Lower Common Road is in West Wellow, Romsey and in Test Valley district. SO51 6BT is located in the Blackwater electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Romsey and Southampton North. This postcode has been in use since 1986-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lower Common Road, West Wellow, Romsey, SO51 6BT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO51 6GH, SO51 6DG, SO51 6RF, SO51 6GB, SO51 6JS, SO51 6BP, SO51 6BS, SO51 6BU, SO51 6BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO51 6BT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57% | 51.5% | -5.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 43% | 48.5% | 5.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 SO51 6BT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.2% 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 | 17.6% | 19.9% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -18.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 66.2% | 8.8% | 44.2% | 22.0% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.3% | -0.1% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 17.3% | 7% | -10.3% | 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 | 44.5% | 49.4% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 32.9% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 13.8% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.7% | 11.3% | -12.4% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 6.6% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 11.3% | 0.7% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 13.6% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.3% | 49.5% | 11.2% | 33.8% | 15.7% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.7% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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 | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 97.7% | 96.6% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 92.7% | 93.2% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 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 | 91.9% | 93.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.5% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0.6% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40% | 37.2% | 2.8% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lower Common Road was 43.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.8% higher than the Blackwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lower Common Road has the 24th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Blackwater and the 189th highest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.3%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Oaklands Lower Common Road, Romsey, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2023-01-31 | £1,033,200 |
| 3 Oaklands Lower Common Road, Romsey, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2023-01-24 | £1,033,200 |
| 2 Oaklands Lower Common Road, Romsey, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,050,000 | 2022-12-02 | £1,027,038 |
| 1 Oaklands Lower Common Road, Romsey, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £985,000 | 2022-11-23 | £958,694 |
| The Cranes Lower Common Road, Romsey, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-07-15 | £504,615 |
SO51 6BT area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SO51 6BT 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 SO51 6BT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 103 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellow Primary School Romsey Road , West Wellow SO51 6BG | - not rated | 1,938 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The New Forest Church of England Primary School School Road , Nomansland SP5 2BY | - not rated | 4,688 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copythorne CofE Infant School Romsey Road , Copythorne SO40 2PB | 3out of 4 | 5,038 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embley Embley Park , SO51 6ZE | - not rated | 3,827 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's School Melchet Court , Sherfield English SO51 6ZR | - not rated | 4,128 yd | Other independent 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 Red Rover | Salisbury Road, Plaitford | 628 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Recreation Ground LOWER COMMON ROAD | grass pitches | 197 yd |
| Hatches Farm Playing Fields ROMSEY ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,014 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 | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.