Curlew Close is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO16 8EY is located in the Coxford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Test. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Curlew Close, Southampton, SO16 8EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO16 8EZ, SO16 8FD, SO16 8EX, SO16 8EU, SO16 8FB, SO16 8HS, SO16 8ET, SO16 8HR, SO16 8ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO16 8EY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.2% | 51.3% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.8% | 48.7% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 8EY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% 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 | 27.4% | 26% | -1.4% | 37.9% | -11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 61.3% | 3.8% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 7.1% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 3% | 4.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 45.9% | 46.4% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 37.2% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 12.6% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.3% | 10.7% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 10.7% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 12.2% | -5.1% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 10.7% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 20% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.7% | 30.4% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 4.9% | 5.2% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Indian | 2.6% | 6.6% | 4.0% | 3.1% | 3.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 88.5% | 85.5% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 4.1% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 87.4% 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 | 90.9% | 87.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.9% | 7.3% | 1.4% | 5.6% | 1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 87.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 10.4% | 8.6% | 9.8% | 0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Curlew Close was 105.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.4% higher than the Coxford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Curlew Close has the 16th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Coxford and the 302nd highest crime rate of 724 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Curlew Close, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-07-25 | £318,281 |
| 14 Curlew Close, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2025-01-14 | £347,477 |
| 1 Curlew Close, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-05-01 | £350,879 |
| 6 Curlew Close, Southampton, Southampton Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-03-20 | £362,353 |
| 8 Curlew Close, Southampton, Southampton Terraced, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2022-07-15 | £341,885 |
SO16 8EY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SO16 8EY 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 | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 22 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 1,683 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 | 3,489 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Infant School Sandpiper Road , SO16 8FD | - not rated | 120 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Primary School Sandpiper Road , SO16 8FD | 3out of 4 | 120 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sinclair Infant and Nursery School Sinclair Road , Lordshill SO16 8GF | - not rated | 734 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sinclair Junior School Sinclair Road , SO16 8GF | - not rated | 734 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sinclair Primary and Nursery School - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools Sinclair Road , Lordshill SO16 8GF | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,915 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wimpson Middle School Helvellyn Road , Millbrook SO16 4AS | - not rated | 3,065 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundry Lane Middle School Foundry Lane , SO15 3JT | - not rated | 3,131 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Community School Fairisle Road , Lordshill SO16 8BY | - not rated | 1,405 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 1out of 4 | 1,908 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Community School Green Lane , Maybush SO16 9RG | - not rated | 1,912 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Shirley SO15 7QU | - not rated | 2,038 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 2,038 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,567 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 2,567 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 | 3,616 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Free School Aldermoor Road , SO16 5NA | 4out of 4 | 716 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Free School 300 Aldermoor Road , Bradbury Centre SO16 5NA | - not rated | 716 yd | Non-maintained special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Compass Centre Warren Avenue , Shirley Warren SO16 6AH | - not rated | 1,464 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tremona Road Children's Centre at Burseldon House 119 Tremona Road , Shirley Warren SO16 6HU | - not rated | 1,615 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 1,617 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood School | 300 Aldermoor Road, Southampton | 714 yd | |
| Cafe 153 - King's Church | 414 Coxford Road, Southampton | 794 yd | |
| Alf's Kebab | 28 Holly Oak Road, Southampton | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kuti's Express | 241 Aldermoor Road, Southampton | 604 yd | |
| The Big Catch | 245 Aldermoor Road, Southampton | 604 yd | |
| Eastern House | 24 Hollyoak Road, Southampton | 978 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Primary School SANDPIPER ROAD | grass pitches | 125 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 | 179.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 211.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.