Hammonds Green is in Totton, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO40 3HU is located in the Totton Central 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 Hammonds Green, Totton, Southampton, SO40 3HU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO40 3GP, SO40 3HL, SO40 3HT, SO40 3HP, SO40 3HJ, SO40 3HH, SO40 3HN, SO40 2GL, SO40 3HS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO40 3HU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 45.2% | 51.1% | 5.9% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 54.8% | 48.9% | -5.9% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 SO40 3HU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 22% | 23.8% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 56.1% | -7.0% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.9% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 8.4% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 8.8% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 32.4% | 34.7% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 46.3% | 41.2% | -5.1% | 33.6% | 7.6% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 20.1% | 5.8% | 12.7% | 7.4% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 2.6% | -3.3% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.5% | 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.
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 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 22.1% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 12.9% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 12.5% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.2% | 12.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 7.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 11.7% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 22.9% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 2.1% | 5% | 2.9% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.4% | 96.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 95.6% | 95% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 3.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 95% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hammonds Green was 19.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.0% lower than the Totton Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hammonds Green has the lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Totton Central and the 118th lowest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -86.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Hammonds Green, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-05-03 | £375,810 |
| 57 Hammonds Green, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-07-18 | £340,204 |
| 85 Hammonds Green, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-07-14 | £323,084 |
| 39 Hammonds Green, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2023-04-28 | £293,454 |
| 91 Hammonds Green, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2022-12-09 | £403,478 |
SO40 3HU 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SO40 3HU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Primary School Sylvia Crescent , Totton SO40 3LN | 1out of 4 | 612 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calmore Junior School Calmore Drive , Calmore SO40 2ZZ | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calmore Infant School Calmore Drive , Calmore SO40 2ZZ | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotswood Junior School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8EB | 3out of 4 | 849 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hazel Wood Infant School Hazel Farm Road , Totton SO40 8WU | 4out of 4 | 883 yd | Community 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 | 1,281 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hounsdown School Jacobs Gutter Lane , Totton SO40 9FT | 4out of 4 | 2,603 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 3,241 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 4,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 5,141 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 | 1,176 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| GLADE School 49 Junction Road , Totton SO40 3BU | - not rated | 1,813 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass School Green Lane , Millbrook SO16 9FQ | 3out of 4 | 4,353 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 4,404 yd | Community special school | Yes | 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 | 297 yd | |
| SO40 | WEST TOTTON COMMUNITY CENTRE, HAZEL FARM ROAD | 882 yd | |
| HANGER FARM ARTS CENTRE | AIKMAN LANE, TOTTON | 923 yd | |
| TOTTON AND ELING TENNIS CENTRE | LE CAFE DU TENNIS, AIKMAN LANE | 923 yd | |
| LOTTIE TOTS STREET | 92 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 1,027 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOTTONIANS RFC LTD | WATER LANE, TOTTON | 230 yd | |
| OLD FARMHOUSE | RINGWOOD ROAD, TOTTON | 748 yd | |
| T & ECC EVENTS LTD (TOTTON & ELING CRICKET CLUB) | SOUTHERN GARDENS, TOTTON | 903 yd | |
| SAXON INN | CALMORE DRIVE, CALMORE | 1,006 yd | |
| TESTWOOD | SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 1,061 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESTWOOD CHEF | 217 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 697 yd | |
| NICOLE'S TAKEAWAY | 210 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 798 yd | |
| AAMNAH'S INDIAN KITCHEN | 3 WATSON WALK, TOTTON | 960 yd | |
| MINGS CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 2B WATSON WALK, TOTTON | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESCO EXPRESS SUPERMARKET | 1 WATSON WALK, TOTTON | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Totton Health And Leisure WATER LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 232 yd |
| Totton College Water Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 251 yd |
| Testwood Recreation Ground SALISBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 678 yd |
| Abbotswood Junior School RINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 743 yd |
| Calmore Junior School CALMORE DRIVE | grass pitches | 857 yd |
| West Totton Community Centre HAZEL FARM ROAD | squash courts | 891 yd |
| Totton And Eling Sports Ground (Closed) Southern Gardens | grass pitches | 963 yd |
| Hanger Farm Playing Field Aikman Lane | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Totton And Eling Tennis Centre AIKMAN LANE | tennis courts | 1,076 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 | 53.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 53.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 53.3% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 21.66 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.