Cranford Way is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO17 1RN 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 Cranford Way, Southampton, SO17 1RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO17 1QJ, SO17 1UE, SO17 1UF, SO17 1RL, SO17 1RP, SO17 1RH, SO17 1PR, SO17 1SX, SO17 1QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SO17 1RN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 48.8% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 51.1% | 51.2% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 SO17 1RN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.6% 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 | 58% | 52.6% | -5.4% | 37.9% | 14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26% | 27% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 14.2% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 2.4% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 (85.9%) 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 | 53.3% | 53.3% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 4.9% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 32.6% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 9.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.1% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 1RN this area, 6.2% 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 52.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.5% | 6.2% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 4.8% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8% | 10% | 2.0% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 26% | 22% | -4.0% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.5% | 52.6% | 10.1% | 33.8% | 18.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 6.2% | 2.5% | -3.7% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 5.3% | 11.2% | 5.9% | 2.7% | 8.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 3.3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 77.1% | 74% | -3.1% | 81.4% | -7.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 68.6% 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 | 79.3% | 68.6% | -10.7% | 83.2% | -14.6% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 14.3% | 9.5% | 6.1% | 8.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.2% | 12.2% | -1.0% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.5% | 69.7% | -7.8% | 83.2% | -13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.6% | 11.2% | 8.6% | 9.8% | 1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.1% | 6.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 3.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 9.7% | 6.6% | -3.1% | 2.2% | 4.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 5.8% | -1.2% | 1.9% | 3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 2.9% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 32.9% | 46.2% | -13.3% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 14.4% | 6.5% | 7.9% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cranford Way was 19.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.3% lower than the Bassett average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cranford Way has the 10th lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Bassett and the 50th lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Cottage, 4A Cranford Way, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £675,000 | 2015-03-12 | £961,394 |
| 6 Cranford Way, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2011-07-19 | £345,455 |
| The Otters, 4B Cranford Way, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £605,000 | 2011-04-08 | £997,830 |
| 1 Cranford Way, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2010-08-26 | £523,328 |
| 1 Cranford Way, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2009-07-24 | £396,667 |
SO17 1RN 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 student residents living in SO17 1RN area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 43 |
| Retired | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Education | 23 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| 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 | 1,789 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 | 113 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portswood Primary School Somerset Road , SO17 3AA | 4out of 4 | 835 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Swaythling Primary School Mayfield Road , SO17 3SZ | 3out of 4 | 915 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bassett Green Primary School Honeysuckle Road , Bassett SO16 3BZ | 2out of 4 | 1,090 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Denys Primary School Dundee Road , St Denys SO17 2ND | 3out of 4 | 1,412 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Shirley High School Bellemoor Road , Upper Shirley SO15 7QU | 3out of 4 | 1,908 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 2,139 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,139 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park School Dimond Road , Bitterne Park SO18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 2,281 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,541 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 3,477 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 4,278 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 4,492 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 4,752 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southampton Highfield , SO17 1BJ | - not rated | 553 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 864 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oaks School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vermont School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 1,444 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Edward VI School Wilton Road , SO15 5UQ | - not rated | 1,747 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brewhouse and Kitchen - Southampton | 47 Highfield Lane, Southampton | 178 yd | |
| Terrace Restaurant | Building 38, University Road | 371 yd | |
| Piazza | Building 42, University Road | 371 yd | |
| Lattes | Building 85, University of Southampton | 371 yd | |
| Lattes | Hartley Library Building 12, Highfield Campus | 371 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | 9 Highcrown Street, Southampton | 232 yd | |
| Bridge Bar | Level 4 Building 42, University Road | 371 yd | |
| Below Deck | Level 2 Building 42, University Road | 371 yd | |
| Stags Head | Building 38, University Road | 371 yd | |
| Arlott Bar | University Road, Southampton | 371 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mirra Bake House | 33 Highfield Lane, Southampton | 172 yd | |
| Pizza Yoyo | 265 Portswood Road, Southampton | 715 yd | |
| Portswood Piri Piri | 237 Portswood Road, Southampton | 720 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet | 224 Portswood Road, Southampton | 764 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 191 Portswood Road, Southampton | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 202-224 Portswood Road, Southampton | 764 yd | |
| T Rex Supermarket | 172 Portswood Road, Southampton | 775 yd | |
| Farm Foods Ltd | Unit 3-8 Portswood Centre, 128 - 150 Portswood Road | 872 yd | |
| Waitrose Ltd | 119-121 Portswood Road, Southampton | 942 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 218 Burgess Road, Southampton | 965 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portswood Lawn Tennis Club PAVILION AT TENNIS CLUB PAVILION AT TENNIS CLUB ABBOTTS WAY | tennis courts | 545 yd |
| University Of Southampton (Jubilee Sports Centre) University of Southampton University of Southampton University Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 574 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 | 629 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 | 41.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.