April Close is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO18 5NP is located in the Harefield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Itchen. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about April Close, Southampton, SO18 5NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO18 6NQ, SO18 5SW, SO18 6TA, SO18 5SU, SO18 6NT, SO18 6AH, SO18 5BT, SO18 6AG, SO18 5BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO18 5NP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 60.2% | 54.1% | -6.1% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 39.8% | 45.9% | 6.1% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 | 33.3% | 34.9% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 39.6% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 10.4% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 11.8% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.5%) 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 | 35% | 37.5% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 30% | -3.8% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 19% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 9.9% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 5NP this area, 29.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.9% | 29.7% | -3.2% | 18.2% | 11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 9.9% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 14.6% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 7.5% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 13.7% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.5% | 19.3% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 6.4% | 5.2% | -1.2% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.5% | 87.7% | -7.8% | 81.4% | 6.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 83.1% 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 | 95.1% | 83.1% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 10.6% | 9.1% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.8% | 82.7% | -7.1% | 83.2% | -0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 9.8% | 9.0% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 9% | 2.4% | -6.6% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.8% | 76.7% | -5.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.3% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.2% | 13.5% | 4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Muslim | 4% | 6.5% | -2.5% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around April Close was 189.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 95.3% higher than the Harefield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
April Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Harefield and the 145th highest crime rate of 724 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 127.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 April Close, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2025-07-09 | £313,229 |
| 9 April Close, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-12-12 | £263,151 |
| 4 April Close, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-10-21 | £261,246 |
| 27 April Close, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-12-22 | £312,732 |
| 9 April Close, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2020-08-27 | £270,066 |
SO18 5NP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardmoor Nursery & Early Years Centre - Part of the Learning Federation Partnership of Schools Leaside Way , Bassett Green SO16 3EP | 3out of 4 | 4,460 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harefield Junior School Yeovil Chase , Bitterne SO18 5NZ | - not rated | 322 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harefield Infant School Yeovil Chase , Bitterne SO18 5NZ | - not rated | 322 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harefield Primary School Yeovil Chase , SO18 5NZ | 2out of 4 | 338 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harefield Primary School Yeovil Chase , Bitterne SO18 5NZ | - not rated | 474 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorlands Primary School Kesteven Way , Bitterne SO18 5RJ | - not rated | 896 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Community College Minstead Avenue , Harefield SO18 5FW | 3out of 4 | 985 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Sholing Middle Road , Sholing SO19 8PH | - not rated | 1,683 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sholing Technology College Middle Road , Sholing SO19 8PH | - not rated | 1,701 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park School Dimond Road , Bitterne Park SO18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 2,059 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston School Language College Porchester Road , Woolston SO19 2JD | - not rated | 2,846 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,198 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 3,805 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 5,199 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 5,199 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 5,353 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yarrow Heights School Cobden Avenue , Southampton SO18 1FS | - not rated | 1,258 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell School Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DH | 4out of 4 | 1,400 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| CHARLTON HOUSE SCHOOL LIMITED 57 MIDANBURY LANE , Bitterne Park SO18 4DJ | - not rated | 1,411 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Serendipity School 399 Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DS | - not rated | 1,609 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Christopher's School Tamarisk Gardens , Bitterne Park SO18 4RA | - not rated | 1,623 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harefield Fish Bar | Unit 2, 59 Somerset Avenue | 456 yd | |
| The Coffee Shop Cafe | 1B Hatley Road, Southampton | 485 yd | |
| Tony's Cafe and Restaurant | 20 West End Road, Southampton | 655 yd | |
| Stacey's Shack | 373 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 831 yd | |
| Evelyn's Tea House | 15 Thornhill Park Road, Southampton | 994 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Humble Plum | 73 Commercial Street, Southampton | 311 yd | |
| Bitterne Conservative Club | 70 Dean Road, Southampton | 326 yd | |
| Fox & Hounds | 106 Pound Street, Southampton | 484 yd | |
| The Red Lion | 438 Bitterne Road Precinct, Southampton | 751 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | Windover Close, Southampton | 894 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Victory | 81 Bursledon Road, Southampton | 629 yd | |
| Shah Faisal | 451 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 679 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 439 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 679 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 447 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 679 yd | |
| Full House Takeaway | 41 Melchet Road, Southampton | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 149 - 153 West End Road, Southampton | 527 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 7, 444 Bitterne Road Precinct | 749 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 412 - 414 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 899 yd | |
| Tesco | 1 - 5 Thornhill Park Road, Southampton | 953 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wynter Road Recreation Ground WYNTER ROAD | grass pitches | 298 yd |
| Harefield Primary School YEOVIL CHASE | grass pitches | 342 yd |
| Wynter Road Recreation Ground (Closed) Wynter Road | grass pitches | 377 yd |
| Bitterne Leisure Centre DEAN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 508 yd |
| Pure Gym (Southampton Bitterne) BITTERNE VILLAGE | health and fitness suite | 815 yd |
| Woodlands Community College Minstead Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 948 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 92.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.