Winchester Road is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO16 7BH 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 Winchester Road, Southampton, SO16 7BH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO16 7BD, SO16 7BG, SO16 7BJ, SO16 7BL, SO16 7EG, SO16 7DA, SO16 7DD, SO16 7NB, SO16 7BN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SO16 7BH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 51.1% | 49.4% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.6% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 7BH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.1% 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 | 27.9% | 25.1% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 58.1% | 1.0% | 44.2% | 13.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 7.5% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 7.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 | 49.3% | 50.7% | 1.4% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 33.5% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 11% | 9.6% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 4% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 17.5% | 11.9% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 10.6% | 3.1% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 10.1% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 19.8% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.8% | 42.3% | 1.5% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 4% | 5.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | 2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.9% | 90.4% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 89.7% | 89.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 5.9% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4% | 1.1% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.7% | 89.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.4% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.1% | 0.4% | -7.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.6% | 37.2% | -6.6% |
| Christian | 52.4% | 46.2% | 6.2% |
| Hindu | 3.7% | 1.7% | 2.0% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winchester Road was 38.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.5% lower than the Bassett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Winchester Road has the 30th lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Bassett and the 148th lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 447A Winchester Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £344,350 | 2024-05-30 | £348,384 |
| 447B Winchester Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2022-09-30 | £373,596 |
| 451 Winchester Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2019-03-22 | £549,200 |
| 451 Winchester Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2015-10-23 | £389,675 |
| 449 Winchester Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £327,000 | 2014-09-18 | £468,552 |
SO16 7BH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 7BH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 2,107 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hollybrook Infant School Seagarth Close , SO16 6RN | 3out of 4 | 614 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollybrook Junior School Seagarth Lane , SO16 6RL | 3out of 4 | 644 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Church of England Primary School Hawthorn Road , Highfield SO17 1PX | 4out of 4 | 1,260 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Infant School Wilton Road , SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Junior School Bellemoor Road , Shirley SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,228 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,623 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 2,805 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 2,867 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 | 1,395 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 4,430 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 4,742 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 5,140 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 448 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oaks School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 1,151 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Free School Aldermoor Road , SO16 5NA | 4out of 4 | 1,209 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Southampton Highfield , SO17 1BJ | - not rated | 1,415 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mealbox | Flat 10 Surrey Point, 387 - 389 Winchester Road | 294 yd | |
| Hampshire Autistic Society | Armstrong House, 3A Bassett Avenue | 424 yd | |
| Jehangir Tandoori Take Away | 349 Winchester Road, Southampton | 509 yd | |
| Uni of Southampton Catering Dept. | Boldrewood Campus, University of Southampton | 637 yd | |
| The View | The Sporting View, Thornhill Road | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malvern Tavern | 290 Winchester Road, Southampton | 1,001 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardamom Kitchen | 361 Winchester Road, Southampton | 509 yd | |
| Bassett Pizza & Chicken | 359 Winchester Road, Southampton | 509 yd | |
| Crave | 365 Winchester Road, Southampton | 509 yd | |
| BurgerLAB | 27 Burgess Road, Southampton | 543 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Lordswood Road, Southampton | 641 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge Community Pool VERMONT CLOSE | swimming pool | 351 yd |
| Vermont School VERMONT CLOSE | grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Outdoor Sports Centre THE SPORTS CENTRE THE SPORTS CENTRE THORNHILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 681 yd |
| Alpine Snowsports Centre Southampton THORNHILL ROAD | ski slopes | 689 yd |
| Southampton City Golf Course SOUTHAMPTON GOLF COURSE SOUTHAMPTON GOLF COURSE GOLF COURSE ROAD | golf | 964 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 | 350 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 281.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.