Blue Ball Corner is in Winchester and in Winchester district. SO23 0ER is located in the St Bartholomew electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Winchester. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blue Ball Corner, Winchester, SO23 0ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO23 0ES, SO23 0EW, SO23 8RE, SO23 0EL, SO23 8QX, SO23 8EA, SO23 0HE, SO23 8DT, SO23 8DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO23 0ER, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.6% 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 | 60.8% | 54.6% | -6.2% | 51.0% | 3.6% |
| Male | 39.2% | 45.4% | 6.2% | 49.0% | -3.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 32.6% | 32.2% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -5.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.5% | 31.8% | 1.3% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 21.4% | 17.8% | -3.6% | 9.1% | 8.7% |
| Widowed | 12.3% | 15.1% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 9.0% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.7% | 35.9% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 28.8% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 19% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 12.7% | 5.5% | 4.0% | 8.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 3.6% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 | 36.4% | 25% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 12.3% | 5.3% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 9.6% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 5.4% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 10.8% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 34.2% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.9% | 91.5% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 85% 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 | 88.3% | 85% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| European Union | 7.2% | 7.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.6% | 85% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 7.8% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 0.7% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.4% | 76.7% | -13.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 24.8% | 13.5% | 11.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blue Ball Corner was 57.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.0% lower than the St Bartholomew average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blue Ball Corner has the 27th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in St Bartholomew and the 114th highest crime rate of 379 local areas in Winchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -82.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Blue Ball Corner, Winchester, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2021-05-05 | £421,035 |
| 1 Blue Ball Corner, Winchester, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2009-07-15 | £491,609 |
| 1 Blue Ball Corner, Winchester, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2005-08-01 | £451,835 |
| 1 Blue Ball Corner, Winchester, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 1998-09-24 | £485,991 |
SO23 0ER 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 SO23 0ER area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 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 | 1,553 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede Church of England Primary School Gordon Road , SO23 7DD | 4out of 4 | 365 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winnall Primary School Garbett Road , Winnall SO23 0NY | 3out of 4 | 623 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Primary School St Catherine's Road , SO23 0PS | 3out of 4 | 843 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 | 1,800 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Western Church of England Primary School Browning Drive , SO22 5AR | 3out of 4 | 1,968 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Henry Beaufort School Priors Dean Road , Harestock SO22 6JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,642 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings' School Romsey Road , SO22 5PN | 4out of 4 | 2,952 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 | 1,364 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 | 1,734 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Pilgrims School 3 The Close , SO23 9LT | - not rated | 664 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Winchester College College Street , SO23 9NA | - not rated | 728 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Swanwick Lodge Care of: Hampshire County Council , Castle Avenue SO23 8UJ | - not rated | 828 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Osborne School Athelstan Road , SO23 7GA | 3out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Winchester Sparkford Road , SO22 4NR | - not rated | 1,468 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benham's Bakehouse | The National Trust, City Mill | 192 yd | |
| German Doner Kebab (GDK) | Unit 2, 9 - 11 High Street | 224 yd | |
| Incognito | St Johns House, The Broadway | 259 yd | |
| PSV95 Club | Bus Station Cafe, High Street | 293 yd | |
| 21 Sushi | 21 Bridge Street, Winchester | 297 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Tree | The Willow Tree, 14 Durngate Terrace | 152 yd | |
| Crown And Anchor | 168 High Street, Winchester | 293 yd | |
| Alfies | 157 High Street, Winchester | 293 yd | |
| The Broadway | Pitcher And Piano, 57 Colebrook Street | 352 yd | |
| Community Room | 12 Colebrook Street, Winchester | 398 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Gastronomia Also Trading As Sergio Cook For You | 6 Bridge Street, Winchester | 270 yd | |
| Whody Also Trading As Wings&Shakes | 165A High Street, Winchester | 272 yd | |
| Subway | Ground Floor, 165 High Street | 291 yd | |
| Marse | Unit 30, The Brooks | 376 yd | |
| Mooboo | Unit 28, The Brooks | 387 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Mini Market | 171 High Street, Winchester | 273 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | 10 Middle Brook Street, Winchester | 320 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury Supermarkets Ltd, 2 Middle Brook Street | 320 yd | |
| Marks And Spencers Including Cafe | Marks And Spencer Plc, 134 - 140 High Street | 449 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Tesco, 120 - 121 High Street | 502 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Energy Fitness FRIARY HOUSE FRIARY HOUSE MIDDLE BROOK STREET | health and fitness suite | 292 yd |
| ÉNergie Fitness Winchester THE BROOKS THE BROOKS MIDDLE BROOK STREET | health and fitness suite | 391 yd |
| Riverside Indoor Bowling Club GORDON ROAD | indoor bowls | 553 yd |
| River Park Leisure Centre GORDON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 583 yd |
| The Pilgrims School THE CLOSE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 677 yd |
| Anytime Fitness (Winchester) JEWRY STREET | health and fitness suite | 691 yd |
| Winchester College COLLEGE STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 770 yd |
| North Walls Recreation Ground BIRINUS ROAD | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| Winchester Lido Sports Association HYDE CHURCH LANE | 951 yd | |
| The City Ground THE CITY GROUND THE CITY GROUND HILLIER WAY | grass pitches | 1,068 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.