Albany Road is in Bishops Waltham, Southampton and in Winchester district. SO32 1BY is located in the Bishop's Waltham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Albany Road, Bishops Waltham, Southampton, SO32 1BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO32 1GE, SO32 1RQ, SO32 1NL, SO32 1BW, SO32 1RP, SO32 1JX, SO32 1DF, SO32 1NZ, SO32 1RN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SO32 1BY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 49.4% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50.6% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 23.8% | 28.6% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 51% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 11.9% | -2.6% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.4% | 46.4% | -11.0% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 36.3% | 9.6% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 12% | 12.5% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 SO32 1BY this area, 7.1% 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 51.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 7.1% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -11.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 8.1% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 11.9% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.7% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 13.3% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.5% | 51.4% | 7.9% | 33.8% | 17.6% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.2% | 98% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.8% | 92.9% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 92.9% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albany Road was 56.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.7% lower than the Bishop's Waltham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albany Road has the 26th highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Bishop's Waltham and the 117th highest crime rate of 379 local areas in Winchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.0%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Patricks Albany Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2021-12-10 | £720,440 |
| Sycamore House Albany Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-02-26 | £496,073 |
| 1 Priory View Albany Road, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £422,500 | 2020-09-11 | £504,365 |
| Corbiere Albany Road, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2019-08-28 | £470,393 |
| Brittania Cottage Albany Road, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2018-01-26 | £465,540 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop's Waltham Junior School Oak Road , Bishops Waltham SO32 1EP | 3out of 4 | 1,890 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishops Waltham Infant School Oak Road , Bishops Waltham SO32 1EP | 4out of 4 | 1,938 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upham Church of England Aided Primary School Upham Street , Upham SO32 1JD | 3out of 4 | 2,843 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Durley Church of England Controlled Primary School Durley Brook Road , Durley SO32 2AR | 4out of 4 | 3,573 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanmore Church of England Aided Primary School Church Road , Swanmore SO32 2PA | 3out of 4 | 4,217 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swanmore College New Road , Swanmore SO32 2RB | 3out of 4 | 3,910 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wyvern College Botley Road , Fair Oak SO50 7AN | 3out of 4 | 5,130 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Priory Inn | The Priory, Winchester Road | 694 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, Priory Service Station | 694 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Waltham Cricket Club BISHOPS WALTHAM CRICKET CLUB BISHOPS WALTHAM CRICKET CLUB ALBANY ROAD | grass pitches | 372 yd |
| Priory Park PRIORY PARK PRIORY PARK ELIZABETH WAY | grass pitches | 748 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 | 32.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 32.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 32.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 73.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.