile Gym REDCAR STREET | 920 yd | |
| Bassett Lawn Tennis Club 124-142 124-142 WILTON ROAD | tennis courts | 940 yd |
| Shirley Ponds Recreation Ground Winchester Road | cycling | 958 yd |
| Coxford Community Centre Olive Road | 1,032 yd | |
| Olive Road Open Space (Closed) Olive Road | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Studio Red Fitness PARK STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,038 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 with Next Generation Access (NGA) | 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% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive decent broadband from fixed or FWA | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises able to receive decent broadband from FWA | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 125 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 347.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 267.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband coverage statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2026 dataset. Broadband performance statistics are based on Ofcom's Connected Nations 2023 postcode-level performance data.