Holyborne Road is in Romsey and in Test Valley district. SO51 5QW is located in the Romsey Tadburn electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Romsey and Southampton North. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holyborne Road, Romsey, SO51 5QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO51 5QX, SO51 5QR, SO51 5QY, SO51 5QP, SO51 5BG, SO51 5RB, SO51 5QG, SO51 5RA, SO51 5QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO51 5QW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 50.2% | 53.4% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 49.8% | 46.6% | -3.2% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
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 | 25.9% | 30.6% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.4% | 49.6% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 5.3% | 2.6% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 11.2% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 46.5% | 46.4% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 38.2% | 5.0% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 13.4% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 5% | 2% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.4% | 19.7% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 12.9% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 15.9% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 16.3% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23% | 27% | 4.0% | 33.8% | -6.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 97% | 93.5% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96.3% | 93.8% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 93.5% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.7% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.6% | 76.7% | -3.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.1% | 13.5% | 10.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.7% | 37.2% | 13.5% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holyborne Road was 6.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.4% lower than the Romsey Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Holyborne Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Romsey Abbey and the 17th lowest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Holyborne Road, Romsey, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-03-14 | £325,641 |
| 29 Holyborne Road, Romsey, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-11-15 | £366,094 |
| 4 Holyborne Road, Romsey, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2024-10-22 | £358,039 |
| 11 Holyborne Road, Romsey, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-09-28 | £320,000 |
| 27 Holyborne Road, Romsey, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2023-07-31 | £365,076 |
SO51 5QW 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romsey Primary School Mercer Way , SO51 7PH | 3out of 4 | 625 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Halterworth Primary School Halterworth Lane , SO51 9AD | - not rated | 777 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cupernham Junior School Bransley Close , SO51 7JT | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cupernham Infant School Bransley Close , Woodley Lane SO51 7JT | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School Church Lane , SO51 8EP | 3out of 4 | 1,843 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mountbatten School Whitenap Lane , SO51 5SY | 3out of 4 | 1,225 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Romsey School Greatbridge Road , SO51 8ZB | 3out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stroud, the King Edward VI Preparatory School Highwood House , Highwood Lane SO51 9ZH | - not rated | 1,467 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Embley Embley Park , SO51 6ZE | - not rated | 4,917 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Romsey Rapids, Southampton Road | 975 yd | |
| Plaza Theatre | 40 Winchester Road, Romsey | 978 yd | |
| The Buffer Stop | Romsey Signal Box, Brick Lane | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sun Inn | Winchester Road, Romsey | 683 yd | |
| Romsey Town Football Club | Southampton Road, Romsey | 975 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seafare Two | 3 Viney Avenue, Romsey | 522 yd | |
| The Spice Of Romsey | 5 Viney Avenue, Romsey | 522 yd | |
| Goodies | 1 Plaza Parade, Winchester Road | 978 yd | |
| Chef Peking | 5 Plaza Parade, Winchester Road | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Co-op Romsey | 50 - 52 Saxon Way, Romsey | 154 yd | |
| The Southern Co-operative Ltd | Southern Cooperatives Ltd, Winchester Hill | 448 yd | |
| The Southern Co-operative Ltd | Botley Road, Romsey | 639 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Halterworth Primary School HALTERWORTH LANE | grass pitches | 650 yd |
| Mountbatten School WHITENAP LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,062 yd |
| Romsey Rapids Sports Centre SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,088 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 | 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 | 52.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.