Woodglade Close is in Marchwood, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO40 4XT is located in the Marchwood & Eling 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 Woodglade Close, Marchwood, Southampton, SO40 4XT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO40 4UZ, SO40 4XR, SO40 4SB, SO40 4XU, SO40 4SG, SO40 4SU, SO40 4YQ, SO40 4XP, SO40 4US.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO40 4XT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.7% | -0.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.3% | 0.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 4XT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.7% 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 | 27.6% | 22.5% | -5.1% | 37.9% | -15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.2% | 62.7% | 5.5% | 44.2% | 18.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 8% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 4% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.4% | 49.1% | -6.3% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 37.7% | 4.9% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 12% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.8% | 10.1% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 9.7% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 14.7% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 5.4% | -0.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 22.7% | 8.9% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.3% | 35.6% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.8% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 90.9% | 96.6% | 5.7% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 92% | 91.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 91.7% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.3% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 1.7% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.4% | 37.2% | 8.2% |
| Christian | 47.1% | 46.2% | 0.9% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Woodglade Close was 65.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.2% higher than the Dibden & Dibden Purlieu average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Woodglade Close has the 21st highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Dibden & Dibden Purlieu and the 170th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 1.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Woodglade Close, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2024-03-28 | £311,607 |
| 19 Woodglade Close, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-08-11 | £174,294 |
| 12 Woodglade Close, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2023-05-12 | £219,735 |
| 6 Woodglade Close, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2019-10-18 | £259,129 |
| 14 Woodglade Close, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2019-02-05 | £348,770 |
SO40 4XT 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 22 |
| Transport and storage | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marchwood Junior School Main Road , Marchwood SO40 4ZH | 4out of 4 | 132 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchwood Church of England Infant School Twiggs Lane , Marchwood SO40 4ZE | 3out of 4 | 915 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freemantle Church of England Community Academy Mansion Road , Freemantle SO15 3BQ | 3out of 4 | 3,000 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanners Brook Primary School Elmes Drive , Millbrook SO15 4PF | 3out of 4 | 3,182 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foundry Lane Primary School Foundry Lane , Shirley SO15 3JT | 3out of 4 | 3,476 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hounsdown School Jacobs Gutter Lane , Totton SO40 9FT | 4out of 4 | 3,654 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 3,799 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 3,965 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Applemore College Roman Road , Dibden Purlieu SO45 4RQ | 3out of 4 | 4,010 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Catholic School Carlton Road , SO15 2WZ | 4out of 4 | 4,353 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton City College St Mary Street , SO14 1AR | - not rated | 4,387 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 4,883 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marchwood Park Hospital School Southampton Priory Hospital , Marchwood Park SO40 4DA | - not rated | 1,346 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Polygon School Handel Terrace , SO15 2FH | 3out of 4 | 3,605 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Greenwood School Cabot Drive , Dibden SO45 5UQ | 3out of 4 | 3,886 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oak Lodge School Roman Road , Dibden Purlieu SO45 4RQ | 3out of 4 | 3,897 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Southampton Solent University East Park Terrace , SO14 0YN | - not rated | 4,235 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GATHER & GATHER BY CH&CO | STAPLEWOOD CAMPUS, LONG LANE | 884 yd | |
| BROCKENHURST COLLEGE REFECTORY SERVICES | MARCHWOO, NORTH ROAD | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE WHITE HORSE | MAIN ROAD, MARCHWOOD | 195 yd | |
| THE ROEBUCK INN | 19 MARCHWOOD VILLAGE CENTRE, MARCHWOOD | 239 yd | |
| THE PILGRIM INN | HYTHE ROAD, MARCHWOOD | 830 yd | |
| PLANET KIDS CIC | MARCHWOOD CHURCH OF ENGLAND INFANT SCHOOL, TWIGGS LANE | 928 yd | |
| MARCHWOOD YACHT CLUB | MAGAZINE LANE, MARCHWOOD | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BULTHI HUT INDIAN TAKEAWAY | 16 MARCHWOOD VILLAGE CENTRE, MARCHWOOD | 239 yd | |
| SUNSHINE VALLEY | 11 MARCHWOOD VILLAGE CENTRE, MARCHWOOD | 239 yd | |
| KJ'S CAFE | UNIT A1, N, MARCHWOOD INDUSTRIAL PARK | 934 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marchwood Junior School MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 219 yd |
| Lloyds Recreation Ground Main Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 341 yd |
| Staplewood (Southampton Fc) LONG LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 883 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 | 17.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 17.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 17.4% |
| 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 | 39.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.39 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.