Priestlands is in Romsey and in Test Valley district. SO51 8FJ 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 1986-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Priestlands, Romsey, SO51 8FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO51 8FL, SO51 8FP, SO51 8FN, SO51 8FX, SO51 8FH, SO51 8FG, SO51 8FQ, SO51 8FE, SO51 8FF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO51 8FJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 51.9% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48.3% | 48.1% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 16.1% | 26.5% | 10.4% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.7% | 47.8% | -14.9% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 0.8% | -3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 12.3% | 6.7% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 12.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.1% | 49.8% | 7.7% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 36.6% | 29.5% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -4.1% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 15.9% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 31.3% | 18.3% | -13.0% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 9.3% | -0.7% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 13.6% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.8% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 16.7% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 33.9% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| 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 | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.3% | 94.9% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 96.2% | 90.5% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 90.2% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.4% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 9.8% | 13.5% | -3.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Priestlands was 439.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 324.4% higher than the Romsey Abbey average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Priestlands has the highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Romsey Abbey and the 4th highest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 95.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 207.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 63 Priestlands, Romsey, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-02-17 | £290,109 |
| 15 Priestlands, Romsey, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2020-03-23 | £341,708 |
| 63 Priestlands, Romsey, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2019-08-30 | £262,317 |
| 5 Priestlands, Romsey, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2019-05-31 | £351,400 |
| 13 Priestlands, Romsey, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2019-02-13 | £344,447 |
SO51 8FJ 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 retired residents living in SO51 8FJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| 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 | 594 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Romsey Primary School Mercer Way , SO51 7PH | 3out of 4 | 1,304 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cupernham Junior School Bransley Close , SO51 7JT | 3out of 4 | 1,879 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cupernham Infant School Bransley Close , Woodley Lane SO51 7JT | 3out of 4 | 1,879 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halterworth Primary School Halterworth Lane , SO51 9AD | - not rated | 2,658 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 | 211 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mountbatten School Whitenap Lane , SO51 5SY | 3out of 4 | 2,946 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 | 3,211 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stroud, the King Edward VI Preparatory School Highwood House , Highwood Lane SO51 9ZH | - not rated | 3,256 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankies Fun Factory | Unit 3, Romsey Industrial Estate | 425 yd | |
| The Golden Gecko Climbing Cafe | Golden Gecko Climbing Ltd, Unit 34 | 425 yd | |
| Miss Moody's Tudor Tea Room | 13 Church Street, Romsey | 510 yd | |
| Starlight Espresso | Unit 25 Ground Floor, Romsey Industrial Estate | 588 yd | |
| Paws For Thought Cat Cafe Limited | 4 Church Street, Romsey | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Star | The Star Inn, 13 The Horsefair | 390 yd | |
| Nightingale | 45 Latimer Street, Romsey | 657 yd | |
| The Olive Tree | 11 Latimer Street, Romsey | 657 yd | |
| Cocky Anchor | 8 Market Place, Romsey | 658 yd | |
| Romsey Conservative Working Mens Club | 13 Market Place, Romsey | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kebab House | 5 Church Street, Romsey | 510 yd | |
| Caught | 12 Church Street, Romsey | 520 yd | |
| Platform 2, Marco's At Romsey | Romsey Railway Station, Station Road | 559 yd | |
| Tudor Thai | 6 Corn Market, Romsey | 721 yd | |
| Fig And Fox | 44 The Hundred, Romsey | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 32 Alma Road, Romsey | 638 yd | |
| The Southern Co-operative Ltd | Southern Co-Op Ltd, 22 - 24 The Hundred | 702 yd | |
| Aldi | 35 The Hundred, Romsey | 805 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Romsey Community School GREATBRIDGE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 102 yd |
| Romsey Abbey Primary School CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Curves (Romsey) STATION APPROACH | health and fitness suite | 691 yd |
| War Memorial Park Romsey MEMORIAL PARK MEMORIAL PARK THE MEADS | tennis courts | 960 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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| 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 | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.