Mount Drive is in Chandler'S Ford, Eastleigh and in Eastleigh district. SO53 2PN 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 Mount Drive, Chandler's Ford, Eastleigh, SO53 2PN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SO53 2ND, SO53 2NE, SO53 2LQ, SO53 2LS, SO50 4ET, SO53 3AB, SO50 9YA, SO53 2LT, SO53 2JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SO53 2PN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.6% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.4% | 2.6% | 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 2PN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% 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 | 29.6% | 32.4% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -5.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 52.4% | 2.6% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 6.5% | -4.9% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 6.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.9% | 45.3% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -3.1% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 38.8% | 4.7% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 12.1% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.8% | 17.5% | 0.7% | 18.2% | -0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 13.1% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 16% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 7.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 21.5% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 22.2% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2.5% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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 | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 3.6% | 1.5% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 86.4% | 90.3% | 3.9% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.1% 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 | 85.6% | 89.1% | 3.5% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| European Union | 6.1% | 6.5% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 5% | 2.1% | -2.9% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.8% | 89.1% | 4.3% | 83.2% | 5.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.9% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 1.8% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 0.3% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 0.9% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.9% | 76.7% | 7.2% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mount Drive was 48.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.2% higher than the Chandler's Ford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mount Drive has the 12th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Chandler's Ford and the 194th highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Eastleigh .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Mount Drive, Eastleigh, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-01-24 | £274,168 |
| 9 Mount Drive, Eastleigh, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-09-30 | £433,297 |
| 12 Mount Drive, Eastleigh, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2020-01-03 | £272,063 |
| 12A Mount Drive, Eastleigh, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2019-11-29 | £275,545 |
| 10 Mount Drive, Eastleigh, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2016-05-06 | £352,748 |
SO53 2PN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 110 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Other | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 4,102 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 | 563 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fryern Junior School Oakmount Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2LN | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fryern Infant School Oakmount Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2LN | 3out of 4 | 885 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chandler's Ford Infant School Kings Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2EY | 3out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shakespeare Infant School Shakespeare Road , SO50 4FZ | 4out of 4 | 1,335 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 | 114 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crestwood Community School Shakespeare Road , Boyatt Wood SO50 4FZ | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornden School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 2,192 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint George Catholic Voluntary Aided College Southampton Leaside Way , Swaythling SO16 3DQ | 3out of 4 | 3,888 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cantell School Violet Road , Bassett SO16 3GJ | 3out of 4 | 4,785 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 | 1,928 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eastleigh College Chestnut Avenue , SO50 5FS | - not rated | 2,289 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridge Education Centre 2c Newtown Road , SO50 9DB | 3out of 4 | 1,793 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sherborne House School 39 Lakewood Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 1EU | - not rated | 1,966 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lakeside School Winchester Road , Chandler's Ford SO53 2DW | 4out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Great Oaks School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 5,261 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Vermont School Vermont Close , Off Winchester Road SO16 7LT | 3out of 4 | 5,284 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 | 235 yd | |
| OPCC AND HIWFRS - EASTLEIGH | FOOD PREMISES, HAMPSHIRE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICE HEADQUARTERS, LEIGH ROAD, EASTLEIGH, SO50 9SJ | 481 yd | |
| COSTA COFFEE | UNIT 5, CHANNON RETAIL PARK, WOODSIDE AVENUE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 9NA | 525 yd | |
| THE GATEWAY | THE GATEWAY, LEIGH ROAD, EASTLEIGH, SO50 9YX | 534 yd | |
| Badi Mirchi | 190 LEIGH ROAD, EASTLEIGH, SO50 9DX | 721 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLEMING PARK BOWLING | FLEMING PARK BOWLING GREEN, FLEMING PARK DISTRICT PARK, PASSFIELD AVENUE, EASTLEIGH, SO50 9NL | 762 yd | |
| Chandler's Ford Central Club | CHANDLER'S FORD CENTRAL CLUB AND INSTITUTE, 2 WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2FZ | 966 yd | |
| Chandlers Ford Snooker Club | 17A-18A THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GD | 971 yd | |
| THE STEEL TANK ALE HOUSE | 1 THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GA | 979 yd | |
| THE ARROW | THE ARROW, SHAKESPEARE ROAD, EASTLEIGH, SO50 4QP | 1,034 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top Chef | UNIT 10, BOYATT WOOD CENTRE, SHAKESPEARE ROAD, EASTLEIGH, SO50 4QP | 954 yd | |
| Star Balti House | UNIT 9, BOYATT WOOD CENTRE, SHAKESPEARE ROAD, EASTLEIGH, SO50 4QP | 954 yd | |
| THE MUNCH BOX | 13 BOURNEMOUTH ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 3DA | 1,022 yd | |
| Chip Stop | 7 FALKLAND COURT, FALKLAND ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 3GA | 1,025 yd | |
| CHINA WOK | 14 THE CENTRAL PRECINCT, WINCHESTER ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 2GB | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE | UNIT 6 TO 8, BOYATT WOOD CENTRE, SHAKESPEARE ROAD, EASTLEIGH, SO50 4QP | 954 yd | |
| THE SOUTHERN CO-OPERATIVE | 5 FALKLAND COURT, FALKLAND ROAD, CHANDLER'S FORD, EASTLEIGH, SO53 3GA | 1,004 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Toynbee School BODYCOATS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 201 yd |
| St Swithun Wells Catholic Primary School HILLCREST AVENUE | grass pitches | 617 yd |
| Spirit Health Club (Eastleigh) HOLIDAY INN HOLIDAY INN PASSFIELD AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 746 yd |
| Crestwood College (Shakespeare Campus) Shakespeare Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 879 yd |
| Fleming Park Leisure Centre (Closed) Passfield Avenue | golf, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 930 yd |
| Places Leisure Eastleigh PLACES LEISURE EASTLEIGH PLACES LEISURE EASTLEIGH PASSFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 990 yd |
| Fryern Recreation Ground 1A 1A GREENWAYS | grass pitches | 1,021 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 270.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.