Mill Lane is in Romsey and in Test Valley district. SO51 8EW is located in the Romsey Abbey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Romsey and Southampton North. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mill Lane, Romsey, SO51 8EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO51 8EU, SO51 8EP, SO51 8EF, SO51 8EX, SO51 8ER, SO51 8EQ, SO51 8FY, SO51 8EH, SO51 8EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO51 8EW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 58% | 54.7% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 42% | 45.3% | 3.3% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 | 24.8% | 26.6% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.7% | 34.9% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -9.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 18.2% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 9.1% |
| Widowed | 18.1% | 17.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 11.6% |
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 | 35.6% | 44.4% | 8.8% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 33.2% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 22% | 16.6% | -5.4% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 4.9% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 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% | 23.3% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 8.8% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.6% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.6% | 0.5% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 14.5% | 7.4% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.2% | 30.6% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.8% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 92.4% | 92.4% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3.2% | 1.3% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 92.8% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 1.3% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 76.7% | 5.4% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.7% | 37.2% | 4.5% |
| Christian | 53.8% | 46.2% | 7.6% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Lane was 12.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.8% lower than the Romsey Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 48 local areas in Romsey Abbey and the 43rd lowest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mill Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-11-23 | £377,255 |
| 23 Mill Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £367,500 | 2022-03-11 | £393,778 |
| 31 Mill Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £310,500 | 2021-06-30 | £358,736 |
| 41 Mill Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2021-06-25 | £427,480 |
| 21 Mill Lane, Romsey, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £314,000 | 2021-03-26 | £374,413 |
SO51 8EW 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 8EW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Romsey Abbey Church of England Primary School Church Lane , SO51 8EP | 3out of 4 | 234 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Romsey Primary School Mercer Way , SO51 7PH | 3out of 4 | 1,423 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cupernham Junior School Bransley Close , SO51 7JT | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cupernham Infant School Bransley Close , Woodley Lane SO51 7JT | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halterworth Primary School Halterworth Lane , SO51 9AD | - not rated | 2,669 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 322 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mountbatten School Whitenap Lane , SO51 5SY | 3out of 4 | 2,877 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 | 2,991 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stroud, the King Edward VI Preparatory School Highwood House , Highwood Lane SO51 9ZH | - not rated | 3,388 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miss Moody's Tudor Tea Room | 13 Church Street, Romsey | 231 yd | |
| Paws For Thought Cat Cafe Limited | 4 Church Street, Romsey | 284 yd | |
| The Park Cafe | Memorial Park, The Meads | 307 yd | |
| Cafe Fresh | 9 Market Place, Romsey | 319 yd | |
| Caffe Nero | 25 - 26 Market Place, Romsey | 319 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Star | The Star Inn, 13 The Horsefair | 166 yd | |
| Cocky Anchor | 8 Market Place, Romsey | 313 yd | |
| Romsey Conservative Working Mens Club | 13 Market Place, Romsey | 371 yd | |
| Tudor Rose | 3 Corn Market, Romsey | 421 yd | |
| The Phoenix Bar And Eatery | 30 - 32 The Hundred, Romsey | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caught | 12 Church Street, Romsey | 217 yd | |
| The Kebab House | 5 Church Street, Romsey | 231 yd | |
| Tudor Thai | 6 Corn Market, Romsey | 395 yd | |
| Tee Court Kitchen | 7 Tee Court, Bell Street | 429 yd | |
| Fig And Fox | 44 The Hundred, Romsey | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operative Ltd | Southern Co-Op Ltd, 22 - 24 The Hundred | 429 yd | |
| Waitrose | 32 Alma Road, Romsey | 480 yd | |
| Aldi | 35 The Hundred, Romsey | 568 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Romsey Abbey Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 129 yd |
| Romsey Community School GREATBRIDGE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 321 yd |
| War Memorial Park Romsey MEMORIAL PARK MEMORIAL PARK THE MEADS | tennis courts | 547 yd |
| Curves (Romsey) STATION APPROACH | health and fitness suite | 756 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 | 92.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.0% |
| 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 | 76.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.