West Common is in Blackfield, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO45 1XJ 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 West Common, Blackfield, Southampton, SO45 1XJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO45 1XL, SO45 1ZL, SO45 1SP, SO45 1ZN, SO45 1ZT, SO45 1ZR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO45 1XJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 50.7% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.3% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 SO45 1XJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% 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 | 25.5% | 21.4% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 61.3% | 6.0% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 8.6% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 6.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 43.8% | 41% | -2.8% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 40.3% | 4.8% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 15.5% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 26.7% | 20.2% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 7.5% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 10.9% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 10.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 17.2% | 3.1% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 31.5% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 99% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 96.2% | 96.9% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1% | 2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| 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 | 95.9% | 97.6% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.7% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 60.1% | 46.2% | 13.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Common was 30.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.4% lower than the Fawley, Blackfield, Calshot & Langley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Common has the 18th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in Fawley, Blackfield, Calshot & Langley and the 202nd lowest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Cottage West Common, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-03-01 | £486,570 |
| Settlers Rest West Common, Southampton, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £850,000 | 2022-12-02 | £791,734 |
| Eden West Common, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2020-09-16 | £730,072 |
| 2 Solent View West Common, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £402,500 | 2019-11-25 | £478,094 |
| Lakeside West Common, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £700,000 | 2017-04-28 | £846,554 |
SO45 1XJ 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 SO45 1XJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 54% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 145 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackfield Primary School Hampton Lane , Blackfield SO45 1XA | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cadland Primary School Whitefield Road , SO45 2HW | 3out of 4 | 2,649 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fawley Infant School School Road , Fawley SO45 1EA | 3out of 4 | 3,110 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Infant School Teachers Way , Holbury SO45 2QG | 3out of 4 | 3,418 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 3,732 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 | 2,686 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LANGLEY TAVERN | LEPE ROAD, LANGLEY | 732 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 | 38.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.88 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.88 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.86 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.