Barn Close is in Emsworth and in Havant district. PO10 7LJ is located in the Emsworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barn Close, Emsworth, PO10 7LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO10 7LH, PO10 7PA, PO10 7LE, PO10 7LL, PO10 7NZ, PO10 7LA, PO10 7LP, PO10 7LD, PO10 7LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO10 7LJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.2% | 54% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 3.0% |
| Male | 42.8% | 46% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -3.0% |
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 | 19.1% | 22.7% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 48.4% | 0.5% | 44.2% | 4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11.2% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 20.5% | 15.2% | -5.3% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
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 | 36.7% | 38.7% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 40.3% | 7.8% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 12.3% | -6.1% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 8.4% | 4.8% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 3.9% | 3.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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 | 26.4% | 14.1% | -12.3% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 6.9% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 13.7% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 9.7% | 6.7% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 15.2% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.4% | 38.3% | 6.9% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 93.2% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 11.8% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 93.7% | 92% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.9% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 92% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 0.6% | -6.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.9% | 37.2% | -12.3% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 17.8% | 6.0% | 11.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Barn Close was 28.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.3% lower than the Emsworth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Barn Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 34 local areas in Emsworth and the 101st lowest crime rate of 360 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Barn Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2019-03-22 | £697,272 |
| 4 Barn Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2018-09-26 | £552,730 |
| 7 Barn Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2017-02-03 | £604,134 |
| 5 Barn Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2016-10-14 | £563,415 |
| 2A Barn Close, Emsworth, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £378,000 | 2015-07-06 | £570,457 |
PO10 7LJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 retired residents living in PO10 7LJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 113 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emsworth Primary School Victoria Road , PO10 7LX | 3out of 4 | 597 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Emsworth First School Washington Road , PO10 7NN | - not rated | 946 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church of England Controlled Primary School Bellevue Lane , PO10 7PX | 3out of 4 | 1,489 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Infant School Fairfield Road , PO9 1AY | 3out of 4 | 2,096 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bosmere Junior School South Street , PO9 1DA | 3out of 4 | 2,333 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emsworth Middle School Victoria Road , PO10 7LX | - not rated | 597 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park House Middle School Sparsholt Close , Leigh Park PO9 4AP | - not rated | 4,865 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warblington School Southleigh Road , PO9 2RR | 2out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bourne Community College Park Road , Southbourne PO10 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 2,934 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staunton Community Sports College Wakefords Way , PO9 5JD | - not rated | 3,727 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant Academy Wakefords Way , PO9 5JD | - not rated | 3,727 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 4,598 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havant College New Road , PO9 1QL | - not rated | 2,944 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenwood School Washington Road , PO10 7NN | 3out of 4 | 905 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenhurst School 16 Beechworth Road , PO9 1AX | - not rated | 2,044 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Releasing Potential School 7 Kingscroft Court , Ridgway PO9 1LS | - not rated | 3,321 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Solent Education Trust 106 Park Lane , Bedhampton PO9 3HN | - not rated | 4,075 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Education Centre Park House Farm Way , PO9 4AJ | - not rated | 4,806 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | Eastbound Petrol Service Station | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emsworth Sports & Social Club | 43 Havant Road | 474 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | 19 Havant Road | 867 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emsworth Primary School VICTORIA ROAD | grass pitches | 593 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 | 90.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.