Botley Road is in North Baddesley, Southampton and in Test Valley district. SO52 9DP 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 Botley Road, North Baddesley, Southampton, SO52 9DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO52 9GA, SO52 9GB, SO52 9GE, SO52 9GH, SO52 9GG, SO52 9GJ, SO52 9GF, SO52 9GQ, SO52 9DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO52 9DP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.8% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.2% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 9DP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 67% 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 | 19.5% | 19.5% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -18.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.5% | 67% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 22.8% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.5% | 4.1% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 9.4% | 1.6% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 (86.5%) 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 | 49.4% | 50.3% | 0.9% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 36.2% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 10.2% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.6% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 22.5% | 16% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 11.2% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 9.3% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.6% | 11.2% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 19% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.5% | 28.7% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 4.5% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 98% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.3% | 95% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 94.7% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.8% | 76.7% | 16.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Botley Road was 41.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.8% higher than the Romsey Tadburn average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Botley Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Romsey Tadburn and the 200th highest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 30.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Botley Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2018-12-19 | £454,154 |
| 8 Botley Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2014-09-29 | £473,945 |
| 4 Botley Road, Southampton, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2012-01-06 | £436,208 |
| 8 Botley Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2011-02-18 | £469,792 |
| 2 Botley Road, Southampton, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2010-07-16 | £577,347 |
SO52 9DP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 9DP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Halterworth Primary School Halterworth Lane , SO51 9AD | - not rated | 1,176 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Baddesley Junior School Fleming Avenue , North Baddesley SO52 9EP | 3out of 4 | 1,818 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Baddesley Infant School Botley Road , North Baddesley SO52 9EE | 3out of 4 | 1,834 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cupernham Junior School Bransley Close , SO51 7JT | 3out of 4 | 2,478 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cupernham Infant School Bransley Close , Woodley Lane SO51 7JT | 3out of 4 | 2,478 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 993 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Romsey School Greatbridge Road , SO51 8ZB | 3out of 4 | 3,651 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,405 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedar School Redbridge Lane , Nursling SO16 0XN | 3out of 4 | 5,047 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hive | Unit 18, Abbey Enterprise Centre | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bedes Lea | Bedes Lea, 112 Rownhams Lane | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Takeaway | 7 Seymour Parade, Seymour Lane | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-operative Ltd | 1 - 3 Seymour Parade, Seymour Lane | 1,006 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.