Bracken Road is in North Baddesley, Southampton and in Test Valley district. SO52 9DN is located in the North Baddesley 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 Bracken Road, North Baddesley, Southampton, SO52 9DN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO52 9DL, SO52 9FP, SO52 9FQ, SO52 9LS, SO52 9LR, SO52 9FJ, SO52 9FD, SO52 9FE, SO52 9AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SO52 9DN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% 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 | 57% | 54.3% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 43% | 45.7% | 2.7% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 SO52 9DN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.8% 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 | 24.9% | 24.6% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -13.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 55.8% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 11.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.2% | 8.5% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.3%) 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 | 49.6% | 49.2% | -0.4% | 48.4% | 0.8% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 37.1% | 1.0% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 9.7% | -1.8% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 2% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 26.8% | 17.3% | -9.5% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 6.4% | -10.7% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 15.8% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 9.4% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 16.3% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 30.7% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 2.9% | 4% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| White | 98.8% | 94.7% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.6% | 3.9% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.1% | 94.7% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 94.3% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Muslim | 3.2% | 6.5% | -3.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bracken Road was 124.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 431.0% higher than the Romsey Tadburn average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bracken Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Romsey Tadburn and the 44th highest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 106.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Bracken Road, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2025-05-01 | £370,000 |
| 64 Bracken Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2023-11-17 | £402,233 |
| 66 Bracken Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2023-11-01 | £510,150 |
| 58 Bracken Road, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2022-01-17 | £380,174 |
| 56 Bracken Road, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-12-10 | £389,034 |
SO52 9DN area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
SO52 9DN 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 SO52 9DN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardmoor Early Years Centre Leaside Way , Bassett Green SO16 3EP | 3out of 4 | 5,269 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Baddesley Junior School Fleming Avenue , North Baddesley SO52 9EP | 3out of 4 | 657 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Baddesley Infant School Botley Road , North Baddesley SO52 9EE | 3out of 4 | 813 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Halterworth Primary School Halterworth Lane , SO51 9AD | - not rated | 2,804 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rownhams St John's Church of England Primary School Bakers Drove , Rownhams SO16 8AD | 3out of 4 | 3,188 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sinclair Primary and Nursery School Sinclair Road , Lordshill SO16 8GF | 4out of 4 | 3,204 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 2,382 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oasis Academy Lord's Hill Romsey Road , SO16 8FA | 3out of 4 | 4,646 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 5,010 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Romsey School Greatbridge Road , SO51 8ZB | 3out of 4 | 5,128 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Toynbee School Bodycoats Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2PL | 3out of 4 | 5,379 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 3,066 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 3,829 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosewood Free School Aldermoor Road , SO16 5NA | 4out of 4 | 4,075 yd | Free schools special | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Vermont School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 4,504 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oaks School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 4,601 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur's Play Space | All Saints Church And Hall, Rownhams Road | 501 yd | |
| Beadle's | 19 Fleming Avenue, North Baddesley | 718 yd | |
| Bella Vita | 120 Botley Road, North Baddesley | 802 yd | |
| Water Margin | The Water Margin, 72 Botley Road | 970 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bedes Lea | Bedes Lea, 112 Rownhams Lane | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chunkys | 15 Fleming Avenue, North Baddesley | 718 yd | |
| Pipasa Balti Indian Takeaway | 27 Fleming Avenue, North Baddesley | 718 yd | |
| Hong Kong Takeaway | 7 Seymour Parade, Seymour Lane | 725 yd | |
| Sheung Moon | 94 Botley Road, North Baddesley | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operative Ltd | 1 - 3 Seymour Parade, Seymour Lane | 725 yd | |
| Coop | Co-Operative Stores Ltd, 116 - 118 Botley Road | 865 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chilworth Golf Centre CHILWORTH OLD VILLAGE | golf | 761 yd |
| North Baddesley Recreation Ground RECREATION GROUND PAVILLION RECREATION GROUND PAVILLION SANDY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 956 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 264.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.