Kingsdown Way is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO18 2GQ 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 Kingsdown Way, Southampton, SO18 2GQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO18 2AW, SO18 2GR, SO18 2AT, SO18 2GS, SO18 2GX, SO18 2GT, SO18 2GP, SO18 2AU, SO18 2AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO18 2GQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 49.3% | 52.7% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 50.7% | 47.3% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 SO18 2GQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.7% 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 | 49.3% | 49.7% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.5% | 29.7% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -14.5% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 6.5% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 10.3% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 50.7% | 49.5% | -1.2% | 48.4% | 1.1% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 31.5% | 0.2% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 13.1% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 20.5% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.7% | 14.1% | -7.6% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.3% | 17.9% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 11.5% | 7.1% | 5.3% | 6.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 12.2% | 0.8% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.9% | 19.9% | 10.0% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.8% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 2.5% | 0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% | -0.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 87.3% | 91.4% | 4.1% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 0.5% | -2.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 84.3% 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 | 88.3% | 84.3% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 11.7% | 8.5% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 84.7% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 13.1% | 11.9% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 0.9% | -4.1% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.9% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.5% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.4% | 76.7% | -12.3% |
| Poland | 9.9% | 1.3% | 8.6% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.3% | 0.2% | 2.1% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 32.6% | 46.2% | -13.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsdown Way was 44.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.8% lower than the Bitterne Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingsdown Way has the 16th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Bitterne Park and the 175th lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93 Kingsdown Way, Southampton, Southampton Terraced, an established residential building | £256,000 | 2024-03-22 | £264,761 |
| 113 Kingsdown Way, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-08-22 | £243,993 |
| 125 Kingsdown Way, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-07-21 | £282,377 |
| 107 Kingsdown Way, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-08-26 | £304,686 |
| 121 Kingsdown Way, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2022-02-28 | £271,741 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 2,782 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townhill Junior School Benhams Road , Townhill Park SO18 2NX | 2out of 4 | 439 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Townhill Infant School Benhams Road , SO18 2FG | 4out of 4 | 479 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands Primary School Kesteven Way , Bitterne SO18 5RJ | 3out of 4 | 920 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park Primary School Manor Farm Road , SO18 1NX | 4out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mansbridge Primary School Octavia Road , Swaythling SO18 2LX | 3out of 4 | 1,314 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 528 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Community College Minstead Avenue , SO18 5FW | 2out of 4 | 2,288 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 2,500 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Sholing Middle Road , Sholing SO19 8PH | 2out of 4 | 3,004 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 3,157 yd | Foundation 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 | 2,599 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 3,867 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 3,989 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 4,057 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 4,209 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Gregg School Townhill Park House , Cutbush Lane SO18 2GF | - not rated | 527 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrow Heights School 104-106 Cobden Avenue , Bitterne Park SO18 1FS | - not rated | 1,174 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton House Independent School 55 MIDANBURY LANE , Bitterne Park SO18 4DJ | - not rated | 1,294 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Southampton Highfield , SO17 1BJ | - not rated | 2,661 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 3,002 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life-Link Church Over Sixties Community Group | Townhill Park Community Centre, Meggeson Avenue | 244 yd | |
| Sahara Sands | 26 Litchfield Road, Southampton | 274 yd | |
| Edge Hub | 121 - 123 Meggeson Avenue, Southampton | 277 yd | |
| Cupcake Toppers Ltd | 35 Meggeson Avenue, Southampton | 467 yd | |
| Licenced to Grill | 8 Roundhill Close, Southampton | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TWO BROTHERS | THE TWO BROTHERS, TOWNHILL FARM DISTRICT CENTRE, WESSEX ROAD, WEST END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO18 3RA | 742 yd | |
| The Hop Inn | 199 Woodmill Lane, Southampton | 858 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mikes Chippy | 5 Midanbury Broadway, Witts Hill | 486 yd | |
| New Oriental | 3 Midanbury Broadway, Witts Hill | 486 yd | |
| 7 Hills Kebab house | 4 Midanbury Broadway, Witts Hill | 486 yd | |
| Pizza Place | 8 Midanbury Broadway, Witts Hill | 486 yd | |
| Sylhet Spice Express | 2 Premier Parade, Forest Hills Drive | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Witts Hill, Southampton | 465 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 1 TOWNHILL FARM DISTRICT CENTRE, WESSEX ROAD, WEST END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO18 3RA | 772 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 149 - 153 West End Road, Southampton | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Townhill Junior School BENHAMS ROAD | grass pitches | 392 yd |
| The Gregg School TOWNHILL PARK HOUSE TOWNHILL PARK HOUSE ATLANTIC PARK VIEW | grass pitches | 528 yd |
| Bitterne Park School DIMOND ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 644 yd |
| Bitterne Park Sports Hall (Closed) Diamond Road | 654 yd | |
| Cutbush Lane Recreation Ground PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS CUTBUSH LANE | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Riverside Park RIVERSIDE PARK TENNIS COURTS RIVERSIDE PARK TENNIS COURTS MANOR FARM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,070 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 172.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.11 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.