Dexter Square is in Andover and in Test Valley district. SP10 5DB is located in the Andover Romans 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 Dexter Square, Andover, SP10 5DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP10 5DA, SP10 5BZ, SP10 5DD, SP10 5DH, SP10 5DF, SP10 5EF, SP10 5BY, SP10 5BX, SP10 5BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SP10 5DB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 49.4% | 48.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 50.6% | 51.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.1% | 40.9% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 36.6% | -9.3% | 44.2% | -7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 15.2% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 5.1% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 41.4% | 38.7% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 36.7% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 17.9% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 18%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.3% | 20.7% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 12.9% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 19.9% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 6.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 8.6% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.4% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 18% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -15.8% |
| Other | 7.7% | 3.5% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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 | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 92.8% | 90.8% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 79.4% 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 | 88.1% | 79.4% | -8.7% | 83.2% | -3.8% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 13% | 6.4% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 3.8% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.6% | 79.4% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -3.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 13.3% | 12.5% | 9.8% | 3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 5.4% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.3% | 1% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.8% | 1% | -4.8% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.1% | 76.7% | -18.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 7.7% | 1.3% | 6.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 29.4% | 13.5% | 15.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.5% | 37.2% | 9.3% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dexter Square was 167.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 127.6% higher than the Andover Romans average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dexter Square has the 3rd highest crime rate of 45 local areas in Andover Romans and the 22nd highest crime rate of 407 local areas in Test Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -10.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Dexter Square, Andover, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £236,000 | 2025-05-23 | £237,894 |
| 2 Dexter Square, Andover, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2015-07-09 | £231,464 |
| 2 Dexter Square, Andover, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2004-04-30 | £239,465 |
| 3 Dexter Square, Andover, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2003-12-19 | £244,696 |
| 10 Dexter Square, Andover, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2002-05-27 | £126,150 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 20 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knights Enham Nursery and Infant School King Arthurs Way , SP10 4BS | 3out of 4 | 662 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knight's Enham Junior School King Arthur's Way , SP10 4BS | 3out of 4 | 673 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roman Way Primary School Roman Way , SP10 5JY | 3out of 4 | 759 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Endeavour Primary School East Anton Farm Road , SP11 6RD | 3out of 4 | 1,022 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Vigo Primary School Vigo Road , SP10 1JZ | 2out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winton Community Academy London Road , SP10 2PS | 3out of 4 | 1,544 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrow Way Community School Harrow Way , SP10 3RH | 3out of 4 | 2,279 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Hanson Community School Floral Way , SP10 3PB | 3out of 4 | 3,136 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smannell Field School Smannell Road , SP11 6JP | 3out of 4 | 176 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Icknield School River Way , SP11 6LT | 4out of 4 | 873 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Norman Gate School Vigo Road , SP10 1JZ | 4out of 4 | 1,256 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Mark Way School Batchelors Barn Road , SP10 1HR | 3out of 4 | 1,457 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolverdene Special School 22 Love Lane , SP10 2AF | 4out of 4 | 2,118 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Family Dining Limited At Tesco Customer Cafe | Tesco Extra, River Way | 657 yd | |
| Buddha Restaurant | Buddhas House, 10B Colenzo Drive | 905 yd | |
| Andover KFC | KFC, Northern Avenue Retail Park | 908 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Drive Thru | Costa Coffee Ltd, Unit 1 | 924 yd | |
| Subway - BP Munro's Corner | Unit 4, 160 New Street | 924 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swallow | Pilgrims Way, Andover | 819 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tip Top Chinese Takeaway | 5 Atholl Court, Andover | 607 yd | |
| La Viva Mexico | 1 Atholl Court, Andover | 632 yd | |
| Mumbai Brasserie | 1 Atholl Court, Andover | 632 yd | |
| The Fat Buddha | 1 Atholl Court, Andover | 632 yd | |
| Andover Tandoori | 1 Atholl Court, Andover | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Compton Square, Cricketers Way | 54 yd | |
| Tesco | Tescos, River Way | 657 yd | |
| The Southern Co-operative Ltd | Unit 1, Northern Local Centre | 956 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, Shepherds Spring Lane | 1,035 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Inside Out Health & Fitness Training (Closed) Unit 6 & 7 Unit 6 & 7 River Way | health and fitness suite | 498 yd |
| Icknield School RIVERWAY | 745 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 225.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.