Orchard Close is in Alresford and in Winchester district. SO24 9PY is located in the Alresford and Itchen Valley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Winchester. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Close, Alresford, SO24 9PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO24 9XF, SO24 9NL, SO24 9XE, SO24 9PQ, SO24 9PG, SO24 9PA, SO24 9ND, SO24 9PW, SO24 9NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO24 9PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.4% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 48.6% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 32.5% | 33.6% | 1.1% | 37.9% | -4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 49.2% | 3.4% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 10.7% | -3.9% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 (89.5%) 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 | 59.5% | 55.1% | -4.4% | 48.4% | 6.7% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 34.4% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 8.5% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 SO24 9PY this area, 4.5% 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 53.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -13.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 6.5% | -3.5% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 10.2% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.9% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.8% | 18.4% | -0.4% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.1% | 53.1% | 11.0% | 33.8% | 19.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0.4% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.6% | 96.3% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 91.9% | 93.9% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 91.6% | 94.5% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 0% | -6.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 44.9% | 46.2% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Close was 3.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.1% lower than the Alresford and Itchen Valley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Close has the lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Alresford and Itchen Valley and the 3rd lowest crime rate of 379 local areas in Winchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.4%.
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.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Orchard Close, Alresford, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £760,000 | 2024-07-26 | £814,398 |
| 49 Orchard Close, Alresford, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-02-16 | £426,568 |
| 69 Orchard Close, Alresford, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2023-10-12 | £529,201 |
| 16 Orchard Close, Alresford, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2023-01-27 | £552,655 |
| 21 Orchard Close, Alresford, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £856,000 | 2022-10-19 | £863,509 |
SO24 9PY 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| 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 | 513 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sun Hill Infant School Sun Lane , SO24 9NB | 4out of 4 | 513 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheriton Primary School Cheriton , SO24 0QA | 4out of 4 | 3,395 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 | 915 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Country Buffet (Cafe) | Mid Hants Railway Plc, West Country Buffet | 996 yd | |
| The Countryman | Alresford Station, Station Road | 996 yd | |
| Railway Buffet Car Used March Nov On Train From Cafe | Alresford Station, Station Road | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cricketers Inn | The Alresford Cricketers, Jacklyns Lane | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | The Co-op, 47 West Street | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alresford Golf Club TICHBORNE DOWN TICHBORNE DOWN | golf | 760 yd |
| Stratten Bates Grange Road | grass pitches | 824 yd |
| Evolution Health And Fitness (Perins Community School) POUND HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,000 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 | 26.8% |
| 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 | 73.2% |
| Median download speed | 21.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 35.25 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 35.25 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 3.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.46 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.