Winchester Road is in Chandler'S Ford, Eastleigh and in Eastleigh district. SO53 2DX 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 Winchester Road, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh, SO53 2DX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO53 5DQ, SO53 2DY, SO53 5DP, SO53 5DR, SO53 5DS, SO53 5BX, SO53 5DN, SO53 5DT, SO53 5AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO53 2DX 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 | 53.6% | 51.4% | -2.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48.6% | 2.2% | 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 2DX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 73.6% 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 | 18.6% | 15.9% | -2.7% | 37.9% | -22.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 71.5% | 73.6% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 29.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -5.0% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 4.4% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (90.4%) 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 | 51.9% | 62.8% | 10.9% | 48.4% | 14.4% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 27.6% | -9.5% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 9% | 7.1% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 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 2DX this area, 8.1% 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 53.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.9% | 8.1% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.9% | 4% | -4.9% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 13.1% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 15.2% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 51.2% | 53.9% | 2.7% | 33.8% | 20.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 4.1% | 4.9% | 0.8% | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93% | 87.4% | -5.6% | 81.4% | 6.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 93% | 88.8% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 3.8% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 88.5% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.1% | 6.8% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 3.3% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 7% | 0.5% | -6.5% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.4% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 1.4% | 13.5% | -12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Winchester Road was 5.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.1% lower than the Hiltingbury average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Winchester Road has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Hiltingbury and the 9th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Eastleigh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -88.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 225 Winchester Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,451,000 | 2022-11-11 | £1,404,288 |
| 259 Winchester Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,054,000 | 2022-10-21 | £1,012,935 |
| Squirrels Haunt, 235 Winchester Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £832,500 | 2021-04-16 | £924,786 |
| 255B Winchester Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £640,000 | 2021-02-26 | £715,075 |
| 231A Winchester Road, Eastleigh, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,125,000 | 2019-12-11 | £1,255,510 |
SO53 2DX 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 SO53 2DX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scantabout Primary School Ionic Close , Chandler's Ford SO53 2NR | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merdon Junior School Merdon Avenue , Chandler's Ford SO53 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,154 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Otterbourne Church of England Primary School Main Road , Otterbourne SO21 2EQ | 4out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hiltingbury Infant School Hiltingbury Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 5NP | 4out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hiltingbury Junior School Hiltingbury Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 5NP | 4out of 4 | 1,469 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 | 332 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Toynbee School Bodycoats Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2PL | 3out of 4 | 2,353 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crestwood Community School Shakespeare Road , Boyatt Wood SO50 4FZ | 3out of 4 | 2,451 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 | 4,189 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 4,337 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 463 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Sherborne House School 39 Lakewood Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 1EU | - not rated | 1,039 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shepherds Down Special School Shepherds Lane , Compton SO21 2AJ | 3out of 4 | 3,157 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Bridge Education Centre 2c Newtown Road , SO50 9DB | 3out of 4 | 3,244 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Twyford School High Street , Twyford SO21 1NW | - not rated | 4,984 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Otter Inn | The Otter, Boyatt Lane | 716 yd | |
| THE KING RUFUS | THE KING RUFUS, 135 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2DU | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Thornden School WINCHESTER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 240 yd |
| Lakeside School WINCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 417 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 55.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.