Southampton Road is in Whaddon, Salisbury and in Salisbury district. SP5 3EA is located in the Alderbury & Whiteparish electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Salisbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Southampton Road, Whaddon, Salisbury, SP5 3EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SP5 3BF, SP5 3EX, SP5 3SP, SP5 3DZ, SP5 3EG, SP5 3SN, SP5 3TD, SP5 3BG, SP5 3EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SP5 3EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.2% | 50.9% | -4.3% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 44.8% | 49.1% | 4.3% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 SP5 3EA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.4% 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 | 24% | 24.3% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59% | 57.4% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 13.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 8.5% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 5.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
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 | 47.7% | 53.4% | 5.7% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 30.6% | -8.2% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 11% | 12.8% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 15.3% | 10.5% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 7.1% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 15.5% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 18.1% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.2% | 39.9% | -0.3% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.6% | 94.3% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 96.4% | 89% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 5.7% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 89% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Southampton Road was 32.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.3% higher than the Alderbury & Whiteparish average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Southampton Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 52 local areas in Alderbury & Whiteparish and the 662nd lowest crime rate of 1,627 local areas in Wiltshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mulberry House Southampton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2023-09-07 | £557,674 |
| 2 The Hollow Southampton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £537,500 | 2022-11-18 | £545,040 |
| Mulberry House Southampton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £447,500 | 2018-06-06 | £544,315 |
| Hurstbourne House Southampton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £539,950 | 2018-01-26 | £668,824 |
| The New House Southampton Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2016-11-25 | £445,699 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SP5 3EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderbury and West Grimstead Church of England Primary School Firs Road , Alderbury SP5 3BD | 2out of 4 | 543 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford CofE (VC) Primary School High Road , Britford SP5 4DS | 3out of 4 | 4,466 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alderbury Bowls Club | Bowling Club, Rectory Road | 516 yd | |
| Alderbury Sports & Social Club | Sports And Social Club, Rectory Road | 516 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alderbury Football Club RECTORY ROAD | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Junction Road Recreation Ground Junction Road | grass pitches | 864 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.