Bishops Way is in Andover and in Test Valley district. SP10 3FU is located in the Andover Millway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North West Hampshire. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bishops Way, Andover, SP10 3FU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP10 3FY, SP10 3FX, SP10 3JA, SP10 3FZ, SP10 3QX, SP10 3JD, SP10 3HF, SP10 3HZ, SP10 3UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SP10 3FU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 50.4% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49.6% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 3FU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.4% 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 | 21.6% | 21.2% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 51.4% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 7.2% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 15.8% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 6.7% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 8.6% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39% | 42% | 3.0% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 34.4% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 15.6% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 3.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 | 25.7% | 17.3% | -8.4% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 9.8% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 12.4% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.3% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 14.2% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.5% | 34.2% | 2.7% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 2.5% | 6.7% | 4.2% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.3% | 94.7% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 91.4% | 90.7% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 3% | 1.2% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 90.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 0.4% | -6.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85% | 76.7% | 8.3% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bishops Way was 40.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.2% lower than the Andover Harroway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bishops Way has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Andover Harroway and the 203rd lowest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 10 Abbey Court Bishops Way, Andover, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-06-12 | £180,373 |
| Flat 1 Abbey Court Bishops Way, Andover, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2023-02-24 | £187,350 |
| Flat 4 Abbey Court Bishops Way, Andover, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-07-30 | £187,611 |
| Flat 2 Abbey Court Bishops Way, Andover, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £161,500 | 2021-05-05 | £172,184 |
| Flat 5 Abbey Court Bishops Way, Andover, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2016-07-14 | £209,148 |
SP10 3FU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 SP10 3FU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andover Church of England Primary School East Street , SP10 1EP | 3out of 4 | 1,018 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anton Junior School Barlows Lane , SP10 2HA | 4out of 4 | 1,257 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Catholic Primary School, Andover Floral Way , Salisbury Road SP10 3PF | 4out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anton Infant School Wellesley Road , SP10 2HF | 3out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Balksbury Infant School Floral Way , Salisbury Road SP10 3QP | 4out of 4 | 1,350 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrow Way Community School Harrow Way , SP10 3RH | 3out of 4 | 1,283 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Hanson Community School Floral Way , SP10 3PB | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Winton Community Academy London Road , SP10 2PS | 3out of 4 | 1,797 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rookwood School Weyhill Road , SP10 3AL | - not rated | 596 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolverdene Special School 22 Love Lane , SP10 2AF | 4out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mark Way School Batchelors Barn Road , SP10 1HR | 3out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Norman Gate School Vigo Road , SP10 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,639 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Smannell Field School Smannell Road , SP11 6JP | 3out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lights | West Street, Andover | 293 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Kiosk, Andover Bus Station | 308 yd | |
| Andover Leisure Centre | West Street, Andover | 308 yd | |
| RJS Catering | British Legion Club, 4 Western Road | 374 yd | |
| Cafe Destino | Andover Railway Station, Station Approach | 401 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Folly | Charlton Road, Andover | 420 yd | |
| Royal British Legion Club Andover Branch | 4 Western Road, Andover | 471 yd | |
| The Town Mills | Town Mills, Bridge Street | 494 yd | |
| The SP Bar | 34 Bridge Street, Andover | 540 yd | |
| Station Inn | 63 Bridge Street, Andover | 554 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andover Chinese Takeaway | Units 7 To 8 The Broadway, Western Road | 522 yd | |
| Farmhouse | 49 Bridge Street, Andover | 604 yd | |
| Frango Grill | 45 Bridge Street, Andover | 604 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 2 The Mall, Bridge Street | 615 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | 6 The Mall, Bridge Street | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | 69 - 70 Chantry Way, Andover | 420 yd | |
| Lidl | Western Avenue, Andover | 421 yd | |
| Iceland | 37 Bridge Street, Andover | 640 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, Shepherds Spring Lane | 814 yd | |
| Coop | 82A Salisbury Road, Andover | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Andover Leisure Centre ANDOVER LEISURE CENTRE ANDOVER LEISURE CENTRE WEST STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 343 yd |
| Charlton Place Fitness Centre Charlton Place Charlton Place Charlton Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 581 yd |
| Rookwood School 35-39 35-39 WEYHILL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 635 yd |
| Energie Fitness Club (Andover) UNIT 14 UNIT 14 ANTON MILL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 836 yd |
| Vigo Road Recreation Ground BEALES CLOSE | tennis courts | 901 yd |
| King George Road Playing Field King George Road | grass pitches | 1,045 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.