Kathleen Road is in Southampton and in Southampton district. SO19 8LL is located in the Sholing electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Southampton, Itchen. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kathleen Road, Southampton, SO19 8LL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO19 8AQ, SO19 8GQ, SO19 8FZ, SO19 8AT, SO19 8GX, SO19 8RZ, SO19 8FU, SO19 8GJ, SO19 8GN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO19 8LL is primarily male, with 53.5% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 46.5% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -4.5% |
| Male | 50.9% | 53.5% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 4.5% |
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 8LL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% 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 | 23.6% | 19.7% | -3.9% | 37.9% | -18.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.3% | 60.6% | -1.7% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6% | 9.6% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 7.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 44.3% | 47% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 36.4% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 11.1% | -2.4% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 16%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.6% | 22.9% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 10.1% | -8.5% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 17% | 2.9% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.1% | 11.7% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 6.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 18.6% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.6% | 16% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 6% | 3.7% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.3% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.9% | 92.6% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 92.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 3.2% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 3.7% | 1.1% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 76.7% | 4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 48.8% | 46.2% | 2.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kathleen Road was 41.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.4% lower than the Sholing average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kathleen Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Sholing and the 162nd lowest crime rate of 734 local areas in Southampton .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 155 Kathleen Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £168,500 | 2013-06-14 | £276,282 |
| 155 Kathleen Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2010-03-29 | £283,036 |
| 155 Kathleen Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2009-10-01 | £237,750 |
| 153 Kathleen Road, Southampton, Southampton Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2006-11-16 | £257,527 |
SO19 8LL 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SO19 8LL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 72 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sholing Infant School Heath Road , Sholing SO19 2QF | 4out of 4 | 706 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sholing Junior School Middle Road , SO19 8PT | 2out of 4 | 755 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornhill Primary School Byron Road , Thornhill SO19 6FH | 3out of 4 | 824 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Monica Primary School Bay Road , Sholing SO19 8EZ | - not rated | 853 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Monica Primary School Bay Road , Sholing SO19 8EZ | 2out of 4 | 853 yd | Community school | 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 | 787 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Mayfield Ashley Crescent , SO19 9NA | 3out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Community College Minstead Avenue , SO18 5FW | 2out of 4 | 1,967 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chamberlayne Academy Tickleford Drive , Weston SO19 9QP | - not rated | 2,121 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bitterne Park School Dimond Road , Bitterne Park SO18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 3,436 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 | 755 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 3,470 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell School Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DH | 4out of 4 | 927 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Serendipity School 399 Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DS | - not rated | 1,208 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Yarrow Heights School 104-106 Cobden Avenue , Bitterne Park SO18 1FS | - not rated | 2,331 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton House Independent School 55 MIDANBURY LANE , Bitterne Park SO18 4DJ | - not rated | 2,378 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fitrah Sips Ltd 55 Northumberland Road , SO14 0EJ | - not rated | 3,353 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FoodCycle Southampton | Salvation Army Hall, 93 North East Road | 421 yd | |
| Missycupcake | 337 Butts Road, Southampton | 469 yd | |
| Ninja Warrior - Southampton | Unit G, Antelope Park | 647 yd | |
| Costa | Unit J2, Antelope Park | 647 yd | |
| Bitterne KFC | Antelope House, Bursledon Road | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buzz Bingo | Unit E Antelope Park, Bursledon Road | 647 yd | |
| Spike Islander | 115 South East Road, Southampton | 647 yd | |
| The Robin Hood | 20 South East Road, Southampton | 904 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sholing Grill | 84 Alfriston Gardens, Southampton | 140 yd | |
| Cod Almighty | 92 Alfriston Gardens, Southampton | 152 yd | |
| Atlantikos Fish and Chips | 142 Butts Road, Southampton | 593 yd | |
| Artino's Pizza | 57 Montague Avenue, Southampton | 951 yd | |
| Andy's Chippy | 61 Montague Avenue, Southampton | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 142 - 144 Butts Road, Southampton | 593 yd | |
| Co-Operative | 137 - 143 South East Road, Southampton | 625 yd | |
| Lidl | Unit G, Antelope Park | 647 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sholing Community Centre BUTTS ROAD | 413 yd | |
| The Gym (Southampton East) Antelope Park Antelope Park Bursledon Road | health and fitness suite | 648 yd |
| St Monica Primary School ST. MONICA ROAD | swimming pool | 787 yd |
| Thornhill Primary School BYRON ROAD | grass pitches | 821 yd |
| Itchen College Sports Centre MIDDLE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 886 yd |
| Oasis Academy Sholing MIDDLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 905 yd |
| Valentine Primary School VALENTINE AVENUE | grass pitches | 929 yd |
| Veracity Ground VERACITY RECREATION GROUND VERACITY RECREATION GROUND MERRYOAK ROAD | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.