Goodwood Gardens is in Totton, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO40 2GF is located in the Totton North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of New Forest East. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Goodwood Gardens, Totton, Southampton, SO40 2GF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO40 8UU, SO40 2UU, SO40 2AW, SO40 2SU, SO40 2UT, SO40 8SE, SO40 8SB, SO40 2GL, SO40 3HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO40 2GF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.4% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.6% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 32.4% | 38.5% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 0.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.4% | 39.8% | -8.6% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 14% | 11.7% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 6.9% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 42.7% | 36.9% | -5.8% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 39.4% | 0.1% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 16.5% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.3% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24% | 23.2% | -0.8% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 12.3% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 13.6% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 5.3% | -2.3% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 18.9% | 5.3% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 22.8% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 95% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 97.2% | 92.1% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 5% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 92.4% | -4.8% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0.4% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.3% | 76.7% | -0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.7% | 37.2% | 11.5% |
| Christian | 44.1% | 46.2% | -2.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Goodwood Gardens was 69.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.3% lower than the Totton Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Goodwood Gardens has the 9th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Totton Central and the 162nd highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Goodwood Gardens, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2022-11-10 | £287,684 |
| 36 Goodwood Gardens, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-03-05 | £285,307 |
| 10 Goodwood Gardens, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2018-03-29 | £263,286 |
| 1 Goodwood Gardens, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2016-09-23 | £273,270 |
| 35 Goodwood Gardens, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2015-07-10 | £289,476 |
SO40 2GF 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calmore Junior School Calmore Drive , Calmore SO40 2ZZ | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calmore Infant School Calmore Drive , Calmore SO40 2ZZ | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Sylvia Crescent , Totton SO40 3LN | 1out of 4 | 862 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Wood Infant School Hazel Farm Road , Totton SO40 8WU | 4out of 4 | 978 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotswood Junior School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8EB | 3out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Testwood School Testwood Lane , Totton SO40 3ZW | 3out of 4 | 1,528 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hounsdown School Jacobs Gutter Lane , Totton SO40 9FT | 4out of 4 | 2,898 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 3,521 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 4,636 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 5,417 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,502 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| GLADE School 49 Junction Road , Totton SO40 3BU | - not rated | 2,134 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 4,548 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass School Green Lane , Millbrook SO16 9FQ | 3out of 4 | 4,565 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CHAPEL | 12 HAMMONDS GREEN, TOTTON | 622 yd | |
| HANGER FARM ARTS CENTRE | AIKMAN LANE, TOTTON | 799 yd | |
| TOTTON AND ELING TENNIS CENTRE | LE CAFE DU TENNIS, AIKMAN LANE | 799 yd | |
| SO40 | WEST TOTTON COMMUNITY CENTRE, HAZEL FARM ROAD | 933 yd | |
| STARBUCKS | SOUTH HAMPSHIRE INDUSTRIAL PARK, EDDYSTONE ROAD | 1,083 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOTTONIANS RFC LTD | WATER LANE, TOTTON | 469 yd | |
| SAXON INN | CALMORE DRIVE, CALMORE | 698 yd | |
| TESTWOOD | SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 979 yd | |
| OLD FARMHOUSE | RINGWOOD ROAD, TOTTON | 1,044 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESTWOOD CHEF | 217 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 857 yd | |
| NICOLE'S TAKEAWAY | 210 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 907 yd | |
| AAMNAH'S INDIAN KITCHEN | 3 WATSON WALK, TOTTON | 998 yd | |
| MINGS CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 2B WATSON WALK, TOTTON | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESCO EXPRESS SUPERMARKET | 1 WATSON WALK, TOTTON | 1,003 yd | |
| MORRISONS | SPRUCE DRIVE, TOTTON | 1,009 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Totton Health And Leisure WATER LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 437 yd |
| Totton College Water Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 464 yd |
| Calmore Junior School CALMORE DRIVE | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| Testwood Recreation Ground SALISBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Totton And Eling Tennis Centre AIKMAN LANE | tennis courts | 925 yd |
| Hanger Farm Playing Field Aikman Lane | grass pitches | 934 yd |
| West Totton Community Centre HAZEL FARM ROAD | squash courts | 949 yd |
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGES RECREATION GROUND KING GEORGES RECREATION GROUND CALMORE ROAD | grass pitches | 991 yd |
| Abbotswood Junior School RINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,064 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% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.