Lapwing Close is in Emsworth and in Havant district. PO10 7GS is located in the Emsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 2013-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lapwing Close, Emsworth, PO10 7GS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO10 7GP, PO10 7GW, PO10 7GU, PO10 7GT, PO10 7GG, PO10 7UR, PO10 7GR, PO10 7GJ, PO10 7GZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO10 7GS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 48.7% | 48.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 51.3% | 51.4% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 PO10 7GS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.2% 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 | 22% | 26.4% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 61.2% | 5.3% | 44.2% | 17.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 8% | -0.4% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 3.4% | -7.2% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.4% | 54.4% | 5.0% | 48.4% | 6.0% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 34.6% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 8.5% | -5.3% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 PO10 7GS this area, 9.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 44.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15% | 9.6% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.7% | 11.4% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 11.7% | -2.4% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 3.1% | -0.9% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 18.1% | 1.8% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.9% | 44.8% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 11.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.3% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 97.1% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 93.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.4% | 93.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.4% | 93.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 5.6% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.2% | -1.3% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.6% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lapwing Close was 28.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.7% lower than the Emsworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lapwing Close has the 13th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Emsworth and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 1.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Lapwing Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2024-05-08 | £545,857 |
| 7 Lapwing Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2024-04-25 | £576,237 |
| 23 Lapwing Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2023-03-07 | £545,766 |
| 3 Lapwing Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £646,000 | 2022-11-11 | £606,927 |
| 23 Lapwing Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £484,000 | 2021-03-22 | £530,692 |
PO10 7GS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PO10 7GS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 127 |
| Retired | 113 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 50 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westbourne Primary School River Street , Westbourne PO10 8TG | 3out of 4 | 943 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church of England Controlled Primary School Bellevue Lane , PO10 7PX | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emsworth Primary School Victoria Road , PO10 7LX | 3out of 4 | 1,865 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School Prospect Lane , PO9 5PE | 3out of 4 | 2,598 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Church of England Aided Primary School St Alban's Road , West Leigh PO9 2JX | 4out of 4 | 2,940 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bourne Community College Park Road , Southbourne PO10 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,333 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warblington School Southleigh Road , PO9 2RR | 3out of 4 | 2,985 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant Academy Wakefords Way , PO9 5JD | 3out of 4 | 3,035 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 5,081 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood School Washington Road , PO10 7NN | 2out of 4 | 1,738 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Releasing Potential School 7 Kingscroft Court , Ridgway PO9 1LS | - not rated | 4,989 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 5,264 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanique | Tanique Hair And Beauty, 2 The Grove | 690 yd | |
| Westbourne Café | Units 3 And 4, 7 The Square | 697 yd | |
| The Parish Hall | St John The Baptist Church, Westbourne Road | 719 yd | |
| Spice Cottage | East Street, Westbourne | 729 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stags Head | The Square, Westbourne | 697 yd | |
| White Horse | The Square, Westbourne | 697 yd | |
| The Cricketers Inn | Commonside, Westbourne | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whistlers Fish And Chips | 1 The Grove, Westbourne | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative | The Square, Westbourne | 697 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hollybank Southleigh Road | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| Westbourne Primary School RIVER STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 828 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 | 32.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 31.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 12.42 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.