The Dean is in Alresford and in Winchester district. SO24 9BJ is located in the Alresford and Itchen Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Winchester. This postcode has been in use since 1998-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Dean, Alresford, SO24 9BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO24 9BG, SO24 9BH, SO24 9BD, SO24 9AZ, SO24 9BE, SO24 9BB, SO24 9BX, SO24 9BQ, SO24 9BA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO24 9BJ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 59.9% of the population 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 | 56.2% | 59.9% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 8.9% |
| Male | 43.8% | 40.1% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -8.9% |
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 | 20.6% | 15.7% | -4.9% | 37.9% | -22.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.1% | 45.9% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 1.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 11.2% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 24.4% | 10.5% | 6.1% | 18.3% |
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 | 50.2% | 39.9% | -10.3% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 35.1% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 1.5% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 18.3% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 5.6% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 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.
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 47.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.1% | 14.1% | 3.0% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 8.3% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.3% | 17.4% | 4.1% | 13.4% | 4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 2.5% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 8.3% | -1.1% | 16.9% | -8.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.7% | 47.7% | -4.0% | 33.8% | 13.9% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.4% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 95% | 92.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.9% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 91.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 1.1% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.2% | 76.7% | 16.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.1% | 37.2% | -12.1% |
| Christian | 64.8% | 46.2% | 18.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Dean was 65.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.6% higher than the Alresford and Itchen Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Dean has the 7th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Alresford and Itchen Valley and the 97th highest crime rate of 379 local areas in Winchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
SO24 9BJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SO24 9BJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 59% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 143 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Hill Junior School Sun Lane , SO24 9NB | 1out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sun Hill Infant School Sun Lane , SO24 9NB | 4out of 4 | 1,085 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheriton Primary School Cheriton , SO24 0QA | 4out of 4 | 4,673 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Itchen Abbas Primary School School Lane , Itchen Abbas SO21 1BE | 3out of 4 | 5,163 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perins School Pound Hill , SO24 9BS | 3out of 4 | 423 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiffin Tearooms | 50 West Street, Alresford | 304 yd | |
| Shapla Restaurant | 60 West Street, Alresford | 304 yd | |
| The Arlebury Bar | Alresford Town Council, Arlebury Park | 344 yd | |
| The Arlebury Cafe Pka Cuppacheeno | Alresford Town Council, Arlebury Park | 344 yd | |
| Loaf | 13 West Street, Alresford | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bell Inn | 12 West Street, Alresford | 378 yd | |
| The Town House | 32 Broad Street, Alresford | 467 yd | |
| The Globe | The Globe On The Lake, 20 The Soke | 473 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daves Fish And Chips | 23 West Street, Alresford | 360 yd | |
| Hobby Horse Chinese Takeaway | 6 - 8 Broad Street, Alresford | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | The Co-op, 47 West Street | 334 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arlebury Park The Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 217 yd |
| Evolution Health And Fitness (Perins Community School) POUND HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 335 yd |
| Stratten Bates Grange Road | grass pitches | 628 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.