Meadow Way is in Fawley, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO45 1FP is located in the Fawley, Blackfield, Calshot & Langley 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 Meadow Way, Fawley, Southampton, SO45 1FP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO45 1FN, SO45 1FL, SO45 1EZ, SO45 1EA, SO45 1BZ, SO45 1DB, SO45 1DA, SO45 1DL, SO45 1DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SO45 1FP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 49.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50% | 50.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 27.8% | 30.5% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -7.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 48.6% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 4.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 13.3% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 5.2% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 44.2% | 46.5% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 33.7% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 14.7% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 5% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.4% | 15.2% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 13.3% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.8% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 22.4% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 22.9% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 7% | 5.2% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.1% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 95.3% | 97.7% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 97.7% | 4.5% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Way was 39.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.0% lower than the Fawley, Blackfield, Calshot & Langley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Way has the 20th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Fawley, Blackfield, Calshot & Langley and the 265th lowest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Meadow Way, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2023-12-15 | £293,067 |
| 1 Meadow Way, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £279,950 | 2021-06-29 | £299,257 |
| 10 Meadow Way, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2019-12-18 | £342,879 |
| 6 Meadow Way, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2017-06-27 | £365,357 |
| 9 Meadow Way, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2015-06-05 | £364,760 |
SO45 1FP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fawley Infant School School Road , Fawley SO45 1EA | 3out of 4 | 310 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackfield Primary School Hampton Lane , Blackfield SO45 1XA | 3out of 4 | 1,637 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cadland Primary School Whitefield Road , SO45 2HW | 3out of 4 | 2,313 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Infant School Teachers Way , Holbury SO45 2QG | 3out of 4 | 2,791 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wildground Junior School Armitage Avenue , Dibden Purlieu SO45 4LG | 3out of 4 | 5,085 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The New Forest Academy Long Lane , Holbury SO45 2PA | 3out of 4 | 2,715 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Forest School Fawley Road , Fawley SO45 1FJ | - not rated | 278 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| EUREST | EXXONMOBIL, MARSH LANE | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FALCON INN | THE SQUARE, FAWLEY | 339 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALAM SPICE | 1 THE SQUARE, FAWLEY | 339 yd | |
| EVERGREEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 2 THE SQUARE, FAWLEY | 378 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Hall JUBILEE HALL JUBILEE HALL THE SQUARE | squash courts | 389 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% |
| Median download speed | 62.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 56.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.69 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.69 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.