Grenadier Close is in Locks Heath, Southampton and in Fareham district. SO31 6UE is located in the Locks Heath electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fareham. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grenadier Close, Locks Heath, Southampton, SO31 6UE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO31 6TZ, SO31 6UD, SO31 6UB, SO31 6UA, SO31 6UF, SO31 6XR, SO31 6WQ, SO31 6NL, SO31 6UG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO31 6UE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 51.9% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 51.3% | 48.1% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 SO31 6UE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% 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 | 28.4% | 23.2% | -5.2% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 57.4% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.3% | -2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 11.8% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 4.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (90%) 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 | 63.6% | 59.3% | -4.3% | 48.4% | 10.9% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 30.7% | 3.1% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 5.9% | 7.4% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -5.3% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 SO31 6UE this area, 5.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.9% | 5.7% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -12.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 11.8% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15.6% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 5.7% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 21% | 20.2% | -0.8% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 38.8% | 3.7% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 96.5% | 95.2% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 94.7% | 95% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 95% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 76.7% | 16.8% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.2% | 37.2% | 7.0% |
| Christian | 45.1% | 46.2% | -1.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grenadier Close was 5.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.4% lower than the Hook-with-Warsash average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Grenadier Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Hook-with-Warsash and the 10th lowest crime rate of 360 local areas in Fareham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Grenadier Close, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-01-17 | £454,241 |
| 15 Grenadier Close, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2023-09-27 | £440,884 |
| 10 Grenadier Close, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-08-02 | £319,368 |
| 9 Grenadier Close, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £367,500 | 2020-03-12 | £442,285 |
| 4 Grenadier Close, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2015-12-15 | £421,232 |
SO31 6UE 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 | 118 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School Abshot Road , Titchfield Common PO14 4NH | 3out of 4 | 722 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Locks Heath Junior School Warsash Road , Locks Heath SO31 9NZ | - not rated | 762 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Locks Heath Infant & Nursery School Warsash Road , Locks Heath SO31 9NZ | 3out of 4 | 796 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Gate Primary School Northmore Road , Park Gate SO31 6LX | 3out of 4 | 1,153 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anthony's Catholic Primary School Primate Road , Titchfield Common PO14 4RP | - not rated | 1,297 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield Community School Brook Lane , Sarisbury Green SO31 7DU | - not rated | 1,396 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Henry Cort Community College Hillson Drive , PO15 6PH | 2out of 4 | 3,747 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hamble School Satchell Lane , Hamble-le-Rice SO31 4NE | - not rated | 4,753 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hampshire College Group Bishopsfield Road , PO14 1NH | - not rated | 5,413 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Academy Lord Wilson Montefiore Drive , Sarisbury Green SO31 7NL | 3out of 4 | 1,484 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Furzebrook School Coldeast Way , Sarisbury Green SO31 7AT | - not rated | 1,756 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sarisbury Pupil Referral Unit Coldeast Way , Sarisbury Green SO31 7AT | - not rated | 1,756 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill Park School , St Margarets Lane PO14 4BS | - not rated | 2,179 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fair Ways School New Road , Swanwick SO31 7HE | - not rated | 3,163 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pixies Day Nursery | 39 Locks Road, Locks Heath | 396 yd | |
| St Johns Church Complex | St Johns Church Hall, 127 Locksheath Park Road | 477 yd | |
| Little Big Village | 21 Locks Heath Centre, Centre Way | 664 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Delivery | 23 Locks Heath Centre, Centre Way | 715 yd | |
| Yaprak Kitchen | 10 Locks Heath Centre, Centre Way | 715 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Strawberry Field Tavern | 1 Locks Heath Centre, Centre Way | 715 yd | |
| Sir Joseph Paxton | Sir Joseph Paxton, 272 Hunts Pond Road | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose Ltd | 27 - 30 Locks Heath Centre, Centre Way | 715 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lockswood Community And Sports Association The Lockswood Centre The Lockswood Centre | 625 yd | |
| Busybodys (Closed) Locks Heath Centre Locks Heath Centre Centre Way | health and fitness suite | 673 yd |
| Locks Heath Junior School WARSASH ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 716 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 | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 191.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.