Oak Bank is in Andover and in Test Valley district. SP10 2BX is located in the Andover Winton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Hampshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oak Bank, Andover, SP10 2BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP10 2EJ, SP10 2BT, SP10 2BY, SP10 2BS, SP10 2EN, SP10 2EL, SP10 2FE, SP10 2BW, SP10 2NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SP10 2BX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 46.5% | 49.6% | 3.1% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 53.5% | 50.4% | -3.1% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 SP10 2BX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.9% 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 | 28.2% | 25.8% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 59.9% | -0.8% | 44.2% | 15.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 4.6% | 7% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 (85.2%) 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 | 53.8% | 57.6% | 3.8% | 48.4% | 9.2% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 27.6% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -6.0% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 11% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 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.
In the area around SP10 2BX this area, 9.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.4% | 9.3% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -8.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 7.9% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 12.1% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 6.6% | 0.2% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 23.1% | 9.2% | 16.9% | 6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.7% | 39% | 3.3% | 33.8% | 5.2% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 98% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 92.7% | 93.6% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 5% | 4.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| 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 | 92.1% | 93.6% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.9% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89% | 76.7% | 12.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 54.5% | 46.2% | 8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Bank was 35.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.4% lower than the Andover Millway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Bank has the 11th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Andover Millway and the 181st lowest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepper Firs Oak Bank, Andover, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2024-08-22 | £499,205 |
| 4 The Purbecks Oak Bank, Andover, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2024-03-08 | £386,334 |
| 3 The Purbecks Oak Bank, Andover, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-06-30 | £370,156 |
| 4 The Purbecks Oak Bank, Andover, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2019-08-30 | £378,465 |
| 5 The Purbecks Oak Bank, Andover, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2018-09-28 | £362,050 |
SP10 2BX 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 | 113 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Education | 22 |
| Information and communication | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anton Junior School Barlows Lane , SP10 2HA | 4out of 4 | 339 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anton Infant School Wellesley Road , SP10 2HF | 3out of 4 | 381 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Andover Church of England Primary School East Street , SP10 1EP | 3out of 4 | 733 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balksbury Junior School Floral Way , Salisbury Road SP10 3QP | 3out of 4 | 1,453 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balksbury Infant School Floral Way , Salisbury Road SP10 3QP | 4out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Hanson Community School Floral Way , SP10 3PB | 3out of 4 | 1,632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Community Academy London Road , SP10 2PS | 3out of 4 | 1,668 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrow Way Community School Harrow Way , SP10 3RH | 3out of 4 | 2,188 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wolverdene Special School 22 Love Lane , SP10 2AF | 4out of 4 | 672 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rookwood School Weyhill Road , SP10 3AL | - not rated | 919 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mark Way School Batchelors Barn Road , SP10 1HR | 3out of 4 | 1,492 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norman Gate School Vigo Road , SP10 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,675 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Icknield School River Way , SP11 6LT | 4out of 4 | 2,365 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gather And Gather UK Ltd | Lloyds Banking Group, Keens House | 252 yd | |
| Compass Group UK And Ireland Ltd At ASDA Customer Cafe | Customer Cafe, Asda | 257 yd | |
| Island Grill & Lounge | 3 The Mall, Bridge Street | 422 yd | |
| Sea Master | 49 Bridge Street, Andover | 439 yd | |
| Salvation Army Centre | The Salvation Army, Winchester Street | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andover Golf Club | 51 Winchester Road, Andover | 319 yd | |
| The Southampton Arms | 32 Winchester Street, Andover | 354 yd | |
| Station Inn | 63 Bridge Street, Andover | 434 yd | |
| The Andover Tap At The Lamb | The Andover Tap, 21 Winchester Street | 443 yd | |
| The SP Bar | 34 Bridge Street, Andover | 481 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caprinos Pizza | 6 The Mall, Bridge Street | 416 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 2 The Mall, Bridge Street | 416 yd | |
| Farmhouse | 49 Bridge Street, Andover | 439 yd | |
| Frango Grill | 45 Bridge Street, Andover | 439 yd | |
| Andover Chinese Takeaway | Units 7 To 8 The Broadway, Western Road | 461 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 37 Bridge Street, Andover | 488 yd | |
| Lidl | Western Avenue, Andover | 643 yd | |
| Waitrose | 69 - 70 Chantry Way, Andover | 750 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Anton Junior School BARLOWS LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 337 yd |
| Andover Golf Club WINCHESTER ROAD | golf | 365 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Andover) UNIT 14 UNIT 14 ANTON MILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 448 yd |
| Andover Leisure Centre ANDOVER LEISURE CENTRE ANDOVER LEISURE CENTRE WEST STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 919 yd |
| Vigo Road Recreation Ground BEALES CLOSE | tennis courts | 1,041 yd |
| Rookwood School 35-39 35-39 WEYHILL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,046 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 | 35.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 35.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 35.7% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.