Kendal Avenue is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO16 9ND 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 Kendal Avenue, Southampton, SO16 9ND and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO16 4AG, SO16 4AP, SO16 9DF, SO16 4AQ, SO16 9BY, SO16 9DJ, SO16 4HY, SO16 9BX, SO16 4AF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO16 9ND is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.8% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.2% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SO16 9ND, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.2% | 49.8% | 10.6% | 37.9% | 11.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33% | 26.7% | -6.3% | 44.2% | -17.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.5% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 12.8% | -1.7% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 7.4% | -1.9% | 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 | 41.6% | 43.1% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -5.3% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 31.9% | 0.8% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 17.7% | 15% | -2.7% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 7.3% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 9ND this area, 29.4% 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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.6% | 29.4% | -10.2% | 18.2% | 11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.9% | 13.9% | -9.0% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 15.5% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 7.3% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 12.7% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.2% | 18.8% | 12.6% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 95.7% | 89.9% | -5.8% | 81.4% | 8.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 84.7% 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 | 95.4% | 84.7% | -10.7% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| European Union | 1% | 10.2% | 9.2% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 | 94.4% | 84.4% | -10.0% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.2% | 9.2% | 9.8% | -0.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.6% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 57.1% | 76.7% | -19.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 6.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53% | 37.2% | 15.8% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kendal Avenue was 158.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.5% higher than the Millbrook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kendal Avenue has the 21st highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Millbrook and the 187th highest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Kendal Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2022-04-25 | £109,062 |
| 26 Kendal Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-02-11 | £118,217 |
| 34 Kendal Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2019-09-19 | £208,405 |
| 34 Kendal Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2016-03-11 | £179,527 |
| 20 Kendal Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2007-06-15 | £116,316 |
SO16 9ND 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Other | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mason Moor Primary School Helvellyn Road , Millbrook SO16 4AS | 3out of 4 | 384 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newlands Primary School Windermere Avenue , Millbrook SO16 9QX | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Primary School Studland Road , Millbrook SO16 9BB | 3out of 4 | 704 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanners Brook Primary School Elmes Drive , Millbrook SO15 4PF | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansel Park Primary School Culver Close , Porlock Road SO16 9HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,058 yd | Community 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 | 644 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 1,507 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Testwood School Testwood Lane , Totton SO40 3ZW | 3out of 4 | 2,655 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 2,781 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 | 3,175 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 5,347 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,426 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| GLADE School 49 Junction Road , Totton SO40 3BU | - not rated | 2,285 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 2,432 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Assure Community College Unit 4 Northbrook Industrial Estate , Hollybrook Road SO16 6PB | - not rated | 2,728 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jays Cafe | Selco Builders Warehouse, Unit 1 Endeavour Park | 579 yd | |
| Adem's Cafe Ltd | Southampton Harley Davidson, Heritage House | 583 yd | |
| Ten Pin | Auckland Road, Southampton | 630 yd | |
| FireRock | First Avenue, Southampton | 658 yd | |
| Leonardo Finmeccanica | Bolyn Distribution, First Avenue | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bricklayers Arms | 165 Wimpson Lane, Southampton | 301 yd | |
| Holy Family Church Social Club | The Presbytery, Redbridge Hill | 820 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti House | 36 Windrush Road, Southampton | 385 yd | |
| Star Fish Bar | 98 Kendal Avenue, Southampton | 571 yd | |
| Golden Pool | 102 Kendal Avenue, Southampton | 571 yd | |
| Aroma Kitchen | 86 Oakley Road, Southampton | 975 yd | |
| Roberto's Pizza | 166 Windermere Avenue, Southampton | 1,062 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 8 Wimpson Lane, Southampton | 197 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi Foodstore, Auckland Road | 642 yd | |
| Tesco | Tebourba Way, Southampton | 928 yd | |
| Asda Express Southampton - Millbrook Road West PFS | Millbrook Road West, Southampton | 1,063 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Green Park GREEN PARK GREEN PARK KENDAL AVENUE | grass pitches | 226 yd |
| Newlands Primary School WINDERMERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Tanners Brook Primary School ELMES DRIVE | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Redbridge Community School CUCKMERE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 766 yd |
| Studland Road Playing Field (Closed) Studland Road | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Mansel Park Kendal Avenue | grass pitches | 1,011 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 | 57.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 77.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.