Knighton Road is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO19 2FP is located in the Peartree electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Itchen. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Knighton Road, Southampton, SO19 2FP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO19 2FN, SO19 2FQ, SO19 2HY, SO19 2HX, SO19 2FT, SO19 2FR, SO19 2NY, SO19 2FU, SO19 2QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO19 2FP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51.8% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.1% | 48.2% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 36.9% | 32.8% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.8% | 48% | 1.2% | 44.2% | 3.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 11.4% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 5.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (88.2%) 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 | 44.4% | 48.9% | 4.5% | 48.4% | 0.5% |
| Good health | 40.9% | 39.3% | -1.6% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 7.1% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.5% | 13.1% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 13.1% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.2% | 14% | -8.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 8.3% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 20.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 27.9% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -5.9% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 94.7% | 94% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
In this area, 88.5% 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 | 91.3% | 88.5% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 5% | 6.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 87.9% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.9% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 1.1% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.2% | 37.2% | 16.0% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knighton Road was 110.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.8% higher than the Peartree average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Knighton Road has the 22nd highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Peartree and the 291st highest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 89 Knighton Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £352,000 | 2024-12-04 | £344,217 |
| 87 Knighton Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-07-11 | £344,604 |
| 79 Knighton Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-11-20 | £198,332 |
| 95 Knighton Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £289,000 | 2021-03-05 | £335,958 |
| 95 Knighton Road, Southampton, Southampton Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2017-06-23 | £294,178 |
SO19 2FP 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 | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ludlow Junior School Peveril Road , Itchen SO19 2DW | 3out of 4 | 235 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ludlow Infant Academy Ludlow Road , Woolston SO19 2EU | 3out of 4 | 278 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Fort Road , SO19 2JE | 3out of 4 | 467 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woolston Infant School Florence Road , SO19 9DB | - not rated | 766 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Monica Primary School Bay Road , Sholing SO19 8EZ | - not rated | 925 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Sholing Middle Road , Sholing SO19 8PH | 2out of 4 | 836 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chamberlayne Academy Tickleford Drive , Weston SO19 9QP | - not rated | 1,671 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Mayfield Ashley Crescent , SO19 9NA | 3out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Community College Minstead Avenue , SO18 5FW | 2out of 4 | 3,208 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 3,366 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 1,301 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 2,091 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 4,914 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitrah Sips Ltd 55 Northumberland Road , SO14 0EJ | - not rated | 2,165 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton House Independent School 55 MIDANBURY LANE , Bitterne Park SO18 4DJ | - not rated | 2,357 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell School Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DH | 4out of 4 | 2,399 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrow Heights School 104-106 Cobden Avenue , Bitterne Park SO18 1FS | - not rated | 2,427 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Solent University East Park Terrace , SO14 0YN | - not rated | 2,599 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JJ's Chippy | 2A Peveril Road, Southampton | 549 yd | |
| Tandoori | 2 The Bridgeway, Portsmouth Road | 673 yd | |
| The Crafty Bug Cafe | 82 Bridge Road, Southampton | 768 yd | |
| Zoes Cake Kitchen | 109 Obelisk Road, Southampton | 773 yd | |
| Bridge Road Tea Room | 2 Bridge Road, Southampton | 794 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woolston Trade And Labour Club | Leighton Road, Southampton | 167 yd | |
| Millers Pond Pub | Middle Road, Southampton | 471 yd | |
| The Swan | 219 Portsmouth Road, Southampton | 510 yd | |
| The Cricketrs Arms | 60-62 Portsmouth Road, Southampton | 564 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 89 Sholing Road, Southampton | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Monica | 28 St. Monica Road, Southampton | 742 yd | |
| Quality Fish and Chips | 14 Bridge Road, Southampton | 769 yd | |
| New Jade Palace | 8 Bridge Road, Southampton | 769 yd | |
| Zamano's Pizza | 12 Bridge Road, Southampton | 769 yd | |
| Grameen Spice | 45 Bridge Road, Southampton | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative | 47 - 51 Bridge Road, Southampton | 842 yd | |
| Co-Operative | 137 - 143 South East Road, Southampton | 867 yd | |
| Co-Operative | Johns Road, Southampton | 990 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oasis Academy Mayfield (Upper Site) (Closed) Porchester Road | health and fitness suite | 386 yd |
| Veracity Ground VERACITY RECREATION GROUND VERACITY RECREATION GROUND MERRYOAK ROAD | grass pitches | 678 yd |
| St Monica Primary School ST. MONICA ROAD | swimming pool | 725 yd |
| Merryoak Community Centre ACACIA ROAD | 795 yd | |
| Oasis Academy Sholing MIDDLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 808 yd |
| Mayfield Recreation Ground WESTON LANE | grass pitches | 1,074 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 | 42 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.