Pointout Road is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO16 7DN 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 Pointout Road, Southampton, SO16 7DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO16 7DL, SO16 7LU, SO16 7DE, SO16 7LS, SO16 7BA, SO16 7BF, SO16 7AJ, SO16 7NT, SO16 7DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO16 7DN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.3% | 51.5% | 5.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 53.7% | 48.5% | -5.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 40.1% | 36% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 43% | 3.2% | 44.2% | -1.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8% | 8.4% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 10.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 54.8% | 53.9% | -0.9% | 48.4% | 5.5% |
| Good health | 31% | 29.8% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 8.2% | 13.4% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 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.
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 53.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.4% | 10% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.7% | 5.9% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.7% | 9.7% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 9.7% | -0.7% | 16.9% | -7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 54.5% | 53.6% | -0.9% | 33.8% | 19.8% |
| Other | 2.7% | 6.2% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 3.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 3.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% |
| Chinese | 2% | 0.3% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 4.7% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 3.1% |
| Black African | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 2.5% | 0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 83% | 75.7% | -7.3% | 81.4% | -5.7% |
| Arab | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.7% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 68.9% 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 | 77.3% | 68.9% | -8.4% | 83.2% | -14.3% |
| European Union | 7.4% | 14.1% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.4% | 10.2% | 2.8% | 5.6% | 4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| 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 | 75.6% | 68.7% | -6.9% | 83.2% | -14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 5.1% | 13.4% | 8.3% | 9.8% | 3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.8% | 9.3% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 6.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.3% | 3.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 5.1% | -3.1% | 1.9% | 3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68% | 76.7% | -8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Portugal | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| North Africa | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.9% | 37.2% | -4.3% |
| Christian | 48.7% | 46.2% | 2.5% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Sikh | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pointout Road was 43.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.4% lower than the Bassett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pointout Road has the 36th lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Bassett and the 174th lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 31.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Pointout Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-12-16 | £264,030 |
| 38 Pointout Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-11-18 | £352,749 |
| 36 Pointout Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £301,500 | 2022-08-31 | £302,432 |
| 28 Pointout Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £412,000 | 2022-01-19 | £423,123 |
| 30 Pointout Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-06-03 | £356,116 |
SO16 7DN 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 | 122 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 2,327 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 | 396 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hollybrook Junior School Seagarth Lane , SO16 6RL | 3out of 4 | 414 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Infant School Wilton Road , SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 1,260 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shirley Junior School Bellemoor Road , Shirley SO15 5XE | 3out of 4 | 1,260 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Church of England Primary School Hawthorn Road , Highfield SO17 1PX | 4out of 4 | 1,322 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 1,025 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 1,445 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 2,567 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 2,725 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,838 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,189 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 4,308 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 4,979 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 5,372 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 | 688 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oaks School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 722 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 920 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Free School Aldermoor Road , SO16 5NA | 4out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | 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 | 85 yd | |
| Jehangir Tandoori Take Away | 349 Winchester Road, Southampton | 276 yd | |
| Hampshire Autistic Society | Armstrong House, 3A Bassett Avenue | 617 yd | |
| The View | The Sporting View, Thornhill Road | 688 yd | |
| Uni of Southampton Catering Dept. | Boldrewood Campus, University of Southampton | 846 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malvern Tavern | 290 Winchester Road, Southampton | 769 yd | |
| Bellemoor Tavern | 250 Hill Lane, Southampton | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardamom Kitchen | 361 Winchester Road, Southampton | 276 yd | |
| Bassett Pizza & Chicken | 359 Winchester Road, Southampton | 276 yd | |
| Crave | 365 Winchester Road, Southampton | 276 yd | |
| BurgerLAB | 27 Burgess Road, Southampton | 303 yd | |
| Peking House | 276 Winchester Road, Southampton | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Lordswood Road, Southampton | 493 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Red Lodge Community Pool VERMONT CLOSE | swimming pool | 588 yd |
| Outdoor Sports Centre THE SPORTS CENTRE THE SPORTS CENTRE THORNHILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Vermont School VERMONT CLOSE | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Alpine Snowsports Centre Southampton THORNHILL ROAD | ski slopes | 826 yd |
| Upper Shirley High Bellemoor Road | health and fitness suite | 1,071 yd |
| Pure Gym (Southampton - Shirley) WINCHESTER ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,083 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 | 253 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 165 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.