Ashwood Close is in Hayling Island and in Havant district. PO11 9AX is located in the Hayling West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashwood Close, Hayling Island, PO11 9AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO11 9EA, PO11 9BA, PO11 9DG, PO11 9HJ, PO11 9BE, PO11 9EF, PO11 9BB, PO11 9BD, PO11 9DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO11 9AX has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 52.9% | 50% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.1% | 50% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 PO11 9AX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% 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 | 20.7% | 24.7% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.1% | 52.3% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.6% | 0.6% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 9.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 54.3% | 43.2% | -11.1% | 48.4% | -5.2% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 37.5% | 6.0% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 13.9% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 22.8% | 19.1% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 9.3% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 15.7% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.6% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18.6% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 28.8% | 1.4% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 3.7% | 0.8% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.6% | 95.8% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 94.1% | 96.5% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 96.5% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 3.1% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.5% | 76.7% | 14.8% |
| No passport held | 8.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.6% | 37.2% | -2.6% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashwood Close was 30.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.1% lower than the Hayling East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ashwood Close has the 14th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Hayling East and the 110th lowest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Ashwood Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £421,000 | 2022-04-20 | £446,867 |
| 2 Ashwood Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2021-09-29 | £420,302 |
| 11 Ashwood Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2020-12-14 | £376,474 |
| 20 Ashwood Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Detached, a newly built property | £285,000 | 2015-04-09 | £447,602 |
| 4 Ashwood Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2014-11-07 | £446,203 |
PO11 9AX 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 PO11 9AX 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 | 96 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mengham Infant School St Mary's Road , PO11 9DD | 3out of 4 | 220 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mengham Junior School Palmerston Road , PO11 9ET | 3out of 4 | 459 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Rythe Junior School Havant Road , PO11 0PA | 4out of 4 | 1,442 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Rythe Infant School Havant Road , PO11 0PA | 3out of 4 | 1,442 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorings Way Infant School Moorings Way , Milton PO4 8YJ | 3out of 4 | 5,414 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Hayling College Church Road , PO11 0NU | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groves Restaurant and Bar | 22C Elm Grove | 180 yd | |
| The Moghul Brasserie | 15-17 Elm Grove | 190 yd | |
| HVS Seniors Club | 18A Elm Grove | 199 yd | |
| Gandhi Restaurant | 58 Hollow Lane | 235 yd | |
| Ruby's Tea Room | 6B Elm Grove | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayling Billy | 139 Elm Grove | 472 yd | |
| Seacourt Tennis Club | 20 Victoria Avenue | 562 yd | |
| Barley Mow | Barley Mow | 793 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Dragon | 62 Elm Grove | 140 yd | |
| Royal Chef | 28 Elm Grove | 153 yd | |
| Nobbies | 26 Elm Grove | 155 yd | |
| Beast's Feast | 26A Elm Grove | 155 yd | |
| Jacket Required | 18B Elm Grove | 204 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 12 Mengham Road | 303 yd | |
| Co-operative | 2 Selsmore Road | 401 yd | |
| Southern Co-operative | 140 Elm Grove | 516 yd | |
| Tesco | 28 Station Road | 884 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seacourt Tennis Club VICTORIA AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 629 yd |
| Hayling College CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 824 yd |
| Hayling Park HAYLING PARK HAYLING PARK STATION ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 943 yd |
| Hayling Island Community Centre STATION ROAD | 958 yd | |
| Mengham Park (Closed) Harold Road | grass pitches | 1,027 yd |
| Mengham Park MENGHAM PARK MENGHAM PARK RAILS LANE | grass pitches | 1,036 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 | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.