Brookside is in Totton, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO40 9FL is located in the Totton South 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 Brookside, Totton, Southampton, SO40 9FL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO40 9FD, SO40 9FJ, SO40 9FP, SO40 9JR, SO40 9FW, SO40 9FE, SO40 9FB, SO40 9FG, SO40 9UZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO40 9FL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% 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 | 53.7% | 53.7% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 46.3% | 46.3% | 0.0% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SO40 9FL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.9% | 44.4% | 9.5% | 37.9% | 6.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.2% | 33.5% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -10.7% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 10.5% | -3.2% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 8.8% | -0.8% | 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 | 42.5% | 44.3% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 27.2% | -9.2% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 18.1% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 8.4% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 23% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 13.8% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 15.5% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8.4% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 15.9% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.3% | 19.2% | -0.1% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 4% | 4.2% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 96.5% | 97.3% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 97.3% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.4% | 76.7% | -8.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 55.7% | 37.2% | 18.5% |
| Christian | 37.9% | 46.2% | -8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookside was 70.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.9% lower than the Marchwood & Eling average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brookside has the 17th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Marchwood & Eling and the 159th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Brookside, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-01-30 | £252,922 |
| 6 Brookside, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2021-08-20 | £259,444 |
| 32 Brookside, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2021-05-07 | £256,435 |
| 19 Brookside, Southampton, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £237,000 | 2016-12-19 | £300,431 |
| 9 Brookside, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £223,500 | 2015-03-05 | £322,908 |
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Transport and storage | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eling Infant School and Nursery School Road , Totton SO40 9HX | 3out of 4 | 854 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydlynch Infant School Lydlynch Road, , Totton SO40 3DW | 3out of 4 | 1,253 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotswood Junior School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8EB | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxhills Junior School Foxhills Lane , Ashurst SO40 7ED | 3out of 4 | 1,606 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxhills Infant School Foxhills , Colbury SO40 7ED | 3out of 4 | 1,688 yd | Community 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 | 491 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Testwood School Testwood Lane , Totton SO40 3ZW | 3out of 4 | 2,044 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,553 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 4,178 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 4,258 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 | 1,140 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| GLADE School 49 Junction Road , Totton SO40 3BU | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass School Green Lane , Millbrook SO16 9FQ | 3out of 4 | 4,169 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 4,754 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchwood Park Hospital School Southampton Priory Hospital , Marchwood Park SO40 4DA | - not rated | 4,885 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESTAURANT AO | SUNNYFIELD ORGANIC FARM, JACOBS GUTTER LANE | 681 yd | |
| ELING TIDE MILL EXPERIENCE | MILL CAFE, 24, ELING | 735 yd | |
| COURT HOUSE CATERING LTD/BIG BLUE CAFE | UNITS 44 AND 51, NEW FOREST, CHAPEL LANE | 844 yd | |
| COFFEE OASIS | 23A RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE NEW INN | MAIN ROAD, TOTTON | 592 yd | |
| THE KING RUFUS | ELING HILL, ELING | 835 yd | |
| TOTTON RECREATION CLUB | 66 RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 850 yd | |
| THE PEG AND PARROT | 44 RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 850 yd | |
| ELING SAILING CLUB | ELING HILL, ELING | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHAPLA TANDOORI TOTTON | 46 RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 850 yd | |
| HONG KONG | 45 RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 857 yd | |
| ROMNA TANDOORI INDIAN TAKEAWAY | 39 RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 857 yd | |
| LITTLE INDIA | 35-37 RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 975 yd | |
| CHARCOAL GRILL | 16 RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO-OPERATIVE GROUP | 23 RUMBRIDGE STREET, TOTTON | 975 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hounsdown School JACOBS GUTTER LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 451 yd |
| Eling Recreation Ground BARTRAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 711 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 | 75.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.