Stannington Way is in Totton, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO40 3QT 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 Stannington Way, Totton, Southampton, SO40 3QT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO40 3BG, SO40 3BT, SO40 3QB, SO40 3BD, SO40 3BE, SO40 3BH, SO40 3QA, SO40 3QJ, SO40 3FQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO40 3QT 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 | 53.4% | 51.4% | -2.0% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.6% | 48.6% | 2.0% | 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 | 13.4% | 18% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -19.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 47.9% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 3.7% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10% | 17% | 7.0% | 9.1% | 7.9% |
| Widowed | 19.9% | 14.9% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 8.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 34.8% | 34.7% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -13.7% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 34.3% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 21.1% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 8.4% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
In the area around SO40 3QT this area, 29.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.3% | 29.9% | -13.4% | 18.2% | 11.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 11.9% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 12.4% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 8.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9% | 10.8% | 1.8% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 19.6% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 4% | 6.7% | 2.7% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.7% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 95.9% | 96.7% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.5% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 97.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 2.8% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Turkey | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.4% | 37.2% | -0.8% |
| Christian | 55.1% | 46.2% | 8.9% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stannington Way was 51.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.9% lower than the Marchwood & Eling average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Stannington Way has the 22nd highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Marchwood & Eling and the 213th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.9%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Stannington Way, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2015-08-26 | £313,156 |
| 1 Stannington Way, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2011-12-19 | £388,014 |
| 1 Stannington Way, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £234,950 | 2007-07-06 | £372,071 |
SO40 3QT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 3QT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lydlynch Infant School Lydlynch Road, , Totton SO40 3DW | 3out of 4 | 703 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Primary School Sylvia Crescent , Totton SO40 3LN | 1out of 4 | 897 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotswood Junior School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8EB | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eling Infant School and Nursery School Road , Totton SO40 9HX | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Primary School Studland Road , Millbrook SO16 9BB | 3out of 4 | 1,837 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 | 420 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,799 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hounsdown School Jacobs Gutter Lane , Totton SO40 9FT | 4out of 4 | 2,159 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 3,140 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 3,700 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLADE School 49 Junction Road , Totton SO40 3BU | - not rated | 621 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Park School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8DZ | 3out of 4 | 791 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass School Green Lane , Millbrook SO16 9FQ | 3out of 4 | 3,059 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 3,351 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Hospital School 119 Tremona Road , SO16 6HU | 3out of 4 | 4,425 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PAPA JOHNS PIZZA | 21 COMMERCIAL ROAD, TOTTON | 297 yd | |
| COSTA COFFEE | 5-7 COMMERCIAL ROAD, TOTTON | 305 yd | |
| CAFE AROMA | 19 COMMERCIAL ROAD, TOTTON | 305 yd | |
| THE FAMILY HOUSE | 53 COMMERCIAL ROAD, TOTTON | 374 yd | |
| ARROSTO DI CAFFE | 8 COMMERCIAL ROAD, TOTTON | 390 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE SALMON LEAP | TESTWOOD LANE, TOTTON | 208 yd | |
| TOTTON CONSERVATIVE CLUB | 1 SOUTH PARADE, SALISBURY ROAD | 305 yd | |
| 6 BARRELS | 31 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 332 yd | |
| THE KEYS | 18 COMMERCIAL ROAD, TOTTON | 390 yd | |
| ELEPHANT AND CASTLE | 40 COMMERCIAL ROAD, TOTTON | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TOTTON FISH BAR | 25 COMMERCIAL ROAD, TOTTON | 305 yd | |
| DOMINO'S PIZZA | 35 SALISBURY ROAD, TOTTON | 335 yd | |
| FAST WOK | 3 SALISBURY ROAD ARCADE, TOTTON | 356 yd | |
| CHILLI TANDOORI EXPRESS | 2 SALISBURY ROAD ARCADE, TOTTON | 356 yd | |
| NEW HAPPY PALACE | 65 COMMERCIAL ROAD, TOTTON | 374 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA STORES LTD | MAYNARD ROAD, TOTTON | 451 yd | |
| LIDL | UNIT 1, TOTTON RET, 62-96 COMMERCIAL ROAD | 510 yd | |
| CO-OPERATIVE GROUP | 23 RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 788 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Testwood Park (Closed) Testwood Place | grass pitches | 111 yd |
| Testwood School TESTWOOD LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 656 yd |
| Testwood Recreation Ground SALISBURY ROAD | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Eling Recreation Ground BARTRAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 991 yd |
| Abbotswood Junior School RINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,021 yd |
| Totton And Eling Sports Ground (Closed) Southern Gardens | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 13.5% |
| 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 | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 104 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.62 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.62 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.