Winsford Gardens is in Eastleigh and in Eastleigh district. SO50 8QH is located in the Bishopstoke electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Eastleigh. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Winsford Gardens, Eastleigh, SO50 8QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO50 8JJ, SO50 8JF, SO50 8JG, SO50 8JH, SO50 8QL, SO50 8HR, SO50 8JD, SO50 8QJ, SO50 8HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO50 8QH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.4% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.6% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 SO50 8QH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.3% 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 | 20.4% | 20% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.5% | 64.3% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 20.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10% | 8.5% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 4.3% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 45.6% | 42.6% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 39.3% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 15.1% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 12.3% | 13.7% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 11.5% | -4.7% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 16.2% | -4.6% | 13.4% | 2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 6% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 20.1% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 3.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 29.1% | -1.7% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.4% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93% 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% | 93% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 93% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.3% | 76.7% | 12.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winsford Gardens was 53.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.8% higher than the Bishopstoke average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Winsford Gardens has the 31st highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Bishopstoke and the 173rd highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Eastleigh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Winsford Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2022-06-17 | £512,609 |
| 6 Winsford Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2017-12-15 | £498,400 |
| 1 Winsford Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2008-12-18 | £435,589 |
| 6 Winsford Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2005-04-20 | £481,836 |
| 7 Winsford Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2002-05-31 | £568,543 |
SO50 8QH 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 SO50 8QH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Park Infant School Abbotsbury Road , Bishopstoke SO50 8NZ | 3out of 4 | 930 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Park Junior School Underwood Road , Bishopstoke SO50 6GR | 3out of 4 | 992 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fair Oak Junior School Botley Road , Fair Oak SO50 7AN | 3out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fair Oak Infant School Botley Road , Fair Oak SO50 7AN | 4out of 4 | 1,665 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cherbourg Primary School Cherbourg Road , SO50 5QF | 3out of 4 | 3,004 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyvern College Botley Road , Fair Oak SO50 7AN | 3out of 4 | 1,531 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crestwood Community School Shakespeare Road , Boyatt Wood SO50 4FZ | 3out of 4 | 3,541 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Toynbee School Bodycoats Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2PL | 3out of 4 | 4,772 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Deer Park Woodhouse Lane , Hedge End | - not rated | 5,131 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornden School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 5,288 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 3,117 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 3,708 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King's School Lakesmere House , Allington Lane SO50 7DB | - not rated | 994 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Education Centre 2c Newtown Road , SO50 9DB | 3out of 4 | 2,926 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Gregg School Townhill Park House , Cutbush Lane SO18 2GF | - not rated | 4,646 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 5,250 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Welcome Inn | THE WELCOME INN, 154 FAIR OAK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 8LP | 627 yd | |
| THE ORANGERY TEA HOUSE | ARTURIS GARDEN CENTRE, ALLINGTON LANE, WEST END, SOUTHAMPTON, SO50 7DE | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yzone Youth Centre | YOUTH ACTIVITY CENTRE, BLACKBERRY DRIVE, FAIR OAK, EASTLEIGH, SO50 8RB | 567 yd | |
| NEW CLOCK INN | THE NEW CLOCK INN, 361 FAIR OAK ROAD, FAIR OAK, EASTLEIGH, SO50 8AA | 857 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| VIC'S FISH BAR | 172A FAIR OAK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 8HA | 515 yd | |
| Touch Of Spice | 172 FAIR OAK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 8HA | 520 yd | |
| GOLDEN JADE | 170 FAIR OAK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 8HA | 524 yd | |
| TAROKA INDIAN TAKEAWAY | 161 FAIR OAK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 8LQ | 921 yd | |
| PIZZA PLUS | 161 FAIR OAK ROAD, BISHOPSTOKE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 8LQ | 921 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Kings School Fair Oak LAKESMERE HOUSE LAKESMERE HOUSE ALLINGTON LANE | grass pitches | 871 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 | 37.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 36.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 43.78 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 43.78 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.49 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.