Claude Ashby Close is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO18 2RG is located in the Swaythling electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Romsey and Southampton North. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Claude Ashby Close, Southampton, SO18 2RG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO18 2LU, SO18 2ND, SO18 2LS, SO18 2LT, SO18 2LW, SO18 2RP, SO18 2LY, SO18 2NE, SO18 2NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO18 2RG, 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 | 52.3% | 52.7% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 47.7% | 47.3% | -0.4% | 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 2RG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.9% 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 | 38.2% | 51.9% | 13.7% | 37.9% | 14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.3% | 19.6% | -10.7% | 44.2% | -24.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 4.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 18.5% | 16.5% | -2.0% | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.3% | -1.0% | 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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37% | 30.9% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -17.5% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 34.8% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 19% | 24.5% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 11.8% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 7.4% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.7% | 26.6% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.8% | 19% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 9.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 11.4% | -4.9% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 5.7% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 13.3% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 20.9% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 6.7% | 3.2% | -3.5% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 1.1% | 3.2% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.5% | 0.9% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 90.7% | 87% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 5.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 83.3% 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 | 86.1% | 83.3% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 0.1% |
| European Union | 6% | 8.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 5.1% | 3.9% | -1.2% | 2.7% | 1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.1% | 85% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 13% | 12.5% | 9.8% | 3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.6% | 0.5% | -5.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0.5% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 4.9% | 1.3% | 3.6% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Muslim | 3.9% | 6.5% | -2.6% |
| Not answered | 10.3% | 6.0% | 4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Claude Ashby Close was 255.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 253.5% higher than the Swaythling average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Claude Ashby Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Swaythling and the 91st highest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 140.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.8%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 Alfred Rose Court Claude Ashby Close, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2014-02-28 | £121,524 |
| Flat 3 Alfred Rose Court Claude Ashby Close, Southampton, Southampton Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2012-09-28 | £111,807 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Other | 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 | 1,554 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mansbridge Primary School Octavia Road , Swaythling SO18 2LX | 3out of 4 | 264 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park Primary School Manor Farm Road , SO18 1NX | 4out of 4 | 1,139 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swaythling Primary School Mayfield Road , SO17 3SZ | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bassett Green Primary School Honeysuckle Road , Bassett SO16 3BZ | 2out of 4 | 1,471 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Townhill Junior School Benhams Road , Townhill Park SO18 2NX | 2out of 4 | 1,495 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 | 1,067 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 2,119 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Community College Minstead Avenue , SO18 5FW | 2out of 4 | 3,524 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 3,872 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 2,947 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 2,974 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 3,762 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 3,807 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 4,620 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,234 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Southampton Highfield , SO17 1BJ | - not rated | 1,853 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrow Heights School 104-106 Cobden Avenue , Bitterne Park SO18 1FS | - not rated | 2,235 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton House Independent School 55 MIDANBURY LANE , Bitterne Park SO18 4DJ | - not rated | 2,277 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg Preparatory School 17-19 Winn Road , Southampton SO17 1EJ | - not rated | 2,769 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hot and Tasty | 5 Westbrook Way, Southampton | 420 yd | |
| Round About Café | 12 Westfield Corner, Wide Lane | 511 yd | |
| Woodmill Coffee Kitchen | Woodmill Outdoor Centre, Woodmill Lane | 585 yd | |
| Chefflames | 84 High Road, Southampton | 722 yd | |
| Garden Restaurant | 44 High Road, Southampton | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connaught Hall Bar | Connaught Hall Of Residence, Wessex Lane | 364 yd | |
| Fleming Arms | Wide Lane, Southampton | 560 yd | |
| The Boiler House | Montefiore Boiler House, Wessex Lane | 574 yd | |
| The Hop Inn | 199 Woodmill Lane, Southampton | 656 yd | |
| Swaythling Working Mens Club | 2 High Road, Swaythling | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway | Unit 2 City Gateway, Thomas Lewis Way | 628 yd | |
| Top Chef | 40 High Road, Swaythling | 715 yd | |
| Pizza Box | 42 High Road, Swaythling | 715 yd | |
| Sun City | 52 High Road, Southampton | 717 yd | |
| Thai Thai Express | 38 High Road, Southampton | 721 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Southampton (Connaught Halls Of Residence) Wessex Lane | health and fitness suite | 495 yd |
| Riverside Park RIVERSIDE PARK TENNIS COURTS RIVERSIDE PARK TENNIS COURTS MANOR FARM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 643 yd |
| Inside Out Health & Fitness Training (Closed) 62 - 64 62 - 64 High Road | health and fitness suite | 752 yd |
| Bitterne Park Sports Hall (Closed) Diamond Road | 989 yd | |
| Bitterne Park School DIMOND ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 990 yd |
| Swaythling Lawn Tennis Club ETHELBURT AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,002 yd |
| Btc Sports Club BTC SPORTS GROUND BTC SPORTS GROUND STONEHAM LANE | grass pitches | 1,057 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.