Jacobs Gutter Lane is in Totton, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO40 9FY 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 Jacobs Gutter Lane, Totton, Southampton, SO40 9FY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO40 9FY, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% 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 | 52.4% | 52.9% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.1% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 9FY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.8% 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% | 25.4% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.3% | 60.8% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 16.6% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 1.9% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 7.2% | 0.7% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 6% | 4.8% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 45.9% | 52.3% | 6.4% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 34% | 30.5% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12.1% | -0.8% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 2.3% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.7% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 23.7% | 15.3% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 6.2% | -7.2% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 12.9% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 8.1% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 22% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 31.1% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 6.5% | 4.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.1% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.8% | 87.1% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 5.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 93.5% | 92.9% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 93.5% | 92.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.4% | 76.7% | 12.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 39.6% | 46.2% | -6.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Jacobs Gutter Lane was 221.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 139.7% higher than the Marchwood & Eling average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Jacobs Gutter Lane has the 3rd highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Marchwood & Eling and the 18th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 105.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 23.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colbury Manor Jacobs Gutter Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2013-07-05 | £1,353,002 |
| Ivy Cottage Jacobs Gutter Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2004-12-10 | £898,943 |
| Colbury Manor Jacobs Gutter Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2002-08-30 | £1,981,910 |
| Colbury Lodge Jacobs Gutter Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1997-11-17 | £211,872 |
SO40 9FY area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SO40 9FY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 846 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lydlynch Infant School Lydlynch Road, , Totton SO40 3DW | 3out of 4 | 1,843 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbotswood Junior School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8EB | 3out of 4 | 2,085 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Primary School Studland Road , Millbrook SO16 9BB | 3out of 4 | 2,367 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxhills Junior School Foxhills Lane , Ashurst SO40 7ED | 3out of 4 | 2,388 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 | 999 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Redbridge Community School Cuckmere Lane , SO16 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,115 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Testwood School Testwood Lane , Totton SO40 3ZW | 3out of 4 | 2,384 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Regents Park Community College King Edward Avenue , SO16 4GW | 3out of 4 | 3,480 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 3,848 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Taunton Sixth Form College Hill Lane , SO15 5RL | - not rated | 5,349 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 1,344 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Forest Park School Ringwood Road , Totton SO40 8DZ | 3out of 4 | 1,760 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compass School Green Lane , Millbrook SO16 9FQ | 3out of 4 | 3,759 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marchwood Park Hospital School Southampton Priory Hospital , Marchwood Park SO40 4DA | - not rated | 4,180 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 4,512 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| RESTAURANT AO | SUNNYFIELD ORGANIC FARM, JACOBS GUTTER LANE | 415 yd | |
| ELING TIDE MILL EXPERIENCE | MILL CAFE, 24, ELING | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE KING RUFUS | ELING HILL, ELING | 270 yd | |
| ELING SAILING CLUB | ELING HILL, ELING | 362 yd | |
| THE ANCHOR | ELING LANE, ELING | 823 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eling Recreation Ground BARTRAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,059 yd |
| Hounsdown School JACOBS GUTTER LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,083 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.