Lovedon Lane is in Kings Worthy, Winchester and in Winchester district. SO23 7NL is located in the The Worthys electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Winchester. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lovedon Lane, Kings Worthy, Winchester, SO23 7NL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO23 7NX, SO23 7NY, SO23 7NT, SO23 7NU, SO23 7PD, SO23 7FN, SO23 7NZ, SO23 7PB, SO23 7TE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO23 7NL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.9% | 51.3% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.1% | 48.8% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 27% | 25.3% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 50.6% | -1.0% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.6% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 12.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.2% | 45.3% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 38.4% | -3.2% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 15% | 12.9% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 2.2% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 27.8% | 21.1% | -6.7% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 10.5% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.7% | 10.2% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 4.5% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.7% | 11.7% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 39.5% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.6% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 95.4% | -3.2% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90.6% 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 | 91.8% | 90.6% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 4.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 90.6% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 6.3% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 0% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lovedon Lane was 21.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.7% lower than the Alresford and Itchen Valley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Lovedon Lane has the 20th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Alresford and Itchen Valley and the 88th lowest crime rate of 379 local areas in Winchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Bull Farm Lovedon Lane, Winchester, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2012-09-07 | £739,608 |
| Hill Rise Lovedon Lane, Winchester, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 1999-08-20 | £856,706 |
| Lovedean Cottage Lovedon Lane, Winchester, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 1998-07-03 | £816,612 |
| Lovedean Cottage Lovedon Lane, Winchester, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 1997-08-12 | £835,693 |
SO23 7NL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 4,333 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Worthy Primary School Church Lane , Kings Worthy SO23 7QS | 3out of 4 | 1,417 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Wonston Primary School Downs Road , South Wonston SO21 3EH | 3out of 4 | 2,875 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Farm Primary Academy Barton Farm Primary Academy , Glazier Road SO22 6HS | - not rated | 3,217 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harestock Primary School Bramshaw Close , Harestock SO22 6LU | 3out of 4 | 4,069 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weeke Primary School Stoney Lane , Weeke SO22 6DR | 3out of 4 | 4,478 yd | Community 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 | 3,663 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 | 4,389 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 | 5,018 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince's Mead School Worthy Park House , Kings Worthy SO21 1AN | - not rated | 1,873 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Osborne School Athelstan Road , SO23 7GA | 3out of 4 | 4,386 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Alresford Road , Winchester SO21 1HA | - not rated | 5,129 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Swanwick Lodge Care of: Hampshire County Council , Castle Avenue SO23 8UJ | - not rated | 5,282 yd | Secure units | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh House Hospital Alresford Road , SO21 1HD | - not rated | 5,360 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Charles | 6 Lovedon Lane, Kings Worthy | 212 yd | |
| Worthy Sports And Social Club | Lovedon Lane, Kings Worthy | 1,016 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Worthy Balti House | 12 Fraser Road, Kings Worthy | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 74 Springvale Road, Kings Worthy | 525 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Worthies Sports And Social Club LOVEDON LANE | grass pitches | 1,069 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.