Brownlow Avenue is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO19 7BY 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 Brownlow Avenue, Southampton, SO19 7BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO19 7BX, SO19 7BU, SO19 7BZ, SO19 7BT, SO19 7DA, SO19 7BE, SO19 7NF, SO18 5RS, SO18 5EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO19 7BY 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 | 49.4% | 51.1% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.9% | -1.7% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of SO19 7BY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.6% | 29.8% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 55% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Separated | 6% | 2% | -4.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 9.3% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 4.4% | 4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 57.4% | 51.7% | -5.7% | 48.4% | 3.3% |
| Good health | 26.6% | 33% | 6.4% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 11% | 12.7% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 1.8% | -1.7% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.6% | 11.2% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 12.2% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 13.9% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.9% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.4% | 18.2% | -0.2% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 34.3% | 6.7% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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 | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 95.2% | 93.1% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 93% | 89.2% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 5.8% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 3.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 89.2% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.5% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.7% | 76.7% | 7.0% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Sikh | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brownlow Avenue was 174.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.2% higher than the Peartree average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Brownlow Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 72 local areas in Peartree and the 160th highest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 61.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Brownlow Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2025-03-26 | £370,000 |
| 2 Brownlow Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £458,000 | 2025-02-17 | £449,957 |
| 10 Brownlow Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-06-04 | £454,299 |
| 12 Brownlow Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-09-28 | £435,923 |
| 30 Brownlow Avenue, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2019-11-29 | £369,377 |
SO19 7BY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 123 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Education | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 4,387 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bitterne CE Primary School Brownlow Avenue , Bitterne SO19 7BX | 3out of 4 | 8 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenfield Infant School Rossington Way , Bitterne SO18 4RN | 3out of 4 | 466 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Junior School Juniper Road , Bitterne SO18 4EG | 4out of 4 | 616 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sholing Junior School Middle Road , SO19 8PT | 2out of 4 | 823 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sholing Infant School Heath Road , Sholing SO19 2QF | 4out of 4 | 985 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,031 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Community College Minstead Avenue , SO18 5FW | 2out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park School Dimond Road , Bitterne Park SO18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 2,074 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Mayfield Ashley Crescent , SO19 9NA | 3out of 4 | 2,877 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chamberlayne Academy Tickleford Drive , Weston SO19 9QP | - not rated | 3,101 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 701 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 2,803 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 4,510 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yarrow Heights School 104-106 Cobden Avenue , Bitterne Park SO18 1FS | - not rated | 917 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton House Independent School 55 MIDANBURY LANE , Bitterne Park SO18 4DJ | - not rated | 938 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwell School Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DH | 4out of 4 | 1,826 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Serendipity School 399 Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DS | - not rated | 2,126 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Gregg School Townhill Park House , Cutbush Lane SO18 2GF | - not rated | 2,412 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stacey's Shack | 373 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 214 yd | |
| Tony's Cafe and Restaurant | 20 West End Road, Southampton | 472 yd | |
| Scooperb | 108 Spring Road, Southampton | 651 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 438 Bitterne Road Precinct, Southampton | 214 yd | |
| Fox & Hounds | 106 Pound Street, Southampton | 550 yd | |
| The Humble Plum | 73 Commercial Street, Southampton | 641 yd | |
| Bitterne Conservative Club | 70 Dean Road, Southampton | 688 yd | |
| The Robin Hood | 20 South East Road, Southampton | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bitterne Charcoal Grill | 355 Bitterne Road, Southampton | 260 yd | |
| Shah Faisal | 451 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 280 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 439 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 280 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 447 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 280 yd | |
| KSS Fried Chicken | 15 West End Road, Bitterne | 292 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 412 - 414 Bitterne Village, Bitterne Road | 169 yd | |
| Iceland | Unit 7, 444 Bitterne Road Precinct | 207 yd | |
| Tesco | 102 - 104 Spring Road, Southampton | 430 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pure Gym (Southampton Bitterne) BITTERNE VILLAGE | health and fitness suite | 164 yd |
| Bitterne Leisure Centre DEAN ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 456 yd |
| Itchen College Sports Centre MIDDLE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 582 yd |
| Merryoak Community Centre ACACIA ROAD | 889 yd | |
| Oasis Academy Sholing MIDDLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 953 yd |
| Veracity Ground VERACITY RECREATION GROUND VERACITY RECREATION GROUND MERRYOAK ROAD | grass pitches | 996 yd |
| St Mary'S Independent School MIDANBURY LANE | grass pitches | 1,054 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 | 68.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 900 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 49.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 900 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.