Whitworth Crescent is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO18 1GB is located in the Bitterne Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Itchen. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Whitworth Crescent, Southampton, SO18 1GB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO18 1GA, SO18 1UG, SO18 1GN, SO18 1DZ, SO18 1GP, SO18 1UH, SO18 1GD, SO18 1GQ, SO18 1GR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO18 1GB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 51.1% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 52% | 48.9% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 39.7% | 38.7% | -1.0% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.2% | 41.9% | 1.7% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 10.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 47.1% | 48% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 36.3% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 13% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4% | 2.2% | -1.8% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 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 SO18 1GB this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 9.5% | -2.8% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 5.8% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 16.3% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.3% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 22.1% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.3% | 39.5% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 0.5% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 92.1% | 91% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 9.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 81.1% 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 | 86.3% | 81.1% | -5.2% | 83.2% | -2.1% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 11.3% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
| Africa | 4.4% | 1.8% | -2.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.9% | 80.4% | -5.5% | 83.2% | -2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 4% | 11.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | 1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.9% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Middle East | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 6% | 13.5% | -7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 44.8% | 46.2% | -1.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Whitworth Crescent was 55.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.3% lower than the Bitterne Park average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Whitworth Crescent has the 26th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Bitterne Park and the 237th lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Whitworth Crescent, Southampton, Southampton Other, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2021-06-08 | £107,788 |
| 77 Whitworth Crescent, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-01-28 | £201,628 |
| 57 Whitworth Crescent, Southampton, Southampton Other, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2017-01-09 | £83,055 |
| 77 Whitworth Crescent, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2006-05-25 | £247,555 |
SO18 1GB 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 | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 2,855 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Denys Primary School Dundee Road , St Denys SO17 2ND | 3out of 4 | 547 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Manor Primary School Quayside Road , Bitterne Manor SO18 1DP | 4out of 4 | 681 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park Primary School Manor Farm Road , SO18 1NX | 4out of 4 | 826 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Junior School Juniper Road , Bitterne SO18 4EG | 4out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portswood Primary School Somerset Road , SO17 3AA | 4out of 4 | 1,288 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitterne Park School Dimond Road , Bitterne Park SO18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 2,350 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Sholing Middle Road , Sholing SO19 8PH | 2out of 4 | 2,560 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,801 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,837 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 2,351 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 2,709 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 3,048 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 4,897 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 4,919 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlton House Independent School 55 MIDANBURY LANE , Bitterne Park SO18 4DJ | - not rated | 777 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrow Heights School 104-106 Cobden Avenue , Bitterne Park SO18 1FS | - not rated | 909 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 1,785 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg School Townhill Park House , Cutbush Lane SO18 2GF | - not rated | 1,952 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fitrah Sips Ltd 55 Northumberland Road , SO14 0EJ | - not rated | 2,045 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceylon junction | 7 Cobden Avenue, Southampton | 207 yd | |
| For Goodness Cakes | 31 Macnaghten Road, Southampton | 215 yd | |
| Miss Ellie's | 31A Manor Farm Road, Southampton | 283 yd | |
| Curry Lounge | 9 Manor Farm Road, Southampton | 283 yd | |
| Riverside Diner | 13 Manor Farm Road, Bitterne Park | 292 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butcher's Hook Alehouse | 7 Manor Farm Road, Southampton | 282 yd | |
| The Station | 99 Bullar Road, Southampton | 331 yd | |
| The Riverside Club | St. Denys Rowing Club, Priory Avenue | 444 yd | |
| Bitterne Park Social Club | 76 Manor Farm Road, Bitterne Park | 473 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 100 St. Denys Road, Southampton | 617 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melt Pizza | 2 - 4 Cobden Avenue, Southampton | 146 yd | |
| Kitchen N Cafe Also Trading As Diamond Kebab N Pizza | 5 Cobden Avenue, Southampton | 218 yd | |
| Great Wall | 1 Cobden Avenue, Southampton | 218 yd | |
| Happy 2000 | 3 Cobden Avenue, Southampton | 218 yd | |
| SOroast Coffee | 5 The Triangle, Cobden Avenue | 225 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 12 - 18 Cobden Avenue, Southampton | 147 yd | |
| Spar | 17 Manor Farm Road, Southampton | 282 yd | |
| Company Shop Limited | Hawkeswood Road, Southampton | 873 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Witts Hill, Southampton | 1,003 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Mary'S Independent School MIDANBURY LANE | grass pitches | 650 yd |
| Acolade Health And Fitness (Closed) Unit L Unit L Bitterne Road West | health and fitness suite | 941 yd |
| Bitterne Park Sports Hall (Closed) Diamond Road | 1,055 yd | |
| Bitterne Park School DIMOND ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,060 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 | 62.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 37.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 37.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 37.5% |
| 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 | 51.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.