41,754TOTAL POPULATION
18,155HOUSEHOLDS
4.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£39,520AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

Spending a fortune on conveyancing?

Conveyancing Quotes

Compare instant, low-cost online quotes from trusted conveyancing solicitors.

Backed by experts, our no-obligation service searches through the best conveyancing quotes on the market to save you time and money.

Instant quotes
No obligation
Backed by experts
Stress free
Fully compliant
GET QUOTES NOW
SO15 POSTCODE REGION

Southampton (SO15)

The SO15 postcode area is located in the Southampton postcode town region, within the county of Hampshire, and contains a total of 1779 individual postcodes.

There are 15 electoral wards in the SO15 postcode area, including Alresford, Brockenhurst, Eastleigh, Lymington, Lyndhurst, Romsey, Southampton, Stockbridge, Winchester which come under the local authority of the Southampton Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in SO15 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 SO15 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The SO15 postcode is a postcode district in the Southampton post town of the SO postcode area. It is one of the 11 postcode districts in the Southampton post town and covers central Southampton's housing estates and the centre of the city. It stands for Southampton 15 under the Royal Mail postcode system.

The SO15 postcode district covers two areas; those directly connected to Southampton ring road and areas outside of the ring road. It incorporates places such as Bitterne, Bevois Valley, Coxford and Portswood. Some notable areas include the University of Southampton, the Civic Centre, Southampton Common, the ancient settlement of Bitterne and Bevois Valley's entertainment centre as well as shops, bars, and restaurants.

Restaurants and eateries consist of an Indian takeaway, Greek restaurant, a pizza parlour and a fish and chip shop. The local pubs cover a range of themes from a 1970s weekend to sports to a silent disco. There's also the Twelve David Street market, a former warehouse that's been transformed into a number of renovated vintage stores and pop-up eateries.

The area is home to several attractions, such as The Mayflower Theatre which hosts music, comedy, and theatre, plus art galleries at Southampton Solent University. The Industrial Archaeology Collective runs tours around the factory buildings of the former Ordnance Survey Central Marketing and National Geographical retail outlets on Bevois Valley.

Several parks and open spaces are located within SO15, with Southampton Common being the largest with activities such as golf, donkey rides, and adventure area for children. Other parks such as Hoglands, Riverside and Townhill provide green spaces for residents to relax and enjoy a wide range of activities.

Public transport is considered excellent with the main bus station located in the Civic Centre, whilst the train station is nearby, both of which have frequent services to other parts of the city as well as London. In addition Southampton International Airport is a 20 minute drive from the centre of the city.

Thearea is noted for its excellent access to entertainment and services, public transport, and nature. It continues to be popular due to its attractive city centre attractions for visitors, culture and history, and excellent leisure facilities.


Postcode Disclaimer notice


Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 79%WORKING
  • 21%UNEMPLOYED

21% of people in SO15 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 26%AB
  • 51%C2/C2
  • 23%DE

According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 74%WHITE
  • 26%NON-WHITE

74% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

SO Postcode Wall Map
SO15Hampshire

Hampshire

The county of Hampshire

SO15 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 CodeSO15
Postal TownSouthampton
MSOA NameSouthampton 021
LSOA NameSouthampton 021C
CountyHampshire
RegionHampshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthoritySouthampton
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

SO15 Electoral Wards

The postal region of SO15, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Aldermoor
Coxford
Freemantle
Highfield
Hillyfields
Lord's Hill
Lordswood
Maybush
Millbrook
Old Shirley
Redbridge
Shirley
Shirley Warren
Southampton
Upper Shirley
Wimpson
Browse Postcodes in SO15

Dig even deeper into the SO15 postcode by clicking on a postcode below:

Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (SO) and estimated address.

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'.

Your views ofSO15

Chris H

Sunday, April 7, 2024

We don't have any views of SO15 right now. If you live in SO15 or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.


Add your view of SO15

People need your local expertise. If you live in SO15 or have first-hand knowledge of the neighbourhood, please consider sharing your views. It's completely anonymous - all we ask is for your initials.

Your initials
Email (never published)
Your review

Please tell us what you like about the SO15 postcode area, what you don't like, and what it's like to live or work here.

Your opinions on...
LOCAL AMENITIES
FAMILY FRIENDLY
PARKING
GREEN SPACES
----


Bid to turn empty church into yoga studio

St Joseph's has been empty for 15 years but now there are plans to turn it into a community space.

BBC News

South Western Railway strikes: Trains disrupted into next week

South Western Railway has confirmed that there will be significantly reduced services or no services as industrial action continues until Tuesday, April 9.

Hampshire Chronicle

Heritage: Old Liberal Club in Romsey

THE Conservative Club has been a feature of Romsey's Market Place for well over a hundred years.

Hampshire Chronicle

Letter: 'A new facility could be built around a large piazza'

It is encouraging to read that the debate about the Crosfield Hall is hotting up and opposition to its relocation to the Rapids is gathering pace.

Hampshire Chronicle

Historic hotel set to become student housing

Southampton's Grade II listed Dolphin Hotel has recently provided accommodation for asylum seekers.

BBC News

Crosfield Hall: Romsey mayor throws support behind campaign

THE Mayor of Romsey has thrown his support behind a campaign over one of the biggest schemes in the town's history.

Hampshire Chronicle

More trains to stop at suburban railway station

Southern is adding stops at Woolston for its Southampton-Brighton route from June.

BBC News

Bid to turn empty church into yoga studio

St Joseph's has been empty for 15 years but now there are plans to turn it into a community space.

BBC News

From the Postcode Area blog

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Ever wondered about the crime rate in your UK postcode? You're not alone. We've dug deep into the data, uncovering trends and patterns that'll make your head spin.

Read more

Death of the High Street?

Death of the High Street?

The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?

Read more

Discrimination by Postcode

Discrimination by Postcode

You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.

Read more

The Redesign is Underway

The Redesign is Underway

Well, the current website was absolutely in dire need of a good redesign - from the ground up. So I set out to pull it all apart and get it up and running again to become the most comprehensive guide to every postcode in the UK. And it's been a long, tough job from start to finish - and quite possibly the biggest project I've ever undertaken.

Read more