Upper Northam Road is in Hedge End, Southampton and in Eastleigh district. SO30 4EA is located in the Hedge End South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eastleigh. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Upper Northam Road, Hedge End, Southampton, SO30 4EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO30 4EB, SO30 4TA, SO30 4ED, SO30 4LA, SO30 4AN, SO30 4DX, SO30 4AE, SO30 4SW, SO30 4AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO30 4EA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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% | 52.1% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 50.3% | 47.9% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 SO30 4EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.2% 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 | 32.9% | 28.6% | -4.3% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.7% | 57.2% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 13.0% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 8.3% | 2.1% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 5.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.6%) 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 | 56.9% | 61.4% | 4.5% | 48.4% | 13.0% |
| Good health | 33% | 27.2% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 9.3% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 SO30 4EA this area, 7.6% 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 44.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.1% | 7.6% | -4.5% | 18.2% | -10.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 6.9% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 15.9% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.4% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 19.6% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.7% | 44.2% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 10.4% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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 | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94.3% | 95.5% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 94.3% | 96.7% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 95.8% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 6% | 13.5% | -7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Northam Road was 85.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.9% higher than the Botley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Upper Northam Road has the 21st highest crime rate of 91 local areas in Botley and the 89th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Eastleigh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Upper Northam Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £297,396 | 2024-02-23 | £301,432 |
| 19 Upper Northam Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £487,000 | 2022-06-14 | £480,078 |
| 23 Upper Northam Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-12-10 | £334,650 |
| 73 Upper Northam Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2021-09-29 | £632,798 |
| 49 Upper Northam Road, Southampton, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-09-21 | £347,053 |
SO30 4EA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SO30 4EA 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 | 111 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shamblehurst Primary School Wildern Lane , Hedge End SO30 4EJ | 3out of 4 | 986 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freegrounds Infant School Hobb Lane , Hedge End SO30 0GG | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freegrounds Junior School Hobb Lane , Hedge End SO30 0GG | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kanes Hill Primary School Fairfax Court , Hinkler Road SO19 6FW | 2out of 4 | 1,280 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Copse Primary School Kings Copse Road , Hedge End SO30 0PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,286 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wildern School Wildern Lane , Hedge End SO30 4EJ | 4out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Community College Minstead Avenue , SO18 5FW | 2out of 4 | 2,188 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deer Park Woodhouse Lane , Hedge End | - not rated | 2,331 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Mayfield Ashley Crescent , SO19 9NA | 3out of 4 | 3,708 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Sholing Middle Road , Sholing SO19 8PH | 2out of 4 | 3,850 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Itchen College Middle Road , Bitterne SO19 7TB | - not rated | 3,548 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Serendipity School 399 Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DS | - not rated | 1,921 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Springwell School Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DH | 4out of 4 | 2,229 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fair Ways School New Road , Swanwick SO31 7HE | - not rated | 4,192 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarrow Heights School 104-106 Cobden Avenue , Bitterne Park SO18 1FS | - not rated | 4,345 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg School Townhill Park House , Cutbush Lane SO18 2GF | - not rated | 4,373 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KINGS COMMUNITY CHURCH - JUNCTION CAFE | KING'S COMMUNITY CHURCH, UPPER NORTHAM ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4BZ | 454 yd | |
| THE LONGSHIP CAFE | HEDGE END GOLF CENTRE, UPPER NORTHAM ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4BZ | 468 yd | |
| SPRING TIDES CAFE | LANKESTER HOUSE, 1 FREEGROUNDS ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 0HG | 477 yd | |
| GREGGS | 3A LOWER NORTHAM ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4FN | 558 yd | |
| COSTA COFFEE @ NEXT | UNIT 4, HEDGE END RETAIL PARK, CHARLES WATTS WAY, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4RT | 596 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hedge End Club Ltd | HEDGE END CLUB, 4 BURSLEDON ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 0BR | 392 yd | |
| COOP MICROBAR | 5 LOWER NORTHAM ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4FN | 563 yd | |
| Southern Parishes Conservative Club | SOUTHERN PARISHES CONSERVATIVE CLUB, THE HILL, UPPER NORTHAM CLOSE, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4BB | 595 yd | |
| THE BARLEYCORN | THE BARLEYCORN PUBLIC HOUSE, 2 LOWER NORTHAM ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4FQ | 610 yd | |
| THE BERRY THEATRE | THE BERRY THEATRE, WILDERN LANE, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4EJ | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J HENRY'S FISH & CHIPS | 5A UPPER NORTHAM ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4DY | 448 yd | |
| DOMINO'S PIZZA | 6 ST JOHNS CENTRE, ST JOHNS ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4QU | 457 yd | |
| Mr PIZZA | 11 ST JOHNS CENTRE, ST JOHNS ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4QU | 457 yd | |
| WOK HARD | 1B LOWER NORTHAM ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4FN | 524 yd | |
| Hedge End Kebabs | 5A LOWER NORTHAM ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4FN | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO-OP | 9B LOWER NORTHAM ROAD, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4FN | 586 yd | |
| ALDI STORES LIMITED | UNIT 1, HEDGE END RETAIL PARK, CHARLES WATTS WAY, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 4RT | 656 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | SAINSBURY SUPERMARKET, TOLLBAR WAY, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 2UH | 890 yd | |
| MARKS & SPENCER | MARKS AND SPENCER PLC, TOLLBAR WAY, HEDGE END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO30 2UH | 1,072 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hedge End Village Hall ST. JOHNS ROAD | 369 yd | |
| Greta Park SOWDEN CLOSE | grass pitches | 418 yd |
| Turnpike Way Recreation Ground THISTLE ROAD | grass pitches | 449 yd |
| Hedge End Golf Centre UPPER NORTHAM ROAD | golf, health and fitness suite | 569 yd |
| Wildern Leisure Centre WILDERN SCHOOL WILDERN SCHOOL WILDERN LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 935 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 | 97.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.9% |
| 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 | 79.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.