Chapel Lane is in Blackfield, Southampton and in New Forest district. SO45 1YY 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 Chapel Lane, Blackfield, Southampton, SO45 1YY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO45 1WP, SO45 1WR, SO45 1WQ, SO45 1WS, SO45 1YX, SO45 1WL, SO45 1WJ, SO45 1WN, SO45 1WG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO45 1YY 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 | 51.2% | 50.7% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.8% | 49.3% | 0.5% | 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 1YY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% 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 | 20.1% | 15.5% | -4.6% | 37.9% | -22.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 59.7% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 9.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.1% | 36.3% | 3.2% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 43.2% | 38.6% | -4.6% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 20.2% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 28.3% | 16.6% | -11.7% | 18.2% | -1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 13.2% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 15.7% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 11% | 9.8% | -1.2% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 17% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 25.5% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.9% | 94.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 94.1% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.3% | 76.7% | 6.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.9% | 13.5% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Lane was 41.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.6% lower than the Fawley, Blackfield, Calshot & Langley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Lane has the 18th highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Fawley, Blackfield, Calshot & Langley and the 270th highest crime rate of 549 local areas in New Forest .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top End Chapel Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2018-08-31 | £743,542 |
| Top End Chapel Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2015-05-13 | £527,610 |
| Everglades Chapel Lane, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2013-09-27 | £523,998 |
SO45 1YY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SO45 1YY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 623 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cadland Primary School Whitefield Road , SO45 2HW | 3out of 4 | 1,884 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fawley Infant School School Road , Fawley SO45 1EA | 3out of 4 | 2,353 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Church of England Infant School Teachers Way , Holbury SO45 2QG | 3out of 4 | 2,668 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wildground Junior School Armitage Avenue , Dibden Purlieu SO45 4LG | 3out of 4 | 5,392 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 | 2,933 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 | 1,877 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW FOREST BISTRO | 159-161 HAMPTON LANE, BLACKFIELD | 499 yd | |
| WENDY'S CAFE | 183 HAMPTON LANE, BLACKFIELD | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAWLEY ROYAL BRITISH LEGION SOCIAL CLUB LTD | EXBURY ROAD, BLACKFIELD | 490 yd | |
| NEW FOREST CHILD CARE CIC | BLACKFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH, HAMPTON LANE | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZOUTORIAS | 124 HAMPTON LANE, BLACKFIELD | 499 yd | |
| G Js PLAICE | 146-148 HAMPTON LANE, BLACKFIELD | 499 yd | |
| CHUTNEY'S INDIAN TAKEAWAY | 179 HAMPTON LANE, BLACKFIELD | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESCO | UNIT 3, 144 HAMPTON LANE | 499 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | 154 HAMPTON LANE, BLACKFIELD | 676 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth Recreation Ground Thornbury Avenue | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| Blackfield Primary School HAMPTON LANE | grass pitches | 815 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.