Oakmount Avenue is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO17 1DR is located in the Portswood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Test. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakmount Avenue, Southampton, SO17 1DR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO17 1DS, SO17 1XB, SO17 1EF, SO17 1XD, SO17 1BX, SO17 1WD, SO17 1EE, SO17 1ED, SO17 1DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO17 1DR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 52.2% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 51.7% | 47.8% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SO17 1DR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 36.2% | 28% | -8.2% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.6% | 52.7% | 5.1% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 7.6% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 7.2% | 1.7% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47% | 58.1% | 11.1% | 48.4% | 9.7% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 28% | -10.2% | 33.6% | -5.6% |
| Fair health | 10.5% | 11.2% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 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.
In the area around SO17 1DR this area, 9.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 61.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.5% | 9.1% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.1% | 5.3% | 0.2% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.5% | 7.6% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 2.7% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 10.6% | -1.2% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.9% | 61.7% | 7.8% | 33.8% | 27.9% |
| Other | 3.9% | 3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 66.3% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3.4% | 7.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% | 6.7% |
| Indian | 5.1% | 10.2% | 5.1% | 3.1% | 7.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 79.4% | 66.3% | -13.1% | 81.4% | -15.1% |
| Arab | 2.7% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 3.7% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 60.9% 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 | 73.6% | 60.9% | -12.7% | 83.2% | -22.3% |
| European Union | 6.8% | 13.4% | 6.6% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 5.7% | 4.7% | -1.0% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.8% | 14.4% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 8.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 72.3% | 60.7% | -11.6% | 83.2% | -22.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 22.4% | 19.7% | 9.8% | 12.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.1% | 5.6% | -1.5% | 2.9% | 2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 6.5% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 14.9% | 4.7% | -10.2% | 1.9% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| France | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.4% | 1.5% | 1.9% |
| Turkey | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 3.8% | 0.1% | 3.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.1% | 13.5% | -10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.3% | 37.2% | -6.9% |
| Christian | 38.8% | 46.2% | -7.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Hindu | 5% | 1.7% | 3.3% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 10.3% | 6.5% | 3.8% |
| Sikh | 4.7% | 0.9% | 3.8% |
| Not answered | 7.8% | 6.0% | 1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakmount Avenue was 17.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.4% lower than the Bassett average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Oakmount Avenue has the 7th lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Bassett and the 42nd lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.5%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Oakmount Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £900,000 | 2022-10-28 | £873,636 |
| 14 Oakmount Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2022-07-01 | £724,238 |
| 26 Oakmount Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £835,000 | 2022-01-14 | £857,543 |
| 18 Oakmount Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2017-10-03 | £931,090 |
| 20A Oakmount Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Other, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2017-09-08 | £518,292 |
SO17 1DR 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 | 86 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| 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 | 2,386 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Church of England Primary School Hawthorn Road , Highfield SO17 1PX | 4out of 4 | 663 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bevois Town Primary School Cedar Road , SO14 6RU | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portswood Primary School Somerset Road , SO17 3AA | 4out of 4 | 1,214 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Banister Primary School Archers Road , SO15 2LS | 3out of 4 | 1,425 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Denys Primary School Dundee Road , St Denys SO17 2ND | 3out of 4 | 1,474 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 1,572 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park School Dimond Road , Bitterne Park SO18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 2,583 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,736 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 | 1,103 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 3,006 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 4,202 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 5,090 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 5,342 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 366 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Southampton Highfield , SO17 1BJ | - not rated | 1,152 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI School Wilton Road , SO15 5UQ | - not rated | 1,207 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oaks School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 1,665 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vermont School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 1,742 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Of Southampton Avenue Lattes | Avenue Campus, Highfield Road | 301 yd | |
| Brewhouse and Kitchen - Southampton | 47 Highfield Lane, Southampton | 524 yd | |
| Greekebab | 89 Livingstone Road, Southampton | 608 yd | |
| Pam's Cake and Samosas | 122 Gordon Avenue, Southampton | 622 yd | |
| Cafe At The Hawthorns | The Hawthorns Urban Wildlife Centre, The Common | 657 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | 9 Highcrown Street, Southampton | 623 yd | |
| Charlies Cabana | 117 Portswood Road, Southampton | 643 yd | |
| Gordon Arms | 113 Portswood Road, Southampton | 663 yd | |
| Richmond Inn | Richmond Inn, 108 Portswood Road | 784 yd | |
| Trago Lounge | 190-192 Portswood Road, Southampton | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirra Bake House | 33 Highfield Lane, Southampton | 518 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 191 Portswood Road, Southampton | 671 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | Unit 7 Portswood Centre, 128 - 150 Portswood Road | 679 yd | |
| Kitchen Kingdom | 4 The Broadway, Portswood Road | 696 yd | |
| Mr Best Ltd | 104 - 106 Portswood Road, Southampton | 698 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | 119-121 Portswood Road, Southampton | 642 yd | |
| Farm Foods Ltd | Unit 3-8 Portswood Centre, 128 - 150 Portswood Road | 679 yd | |
| T Rex Supermarket | 172 Portswood Road, Southampton | 743 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 202-224 Portswood Road, Southampton | 818 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 7 - 15 Lodge Road, Southampton | 972 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portswood Lawn Tennis Club PAVILION AT TENNIS CLUB PAVILION AT TENNIS CLUB ABBOTTS WAY | tennis courts | 407 yd |
| Jo Jo'S Health And Fitness KINGSWAY HALL KINGSWAY HALL LODGE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 951 yd |
| Bevois Town Primary School CEDAR ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,023 yd |
| Portswood Recreation Ground TENNIS 54M FROM FLAT 1, ROYAL COURT, UPPER GROSVENOR ROAD 40M FROM UNNAMED ROAD TENNIS 54M FROM FLAT 1, ROYAL COURT, UPPER GROSVENOR ROAD 40M FROM UNNAMED ROAD UPPER GROSVENOR ROAD | tennis courts | 1,076 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 | 625 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 526.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 42.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 408 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.