Mansel Road East is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO16 9DU is located in the Millbrook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Test. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mansel Road East, Southampton, SO16 9DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO16 9EP, SO16 9ER, SO16 9EL, SO16 9EN, SO16 9DW, SO16 9EQ, SO16 9EJ, SO16 9DY, SO16 9DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO16 9DU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.7% | 50.6% | 2.9% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 52.3% | 49.4% | -2.9% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 38.3% | 40.9% | 2.6% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.1% | 44.2% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 7.4% | -3.0% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 43.8% | 44.7% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -3.7% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 35.6% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 13.3% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.9% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 9DU this area, 28.8% 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 13.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.1% | 28.8% | -0.3% | 18.2% | 10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 15% | -5.4% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 17.9% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 15% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 13.8% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -20.0% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.9% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.1% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 93.8% | 87.4% | -6.4% | 81.4% | 6.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
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 | 91.6% | 87.4% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 4.9% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 5.8% | 5.5% | 5.6% | 0.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 91.2% | 87.1% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.7% | 9.7% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.6% | 0.6% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.3% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 38.1% | 46.2% | -8.1% |
| Muslim | 7.1% | 6.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mansel Road East was 216.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.0% higher than the Millbrook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mansel Road East has the 13th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Millbrook and the 125th highest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Mansel Road East, Southampton, Southampton Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2019-08-30 | £290,827 |
| 65 Mansel Road East, Southampton, Southampton Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2018-09-11 | £232,509 |
| 77 Mansel Road East, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2015-12-03 | £116,737 |
| 65 Mansel Road East, Southampton, Southampton Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2009-05-22 | £237,475 |
| 77 Mansel Road East, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2006-03-24 | £117,538 |
SO16 9DU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newlands Primary School Windermere Avenue , Millbrook SO16 9QX | 3out of 4 | 305 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Primary School Studland Road , Millbrook SO16 9BB | 3out of 4 | 547 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansel Park Primary School Culver Close , Porlock Road SO16 9HZ | 3out of 4 | 554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mason Moor Primary School Helvellyn Road , Millbrook SO16 4AS | 3out of 4 | 697 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School Mansel Road West , Millbrook SO16 9LP | 4out of 4 | 874 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 712 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Testwood School Testwood Lane , Totton SO40 3ZW | 3out of 4 | 2,506 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 2,791 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 | 3,257 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compass School Green Lane , Millbrook SO16 9FQ | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 1,904 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 2,052 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| GLADE School 49 Junction Road , Totton SO40 3BU | - not rated | 2,357 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 2,656 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Snug@Fleek | 162 Windermere Avenue, Southampton | 533 yd | |
| Cafe Revive, Millbrook | Colne Avenue Baptist Church, Colne Avenue | 672 yd | |
| The Hub Snack Bar | Testlands Hub, Green Lane | 827 yd | |
| Southampton City Farm (Cafe) | Southampton City Farm, Green Lane | 827 yd | |
| Jays Cafe | Selco Builders Warehouse, Unit 1 Endeavour Park | 943 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bricklayers Arms | 165 Wimpson Lane, Southampton | 381 yd | |
| Holy Family Church Social Club | The Presbytery, Redbridge Hill | 594 yd | |
| The Saints | Mansel Road West, Southampton | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti House | 36 Windrush Road, Southampton | 157 yd | |
| Star Fish Bar | 98 Kendal Avenue, Southampton | 432 yd | |
| Golden Pool | 102 Kendal Avenue, Southampton | 432 yd | |
| Roberto's Pizza | 166 Windermere Avenue, Southampton | 529 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 54 Mercator Close, Southampton | 964 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 8 Wimpson Lane, Southampton | 730 yd | |
| Tesco | Tebourba Way, Southampton | 1,040 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newlands Primary School WINDERMERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 288 yd |
| Mansel Park Kendal Avenue | grass pitches | 508 yd |
| Green Park GREEN PARK GREEN PARK KENDAL AVENUE | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| Studland Road Playing Field (Closed) Studland Road | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Mansel Park Primary School CULVER CLOSE | grass pitches | 724 yd |
| Redbridge Community School CUCKMERE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 736 yd |
| Test Park Sports Ground UNIT 5 UNIT 5 TEST LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,037 yd |
| The Compass School Pitches GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 378.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 195.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.