28,546TOTAL POPULATION
10,606HOUSEHOLDS
2.8%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£39,520AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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SO22 POSTCODE REGION

Southampton (SO22)

The SO22 postcode area is located in the Southampton postcode town region, within the county of Hampshire, and contains a total of 815 individual postcodes.

There are 12 electoral wards in the SO22 postcode area, including Alresford, Brockenhurst, Eastleigh, Lymington, Lyndhurst, Romsey, Southampton, Stockbridge, Winchester which come under the local authority of the Winchester Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 43% of people in SO22 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of SO22 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.


SO22 is a postcode in the Southampton district of the United Kingdom. It comprises parts of the suburbs of Winchester, Eastleigh and Chandler's Ford, all of which can be found within the city boundaries. The postcode district covers a range of residential, commercial and industrial premises, and it interconnects with the nearby postcodes of SO21 (Alresford) and SO53 (Eastleigh).

The area is located in Hampshire, one of the most picturesque counties in England and which is renowned for its beautiful countryside. As one of the main places in the county for industry and technology, Southampton is often known as the ‘City of Discovery'.

The SO22 postcode district covers an area of around 17 square kilometres which includes the village of Chilcomb, the neighbouring hamlets of Chestnut and Sandsgate, as well as the area surrounding Chilcomb church. The area also includes parts of Romsey, Bishopstoke, Horton and Kilmeston.

The nearest railway station to SO22 is located in Winchester, which is a thriving and vibrant city that is full of history and culture. Residents of the area also benefit from excellent road networks, offering easy access to all parts of the region, as well as good public transport links to nearby towns and cities.

SO22 is an affluent area, with many of its properties being large detached houses, made up of lower-density development characterised by large gardens and good views of the surrounding countryside. This is an attractive prospect to families and professionals looking for a pleasant and peaceful residential area.

Education facilities in the area are also excellent, with several primary and secondary schools located in and around the postcode area. There are also plenty of opportunities and activities for leisure and entertainment, with the local pubs, restaurants and shops all situated within easy reach.

TheSO22 postcode district is a desirable area to live in, with attractive countryside scenery, excellent transport links, good access to educational facilities and local amenities, and plenty of opportunities nearby for leisure and recreation.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 82%WORKING
  • 18%UNEMPLOYED

18% of people in SO22 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 43%AB
  • 43%C2/C2
  • 14%DE

According to census records, 43% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 90%WHITE
  • 10%NON-WHITE

90% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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SO22Hampshire

Hampshire

The county of Hampshire

SO22 is located in the county of Hampshire, in England.

Hampshire has a total population of 1,829,500, making it the 5th largest county in the UK.

Hampshire has a total area of 1455 square miles, and a population density of 485 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Hampshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeSO22
Postal TownSouthampton
MSOA NameWinchester 008
LSOA NameWinchester 008B
CountyHampshire
RegionHampshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityWinchester
Area ClassificationLargely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%)

SO22 Electoral Wards

The postal region of SO22, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Dean
Fulflood
Ham Green
Harestock
Littleton
Long Park
Oliver's Battery
Pitt
Sleepers Hill
Sparsholt
Stanmore
St Cross
Weeke
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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