Cherwell Gardens is in Chandler'S Ford, Eastleigh and in Eastleigh district. SO53 2NH is located in the Chandler's Ford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Winchester. This postcode has been in use since 1994-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cherwell Gardens, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh, SO53 2NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO53 2JD, SO53 2JA, SO53 2NF, SO53 2NL, SO53 3BD, SO53 2NP, SO53 3DZ, SO53 3AB, SO53 3BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SO53 2NH has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.9% | 48% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 53.1% | 52% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 2NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% 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 | 31.7% | 22.7% | -9.0% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.7% | 58.3% | 11.6% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 12.8% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 3.8% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 48.5% | 49.8% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 42.3% | 36.7% | -5.6% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 6.9% | 10.5% | 3.6% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 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 | 11.9% | 12.4% | 0.5% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 4.3% | -8.5% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.3% | 15.7% | -7.6% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 7.1% | -1.3% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 25.7% | 13.4% | 16.9% | 8.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.2% | 30% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.8% | 1.7% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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 | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 3.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95% | 94.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 89.8% 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 | 91.2% | 89.8% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 1.1% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.4% | 89.5% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 6% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 44.4% | 46.2% | -1.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cherwell Gardens was 117.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 182.4% higher than the Chandler's Ford average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cherwell Gardens has the 2nd highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Chandler's Ford and the 60th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Eastleigh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 184.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Cherwell Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2024-11-08 | £452,287 |
| 22 Cherwell Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £312,500 | 2024-07-01 | £316,987 |
| 18 Cherwell Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-03-28 | £353,281 |
| 13 Cherwell Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £235,800 | 2023-02-14 | £223,915 |
| 2 Cherwell Gardens, Eastleigh, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £277,500 | 2021-04-01 | £306,261 |
SO53 2NH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,204 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School, Chandlers Ford Hillcrest Avenue , Chandler's Ford SO53 2JP | 3out of 4 | 445 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fryern Junior School Oakmount Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2LN | 3out of 4 | 826 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fryern Infant School Oakmount Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2LN | 3out of 4 | 836 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chandler's Ford Infant School Kings Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2EY | 3out of 4 | 889 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Merdon Junior School Merdon Avenue , Chandler's Ford SO53 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 1,311 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Toynbee School Bodycoats Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2PL | 3out of 4 | 331 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crestwood Community School Shakespeare Road , Boyatt Wood SO50 4FZ | 3out of 4 | 1,666 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornden School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 2,172 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 4,034 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 4,838 yd | Foundation 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 | 2,223 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 2,626 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 | 1,766 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 1,995 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Bridge Education Centre 2c Newtown Road , SO50 9DB | 3out of 4 | 2,170 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Oaks School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 5,264 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vermont School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 5,278 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOONY'S CAFE | CANTEEN, BOOKER BELMONT WHOLESALE LTD, WOODSIDE ROAD, EASTLEIGH, SO50 4ZS | 606 yd | |
| CHIANG-MAI THAI RESTAURANT | 23 THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GA | 633 yd | |
| THE FRENCH BAGUETTE CONNECTION LTD | 25 THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GA | 645 yd | |
| THE HUT BEEFEATER WHITBREAD PLC | THE HUT, 47 BOURNEMOUTH ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 3DJ | 649 yd | |
| MEZBAAN INDIAN RESTAURANT | 5 BOURNEMOUTH ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 3DA | 660 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chandler's Ford Central Club | CHANDLER'S FORD CENTRAL CLUB AND INSTITUTE, 2 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2FZ | 593 yd | |
| Chandlers Ford Snooker Club | 17A-18A THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GD | 603 yd | |
| THE STEEL TANK ALE HOUSE | 1 THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GA | 613 yd | |
| Monks Brook | MONKS BROOK, 19 HURSLEY ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2FS | 960 yd | |
| KINGS COURT CENTRE LTD | KING'S COURT MASONIC CENTRE, 81 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GG | 1,037 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE MUNCH BOX | 13 BOURNEMOUTH ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 3DA | 644 yd | |
| CHINA WOK | 14 THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GB | 661 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 16 THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GB | 661 yd | |
| Goodies Fish And Chips | 8 THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GB | 673 yd | |
| Fanelli's Pizza | 8 BOURNEMOUTH ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 3DB | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE | 5 FALKLAND COURT, FALKLAND ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 3GA | 933 yd | |
| THE SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE | 14 HURSLEY ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2FU | 954 yd | |
| WAITROSE | WAITROSE SUPERMARKET, OAKMOUNT ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2LG | 1,033 yd | |
| CAMPUS & CO | UNIT 2, SPEEDWELL CLOSE, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 4BT | 1,041 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Toynbee School BODYCOATS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 193 yd |
| St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School HILLCREST AVENUE | grass pitches | 436 yd |
| Fryern Recreation Ground 1A 1A GREENWAYS | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Spirit Health Club (Eastleigh) HOLIDAY INN HOLIDAY INN PASSFIELD AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,060 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 | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.