Oakwood Close is in Otterbourne, Winchester and in Test Valley district. SO21 2EY is located in the Badger Farm and Oliver's Battery electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Winchester. This postcode has been in use since 1995-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oakwood Close, Otterbourne, Winchester, SO21 2EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO21 2EX, SO21 2DN, SO21 2EB, SO21 2DR, SO21 2ED, SO21 2DT, SO21 2DP, SO21 2DL, SO21 2DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO21 2EY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 51.1% | 52.7% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 48.9% | 47.3% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
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 SO21 2EY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.2% 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 | 22.3% | 23.2% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.5% | 65.2% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 21.0% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 5.4% | -0.5% | 9.1% | -3.7% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 4.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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%) 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 | 55.6% | 58% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 9.6% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 30% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 9.8% | 8.1% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.5% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 SO21 2EY this area, 7% 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 55.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 4.5% | 7% | 2.5% | 18.2% | -11.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.2% | 6.2% | -2.0% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 12.3% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 4.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 14.5% | 1.3% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 53.2% | 55.5% | 2.3% | 33.8% | 21.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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 | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.2% | 90.8% | -5.4% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Other | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 94% | 89.4% | -4.6% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 89.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.7% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 4.2% | 13.5% | -9.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oakwood Close was 30.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.9% lower than the Badger Farm and Oliver's Battery average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Oakwood Close has the 24th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Badger Farm and Oliver's Battery and the 156th lowest crime rate of 379 local areas in Winchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 Oakwood Lodge Oakwood Close, Winchester, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2021-10-22 | £243,269 |
| Flat 3 Oakwood Lodge Oakwood Close, Winchester, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2017-12-01 | £180,240 |
| Flat 3 Oakwood Lodge Oakwood Close, Winchester, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2012-11-08 | £284,513 |
| Flat 2 Oakwood Lodge Oakwood Close, Winchester, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2010-05-18 | £248,400 |
| Flat 1 Oakwood Lodge Oakwood Close, Winchester, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2008-08-29 | £244,036 |
SO21 2EY 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 SO21 2EY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otterbourne Church of England Primary School Main Road , Otterbourne SO21 2EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twyford St Mary's Church of England Primary School School Road , Twyford SO21 1QQ | 3out of 4 | 2,080 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compton All Saints Church of England Primary School Compton Street , Compton SO21 2AS | 3out of 4 | 2,292 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colden Common Primary School Upper Moors Road , Brambridge SO50 6HW | 3out of 4 | 2,458 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scantabout Primary School Ionic Close , Chandler's Ford SO53 2NR | 3out of 4 | 3,220 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornden School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 2,566 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crestwood Community School Shakespeare Road , Boyatt Wood SO50 4FZ | 3out of 4 | 4,201 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Toynbee School Bodycoats Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2PL | 3out of 4 | 4,611 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherds Down Special School Shepherds Lane , Compton SO21 2AJ | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twyford School High Street , Twyford SO21 1NW | - not rated | 2,629 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 2,743 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Sherborne House School 39 Lakewood Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 1EU | - not rated | 3,380 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Education Centre 2c Newtown Road , SO50 9DB | 3out of 4 | 4,862 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Forge Restaurant | Main Road, Otterbourne | 426 yd | |
| The White Horse | Main Road, Otterbourne | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa | Williams Garage, Main Road | 426 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Park Recreation Ground OAKWOOD PARK RECREATION GROUND OAKWOOD PARK RECREATION GROUND OAKWOOD AVENUE | grass pitches | 276 yd |
| Southern Water | grass pitches | 511 yd |
| Shepherds Down Special School | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| Elderfield (Closed) Main Road | grass pitches | 962 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.