Romsey Road is in Broughton, Stockbridge and in Test Valley district. SO20 8DH is located in the Mid Test electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Romsey and Southampton North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Romsey Road, Broughton, Stockbridge, SO20 8DH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO20 8DH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 50.4% | 2.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 52% | 49.6% | -2.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 SO20 8DH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 70.3% 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 | 17.2% | 18.5% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -19.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.3% | 70.3% | 1.0% | 44.2% | 26.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 4.6% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -4.5% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 5.1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 (90.7%) 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 | 60.3% | 55.5% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 7.1% |
| Good health | 31% | 35.2% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 9.3% | 1.4% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
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 SO20 8DH this area, 4.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 51%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.9% | 4.1% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 7.1% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14.8% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 14.8% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.2% | 51% | 7.8% | 33.8% | 17.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.6% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 98.7% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 85.8% 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% | 85.8% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 2.6% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90% | 85.4% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 8.4% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 3.5% | 0.9% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.8% | 76.7% | 17.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 3.1% | 13.5% | -10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 62.9% | 46.2% | 16.7% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Romsey Road was 62.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.3% higher than the Blackwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Romsey Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Blackwater and the 126th highest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton Hill Cottage Romsey Road, Stockbridge, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2002-08-08 | £862,150 |
| Hill Lodge Romsey Road, Stockbridge, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2000-11-03 | £1,094,955 |
| Hill Lodge Romsey Road, Stockbridge, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 1999-12-17 | £1,078,356 |
SO20 8DH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SO20 8DH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SO20 8DH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broughton Primary School School Lane , Broughton SO20 8AN | 3out of 4 | 1,665 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Tytherley Church of England Primary School West Tytherley , The Village SP5 1JX | 3out of 4 | 4,058 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.