Lake Road is in Chandler'S Ford, Eastleigh and in Eastleigh district. SO53 1EZ is located in the Hiltingbury electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Winchester. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lake Road, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh, SO53 1EZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO53 1FB, SO53 1FD, SO53 5SR, SO53 5SQ, SO53 1FL, SO53 1FF, SO53 1FH, SO53 5SS, SO53 1FJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO53 1EZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.4% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48% | 48.6% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 SO53 1EZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% 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 | 15.4% | 24.3% | 8.9% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 72.3% | 61.6% | -10.7% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 3.6% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -5.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 7.9% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
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 (89.5%) 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 | 56.1% | 61% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 12.6% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 28.5% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -5.1% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 8% | -1.5% | 12.7% | -4.7% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around SO53 1EZ this area, 5.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 55.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.4% | 5.9% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -12.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 7.6% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 12.8% | 1.6% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 2.3% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 14.1% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.2% | 55.3% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 21.5% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 95.5% | 94.8% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 89.6% 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 | 95.5% | 89.6% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 3.8% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 89.6% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 6.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.7% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 1.4% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.6% | 76.7% | 15.9% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 5.8% | 13.5% | -7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lake Road was 35.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.5% higher than the Hiltingbury average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lake Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Hiltingbury and the 164th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Eastleigh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Lake Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,575,000 | 2025-03-21 | £1,573,364 |
| 6 Lake Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £630,000 | 2024-08-12 | £624,161 |
| 3 Lake Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £935,000 | 2023-10-20 | £898,571 |
| 27 Lake Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2021-01-25 | £912,241 |
| 13 Lake Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £820,000 | 2020-01-30 | £920,467 |
SO53 1EZ 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 SO53 1EZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merdon Junior School Merdon Avenue , Chandler's Ford SO53 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 627 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hiltingbury Infant School Hiltingbury Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 5NP | 4out of 4 | 843 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hiltingbury Junior School Hiltingbury Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 5NP | 4out of 4 | 843 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scantabout Primary School Ionic Close , Chandler's Ford SO53 2NR | 3out of 4 | 960 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chandler's Ford Infant School Kings Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2EY | 3out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornden School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Toynbee School Bodycoats Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2PL | 3out of 4 | 1,971 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crestwood Community School Shakespeare Road , Boyatt Wood SO50 4FZ | 3out of 4 | 2,466 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Peveril Sixth Form College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5ZA | - not rated | 3,957 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 4,202 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sherborne House School 39 Lakewood Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 1EU | - not rated | 312 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 696 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Bridge Education Centre 2c Newtown Road , SO50 9DB | 3out of 4 | 3,256 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Shepherds Down Special School Shepherds Lane , Compton SO21 2AJ | 3out of 4 | 3,791 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masala Lounge | 11A FRYERN ARCADE, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2DP | 720 yd | |
| WAFFLES & CREAM | 10 FRYERN ARCADE, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2DP | 731 yd | |
| COSTA COFFEE | 1-2 FRYERN ARCADE, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2DP | 780 yd | |
| STAKKS PANCAKE HOUSE | 109 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GH | 819 yd | |
| BAY LEAVES LARDER | 87-91 HILTINGBURY ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 5NQ | 873 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE KING RUFUS | THE KING RUFUS, 135 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2DU | 555 yd | |
| HALFWAY INN | HALFWAY INN, 114 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GJ | 828 yd | |
| KINGS COURT CENTRE LTD | KING'S COURT MASONIC CENTRE, 81 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GG | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davids Fish Bar | 99 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GG | 894 yd | |
| MANDARIN GARDEN CHINESE TAKEAWAY | 97 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GG | 895 yd | |
| SUSHI DAILY | WAITROSE SUPERMARKET, OAKMOUNT ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2LG | 905 yd | |
| ROCCOS PIZZA | 95B WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GG | 908 yd | |
| DOMINO'S PIZZA | 93B WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GG | 919 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CO-OP | 105 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GH | 829 yd | |
| WAITROSE | WAITROSE SUPERMARKET, OAKMOUNT ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2LG | 905 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lakeside School WINCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 568 yd |
| Thornden School WINCHESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 674 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 | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.5% |
| 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.