Austin Drive is in Winchester and in Winchester district. SO22 5SD is located in the St Luke electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Winchester. This postcode has been in use since 2017-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Austin Drive, Winchester, SO22 5SD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO22 5SE, SO22 5ST, SO22 5SQ, SO22 5SP, SO22 5SA, SO22 5SS, SO22 5SR, SO22 5SG, SO22 5SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO22 5SD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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 | 49.7% | 54.5% | 4.8% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 50.3% | 45.5% | -4.8% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 SO22 5SD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59% 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 | 19% | 30.2% | 11.2% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.2% | 59% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 14.8% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 4% | 6.6% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 2.5% | -6.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (90.9%) 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 | 54.7% | 64.2% | 9.5% | 48.4% | 15.8% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 26.7% | -7.2% | 33.6% | -6.9% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 7% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -5.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
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 SO22 5SD this area, 5.8% 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 64.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.8% | 5.8% | 0.0% | 18.2% | -12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.4% | 6.1% | 1.7% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 9.4% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 0.8% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 11.4% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 60.9% | 64.5% | 3.6% | 33.8% | 30.7% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 5% | 5.0% | 3.1% | 1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.1% | 85.4% | -11.7% | 81.4% | 4.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 77% 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 | 90.9% | 77% | -13.9% | 83.2% | -6.2% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 6.4% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 4.2% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 6.8% | 4.2% | 5.6% | 1.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2.3% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.2% | 77.3% | -11.9% | 83.2% | -5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 11.6% | 11.0% | 9.8% | 1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.2% | 3.5% | -4.7% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Hindu | 4.1% | 1.7% | 2.4% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Austin Drive was 30.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% lower than the Badger Farm and Oliver's Battery average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Austin Drive has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Badger Farm and Oliver's Battery and the 152nd lowest crime rate of 379 local areas in Winchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.1%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% 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 Austin Drive, Winchester, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,080,000 | 2023-12-13 | £1,130,334 |
| 14 Austin Drive, Winchester, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2023-01-31 | £1,084,650 |
| 6 Austin Drive, Winchester, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £482,500 | 2021-06-30 | £560,025 |
| 32 Austin Drive, Winchester, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2021-06-29 | £1,276,742 |
| 16 Austin Drive, Winchester, Hampshire Detached, a newly built property | £860,000 | 2020-10-30 | £973,034 |
SO22 5SD 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 | 167 |
| Part-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Information and communication | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lanterns Nursery School and Extended Services Bereweeke Road , SO22 6AJ | 4out of 4 | 3,045 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Winchester Oliver's Battery Road North , SO22 4JB | 4out of 4 | 548 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Olivers Battery Primary School Austen Avenue , Olivers Battery SO22 4HP | 3out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanmore Primary School Stanmore Lane , Stanmore SO22 4AJ | 2out of 4 | 1,979 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Church of England Primary School Browning Drive , SO22 5AR | 3out of 4 | 2,001 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Faith's Church of England Primary School St Faith's Road , St Cross SO23 9QB | 4out of 4 | 2,472 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings' School Romsey Road , SO22 5PN | 4out of 4 | 647 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Henry Beaufort School Priors Dean Road , Harestock SO22 6JJ | 3out of 4 | 3,585 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peter Symonds College Owens Road , SO22 6RX | - not rated | 3,073 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sparsholt College Hampshire Westley Lane , Sparsholt SO21 2NF | - not rated | 4,924 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Westgate School Cheriton Road , SO22 5AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,321 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Winchester Sparkford Road , SO22 4NR | - not rated | 2,055 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanwick Lodge Care of: Hampshire County Council , Castle Avenue SO23 8UJ | - not rated | 2,718 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Pilgrims School 3 The Close , SO23 9LT | - not rated | 3,060 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Winchester College College Street , SO23 9NA | - not rated | 3,084 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Osborne School Athelstan Road , SO23 7GA | 3out of 4 | 3,262 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Way Hut | Royal Winchester Golf Club, Sarum Road | 613 yd | |
| Royal Winchester Golf Club | Sarum Road, Winchester | 613 yd | |
| South Winchester Golf Club | Romsey Road, Pitt | 775 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kings School Sports Centre KINGS SCHOOL KINGS SCHOOL ROMSEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 631 yd |
| Royal Winchester Golf Club SARUM ROAD | golf | 802 yd |
| South Winchester Golf Club ROMSEY ROAD | golf | 832 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 | 360 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 360 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 180 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.