Bridge Road is in Bursledon, Southampton and in Eastleigh district. SO31 8AW is located in the Bursledon & Hound North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eastleigh. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridge Road, Bursledon, Southampton, SO31 8AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO31 8FS, SO31 8JJ, SO31 8AG, SO31 8AB, SO31 8AJ, SO31 8AA, SO31 8AF, SO31 8AD, SO31 7EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO31 8AW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 50.4% | 54.1% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 49.6% | 45.9% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 SO31 8AW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.9% 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 | 26.7% | 27.4% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 61.9% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 17.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 2.4% | -3.1% | 9.1% | -6.7% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 4.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) 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 | 49.9% | 56.4% | 6.5% | 48.4% | 8.0% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 30% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 8% | 8.2% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.5% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 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 8AW this area, 3.7% 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 | 12.3% | 3.7% | -8.6% | 18.2% | -14.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 9.8% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 22% | 8.2% | 13.4% | 8.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 9.8% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 22% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.2% | 30.5% | -5.7% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.4% | 92.7% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 0.1% | 5.4% |
In this area, 89% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 89% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 4.6% | 3.1% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 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 | 92.5% | 89% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 11% | 10.7% | 9.8% | 1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.7% | 76.7% | 15.0% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27% | 37.2% | -10.2% |
| Christian | 64% | 46.2% | 17.8% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridge Road was 35.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.8% lower than the Bursledon & Hound North average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Bridge Road has the 18th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Bursledon & Hound North and the 177th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Eastleigh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deacons Boatyard Bridge Road, Southampton, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £2,400,000 | 2017-03-01 | £2,507,339 |
SO31 8AW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
SO31 8AW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 23 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bursledon Church of England Infant School Long Lane , Bursledon SO31 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 893 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bursledon Junior School(CA) Long Lane , Bursledon SO31 8BZ | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sarisbury Church of England Junior School Allotment Road , Sarisbury Green SO31 7AP | 4out of 4 | 1,977 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sarisbury Infant School Barnes Lane , Sarisbury Green SO31 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,417 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Copse Primary School Kings Copse Road , Hedge End SO30 0PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,618 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hamble School Satchell Lane , Hamble-le-Rice SO31 4NE | - not rated | 2,321 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Community School Brook Lane , Sarisbury Green SO31 7DU | - not rated | 2,729 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Mayfield Ashley Crescent , SO19 9NA | 3out of 4 | 3,471 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Park Business and Enterprise College The Grove , Portsmouth Road SO19 9LX | - not rated | 3,556 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Chamberlayne College for the Arts Tickleford Drive , Weston SO19 9QP | - not rated | 4,082 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 5,067 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bursledon Hospital School Blundell Lane , Bursledon SO31 1AA | - not rated | 983 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fair Ways School New Road , Swanwick SO31 7HE | - not rated | 1,871 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Furzebrook School Coldeast Way , Sarisbury Green SO31 7AT | - not rated | 2,418 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sarisbury Pupil Referral Unit Coldeast Way , Sarisbury Green SO31 7AT | - not rated | 2,418 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy Lord Wilson Montefiore Drive , Sarisbury Green SO31 7NL | 3out of 4 | 2,545 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LITTLE CANTON also t/a THE NOODLE PLACE | LITTLE CANTON, BRIDGE ROAD, BURSLEDON, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 8AW | 86 yd | |
| Seahorse Bistro | DEACONS BOATYARD, BRIDGE ROAD, BURSLEDON, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 8AZ | 97 yd | |
| Boat House Cafe | Swanwick Boatyard, Lower Swanwick | 292 yd | |
| Vanilla Gourmet Catering Ltd | Building 9 Unit D To F, Swanwick Shore | 343 yd | |
| FEEBZ CAFE | RIVERSIDE BOATYARD, BLUNDELL LANE, BURSLEDON, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 1AA | 435 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harpers Steakhouse | 286 Bridge Road, Swanwick | 292 yd | |
| The Jolly Sailor | THE JOLLY SAILOR, LANDS END ROAD, BURSLEDON, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 8DN | 406 yd | |
| The Old Ship Inn | The Old Ship Inn, 261 Bridge Road | 721 yd | |
| The Vine Inn | THE VINE INN, HIGH STREET, BURSLEDON, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 8DJ | 894 yd | |
| The Linden Tree | THE LINDEN TREE, SCHOOL ROAD, BURSLEDON, SOUTHAMPTON, SO31 8BU | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bursledon Recreation Ground BURSLEDON HEIGHTS | grass pitches, tennis courts | 768 yd |
| Coal Park Lane EMBSAY ROAD | grass pitches | 775 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.