Calmore Drive is in Calmore, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO40 2ZZ 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 Calmore Drive, Calmore, Southampton, SO40 2ZZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO40 2ST, SO40 2TP, SO40 2TL, SO40 2ZW, SO40 2SF, SO40 2SX, SO40 2UL, SO40 2RG, SO40 2TN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SO40 2ZZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 49.7% | 49.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50.4% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 37.2% | 35% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.3% | 44.4% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 12.1% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 3.7% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 45.4% | 45.8% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 28.3% | -10.5% | 33.6% | -5.3% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 17.1% | 5.6% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 6.8% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 16.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17% | 20.9% | 3.9% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 17.5% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 7.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 11.8% | -10.2% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 7.6% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17% | 23.2% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 16.1% | -3.0% | 33.8% | -17.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.2% | 98.4% | 5.2% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 89.9% | 98.4% | 8.5% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.6% | 98.4% | 8.8% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22% | 13.5% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.4% | 37.2% | 11.2% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Calmore Drive was 330.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 348.2% higher than the Totton Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Calmore Drive has the highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Totton Central and the 12th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 173.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Misselbrook & Weston Ltd Calmore Drive, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2005-12-22 | £727,426 |
| Misselbrook & Weston Ltd Calmore Drive, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2001-03-19 | £676,899 |
SO40 2ZZ 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate 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 | 190 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calmore Infant School Calmore Drive , Calmore SO40 2ZZ | 3out of 4 | 190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Sylvia Crescent , Totton SO40 3LN | 1out of 4 | 1,239 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Wood Infant School Hazel Farm Road , Totton SO40 8WU | 4out of 4 | 1,475 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotswood Junior School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8EB | 3out of 4 | 1,711 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 | 1,839 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hounsdown School Jacobs Gutter Lane , Totton SO40 9FT | 4out of 4 | 3,461 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 3,851 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 4,796 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,027 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| GLADE School 49 Junction Road , Totton SO40 3BU | - not rated | 2,602 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 4,582 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass School Green Lane , Millbrook SO16 9FQ | 3out of 4 | 4,732 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| STARBUCKS | SOUTH HAMPSHIRE INDUSTRIAL PARK, EDDYSTONE ROAD | 769 yd | |
| MO'S DINER | SOUTH HAMPSHIRE INDUSTRIAL PARK, EDDYSTONE ROAD | 868 yd | |
| AFC TOTTON | SALISBURY ROAD, CALMORE | 1,058 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAXON INN | CALMORE DRIVE, CALMORE | 144 yd | |
| TESTWOOD | SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 816 yd | |
| TOTTONIANS RFC LTD | WATER LANE, TOTTON | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| NICOLE'S TAKEAWAY | 210 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 1,080 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MORRISONS | SPRUCE DRIVE, TOTTON | 956 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Calmore Junior School CALMORE DRIVE | grass pitches | 101 yd |
| King George V Playing Field KING GEORGES RECREATION GROUND KING GEORGES RECREATION GROUND CALMORE ROAD | grass pitches | 458 yd |
| Totton And Eling Football Club SALISBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Testwood Stadium Salisbury Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 869 yd |
| Totton Health And Leisure WATER LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,001 yd |
| Totton College Water Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,027 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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.