Sylvia Crescent is in Totton, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO40 3LP 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 Sylvia Crescent, Totton, Southampton, SO40 3LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO40 3LN, SO40 3LL, SO40 3PJ, SO40 3PG, SO40 3PF, SO40 3PN, SO40 3PH, SO40 3PL, SO40 3PE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO40 3LP, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 52.9% | 52.1% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 47.1% | 47.9% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 26.8% | 28.3% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 49.4% | -3.0% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 10.4% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 9.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 3.5% |
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 | 41% | 38% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 38.7% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 18% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 4.5% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 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.
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 18.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.9% | 22.1% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 16.9% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 7.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12% | -1.8% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.6% | 12.4% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 7.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 16.1% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 18.9% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -14.9% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.6% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.3% | 95.1% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 96.4% | 97% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 97% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.8% | 13.5% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sylvia Crescent was 60.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.7% lower than the Totton Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sylvia Crescent has the 10th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Totton Central and the 181st highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Sylvia Crescent, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2024-05-03 | £355,767 |
| 5 Sylvia Crescent, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2023-09-12 | £352,888 |
| 49 Sylvia Crescent, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2022-11-03 | £398,580 |
| 47 Sylvia Crescent, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-08-27 | £324,329 |
| 1 Sylvia Crescent, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2019-04-08 | £325,614 |
SO40 3LP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SO40 3LP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield Primary School Sylvia Crescent , Totton SO40 3LN | 1out of 4 | 325 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calmore Junior School Calmore Drive , Calmore SO40 2ZZ | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Calmore Infant School Calmore Drive , Calmore SO40 2ZZ | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotswood Junior School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8EB | 3out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydlynch Infant School Lydlynch Road, , Totton SO40 3DW | 3out of 4 | 1,156 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 | 868 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hounsdown School Jacobs Gutter Lane , Totton SO40 9FT | 4out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,882 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 3,922 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 4,761 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 | 1,263 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| GLADE School 49 Junction Road , Totton SO40 3BU | - not rated | 1,695 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 3,839 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass School Green Lane , Millbrook SO16 9FQ | 3out of 4 | 3,852 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 5,360 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | 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 | 576 yd | |
| LOTTIE TOTS STREET | 92 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 746 yd | |
| MO'S DINER | SOUTH HAMPSHIRE INDUSTRIAL PARK, EDDYSTONE ROAD | 875 yd | |
| STARBUCKS | SOUTH HAMPSHIRE INDUSTRIAL PARK, EDDYSTONE ROAD | 895 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESTWOOD | SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 649 yd | |
| TOTTONIANS RFC LTD | WATER LANE, TOTTON | 791 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESTWOOD CHEF | 217 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 147 yd | |
| NICOLE'S TAKEAWAY | 210 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 211 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Testwood Recreation Ground SALISBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 343 yd |
| Testwood School TESTWOOD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 687 yd |
| Totton Health And Leisure WATER LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 808 yd |
| Totton College Water Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 821 yd |
| Calmore Junior School CALMORE DRIVE | grass pitches | 903 yd |
| Abbotswood Junior School RINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 973 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 | 88.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 136.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.