Holly Hill Lane is in Sarisbury Green, Southampton and in Fareham district. SO31 7AF is located in the Sarisbury & Whiteley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fareham. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holly Hill Lane, Sarisbury Green, Southampton, SO31 7AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO31 7AE, SO31 7AJ, SO31 7LL, SO31 7LU, SO31 7LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO31 7AF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 50.5% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.7% | 49.5% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 7AF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 69.2% 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 | 16% | 20.4% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70% | 69.2% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 25.0% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8% | 6.8% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 3.6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 (91.8%) 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 | 53.5% | 58.4% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 10.0% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 33.4% | 1.9% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 4.6% | -6.8% | 12.7% | -8.1% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 44.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.2% | 10% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 12.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 4.7% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 18.6% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.8% | 44.1% | 3.3% | 33.8% | 10.3% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.5% | 96.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 91.3% | 93.1% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91% | 92.5% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.5% | 0% | -7.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.9% | 76.7% | 18.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 3.3% | 13.5% | -10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33% | 37.2% | -4.2% |
| Christian | 58% | 46.2% | 11.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holly Hill Lane was 118.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 120.8% higher than the Park Gate average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holly Hill Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Park Gate and the 42nd highest crime rate of 359 local areas in Fareham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 74 Holly Hill Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,070,000 | 2024-06-17 | £1,102,906 |
| Jubilee House, 90 Holly Hill Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £1,900,000 | 2022-09-30 | £1,835,849 |
| 68 Holly Hill Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,150,000 | 2021-11-12 | £1,191,684 |
| 64 Holly Hill Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,100,000 | 2021-07-28 | £1,223,341 |
| 74 Holly Hill Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2021-03-24 | £1,096,675 |
SO31 7AF 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 SO31 7AF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 100 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarisbury Church of England Junior School Allotment Road , Sarisbury Green SO31 7AP | 4out of 4 | 820 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sarisbury Infant School Barnes Lane , Sarisbury Green SO31 7BJ | 4out of 4 | 869 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bursledon Church of England Infant School Long Lane , Bursledon SO31 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,179 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Gate Primary School Northmore Road , Park Gate SO31 6LX | 3out of 4 | 2,238 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bursledon Junior School(CA) Long Lane , Bursledon SO31 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,262 yd | Community 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hamble School Satchell Lane , Hamble-le-Rice SO31 4NE | 3out of 4 | 2,384 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Mayfield Ashley Crescent , SO19 9NA | 3out of 4 | 4,575 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Chamberlayne Academy Tickleford Drive , Weston SO19 9QP | - not rated | 5,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LWS Academy Montefiore Drive , Sarisbury Green SO31 7NL | 2out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Fair Ways School New Road , Swanwick SO31 7HE | - not rated | 2,049 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill Park School West Hill Park , St Margarets Lane PO14 4BS | - not rated | 4,755 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Serendipity School 399 Hinkler Road , Thornhill SO19 6DS | - not rated | 5,361 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Pauls Church | St Pauls Church, Barnes Lane | 669 yd | |
| Banana Wharf Limited | Building 5, Universal Marina | 705 yd | |
| Mermaids Coffee Shop | 26 Universal Marina, Crableck Lane | 705 yd | |
| The Bold Forester | The Bold Forester, 120 Bridge Road | 955 yd | |
| Chows Dynasty | 1 Holly Close, Sarisbury Green | 962 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plaice On The Green | 176 Bridge Road, Sarisbury Green | 737 yd | |
| New Wok This Way | 62 Barnes Lane, Sarisbury Green | 981 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holly Hill Leisure Centre BARNES LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 627 yd |
| Sarisbury Green Recreation Ground The Green | grass pitches, tennis courts | 655 yd |
| Allotment Road Recreation Ground Allotment Road | grass pitches | 920 yd |
| Brookfield Community School BROOK LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,066 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 | 36.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 36.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 36.8% |
| 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 | 72.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.