Milford Road is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO1 1LJ is located in the Charles Dickens electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Milford Road, Portsmouth, PO1 1LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO1 1LQ, PO1 1LP, PO1 1LE, PO1 1LG, PO5 4LY, PO5 4LJ, PO1 1RB, PO1 1LR, PO5 4NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO1 1LJ is primarily male, with 53.7% of the population 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 | 49.2% | 46.3% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -4.7% |
| Male | 50.8% | 53.7% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 4.7% |
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 | 43.7% | 41.2% | -2.5% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.5% | 35% | 2.5% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 14.8% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 5.1% | -1.6% | 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 | 36.1% | 42% | 5.9% | 48.4% | -6.4% |
| Good health | 37.7% | 32.5% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 18.4% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 5.2% | -3.3% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
In the area around PO1 1LJ this area, 33.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.5% | 33.2% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 15.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 14.8% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.9% | 8.6% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.9% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 17.6% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.7% | 17.6% | 6.9% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 11.9% | 2.3% | -9.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 62.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 12.8% | 8.5% | -4.3% | 1.1% | 7.4% |
| Chinese | 4.6% | 6.7% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 6.0% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 3% | 4.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 69.8% | 62.6% | -7.2% | 81.4% | -18.8% |
| Arab | 1% | 4.9% | 3.9% | 0.6% | 4.3% |
| Other | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 1.6% | 1.4% |
In this area, 72.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 72.4% | -4.3% | 83.2% | -10.8% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 2.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 3.9% | 4.5% | 0.6% | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 14.4% | 14.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | 8.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 75.7% | 72.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | -10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 4.3% | 15.5% | 11.2% | 9.8% | 5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.6% | 8.8% | 4.2% | 2.9% | 5.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.6% | 2.1% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.8% | 0.9% | -8.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 3% | 0.4% | 2.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 31.1% | 46.2% | -15.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Muslim | 22% | 6.5% | 15.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Milford Road was 157.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.4% lower than the Charles Dickens average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Milford Road has the 40th lowest crime rate of 89 local areas in Charles Dickens and the 158th highest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 90.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Milford Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2021-09-15 | £146,000 |
| 12 Milford Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £104,995 | 2016-01-22 | £130,324 |
| 21 Milford Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2014-12-12 | £276,605 |
| 15 Milford Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2014-10-31 | £262,637 |
| 25 Milford Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2007-11-29 | £192,137 |
PO1 1LJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 student residents living in PO1 1LJ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Other | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Cathedral Catholic Primary School Cottage View , Landport PO1 1PX | 4out of 4 | 227 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Ayrton Primary Academy Somers Road , Southsea PO5 4LS | 3out of 4 | 381 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arundel Court Primary Academy and Nursery Fyning Street , PO1 1FG | 3out of 4 | 410 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Dickens Primary Academy Turner Road , PO1 4PN | 2out of 4 | 816 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Penhale Infant School & Nursery Lincoln Road , Fratton PO1 5BG | 3out of 4 | 837 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 68 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Charter Academy Hyde Park Road , PO5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 370 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Fawcett Road , PO4 0DL | 3out of 4 | 761 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 1,037 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | 3out of 4 | 1,892 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 3,237 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 3,937 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 5,077 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | 3out of 4 | 2,926 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 766 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madani Academy Merefield House , Nutfield Place PO1 4JZ | - not rated | 985 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 1,253 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 1,398 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth High School 25 Kent Road , Southsea PO5 3EQ | - not rated | 1,430 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Landport Adventure Playground | Arundel Street, Portsmouth | 289 yd | |
| Nicholson Gardens | Boarhunt Close, Portsmouth | 290 yd | |
| The Host Café | St Lukes Church, Greetham Street | 382 yd | |
| Whody | 37 - 39 Arundel Street, Portsmouth | 426 yd | |
| Hub Cafe | Cafe, Somerstown Central | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Froddington Arms | Public House, 55 Fratton Road | 499 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | Lucknow Street, Portsmouth | 506 yd | |
| John Jacques | 74-82, Fratton Road | 536 yd | |
| Wiggle | Club, The Surrey Arms | 566 yd | |
| The Mars Public House | 1-3 Church Path North, Portsmouth | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lees | 232 Arundel Street, Portsmouth | 463 yd | |
| Panku Streetfood At Asda | Bridge Shopping Centre, Somers Road North | 476 yd | |
| Efes Kebab | 29 Fratton Road, Portsmouth | 489 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 63 - 65 Fratton Road, Portsmouth | 497 yd | |
| Royal Palki | 45 Fratton Road, Portsmouth | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | Somers Road North, Portsmouth | 424 yd | |
| Asda | Bridge Shopping Centre, Somers Road North | 476 yd | |
| Tesco Portsmouth Superstore | Tesco Superstore, Crasswell Street | 487 yd | |
| C1 Chinese Supermarket | 46 Fratton Road, Portsmouth | 534 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Commercial Road Local | 91 - 93 Commercial Road, Portsmouth | 615 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Edmunds Catholic School ARUNDEL STREET | swimming pool | 200 yd |
| Charter Community Sports Centre HYDE PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 366 yd |
| Somerstown Community Hub RIVERS STREET | 385 yd | |
| Pure Gym (Portsmouth) ARUNDEL STREET | health and fitness suite | 442 yd |
| Priory School FAWCETT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 632 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Portsmouth) STANHOPE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 693 yd |
| Fratton Community Centre TRAFALGAR PLACE | health and fitness suite | 711 yd |
| Charles Dickens Activity Centre LAKE ROAD | tennis courts | 800 yd |
| Victoria Swimming Centre (Closed) Anglesea Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 875 yd |
| St Paul'S Sports Centre SPORTS HALL SPORTS HALL ST. PAULS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 914 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 181.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.