Tanners Lane is in East Wellow, Romsey and in Test Valley district. SO51 6DP 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 Tanners Lane, East Wellow, Romsey, SO51 6DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SO51 6DP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 49.5% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 48.6% | 50.5% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 6DP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 26.6% | 32.6% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 54% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 7.6% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.6% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.4% | 54.2% | 3.8% | 48.4% | 5.8% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 34.4% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 9.9% | -1.2% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 15.6% | 18.8% | 3.2% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 8.9% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 15.4% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 13.8% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.6% | 38.5% | -1.1% | 33.8% | 4.7% |
| Other | 2.3% | 0.9% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 79.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 2.3% | 1.8% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93% | 79.2% | -13.8% | 81.4% | -2.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 6.5% | 6.2% | 0.1% | 6.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.6% | 6% | 4.4% | 1.6% | 4.4% |
In this area, 86.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.1% | 86.4% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 1.8% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 4.5% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| 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 | 87.9% | 85.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.6% | 7.6% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 3.6% | -0.5% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 5.2% | 13.5% | -8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.2% | 37.2% | -1.0% |
| Christian | 53.9% | 46.2% | 7.7% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tanners Lane was 41.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.1% higher than the Blackwater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tanners Lane has the 27th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Blackwater and the 200th highest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 The Vinery Tanners Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,765,000 | 2021-04-23 | £2,062,660 |
| The Laurels Tanners Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £990,000 | 2021-04-08 | £1,156,960 |
| 2 The Vinery Tanners Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,800,000 | 2021-03-23 | £2,139,130 |
| Merry Hill Tanners Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2018-09-25 | £1,017,931 |
| Merry Hill Farm Tanners Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £1,372,000 | 2017-12-20 | £1,582,097 |
SO51 6DP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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 6DP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 student residents living in SO51 6DP area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 52 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Other | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellow Primary School Romsey Road , West Wellow SO51 6BG | - not rated | 2,591 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Awbridge Primary School Danes Road , Awbridge SO51 0HL | - not rated | 2,752 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School Church Lane , SO51 8EP | 3out of 4 | 3,789 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Romsey Primary School Mercer Way , SO51 7PH | 3out of 4 | 5,042 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockerley Church of England Endowed Primary School Butts Green , Lockerley SO51 0JG | 3out of 4 | 5,247 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Romsey School Greatbridge Road , SO51 8ZB | 3out of 4 | 3,868 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Embley Embley Park , SO51 6ZE | - not rated | 1,177 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's School Melchet Court , Sherfield English SO51 6ZR | - not rated | 4,942 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hampshire Collegiate School EMBLEY PARK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,058 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 | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 19.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 19.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 19.0% |
| 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 | 9.5% |
| Median download speed | 34.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 198.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 27.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.