Spencer Close is in Hayling Island and in Havant district. PO11 9HJ is located in the Hayling East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 1983-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spencer Close, Hayling Island, PO11 9HJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO11 9DG, PO11 9EA, PO11 9AX, PO11 9BN, PO11 9EF, PO11 9BW, PO11 9BZ, PO11 9BA, PO11 9DE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO11 9HJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.8% | 0.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50% | 49.2% | -0.8% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PO11 9HJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.5% | 43.3% | 9.8% | 37.9% | 5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.1% | 30% | -4.1% | 44.2% | -14.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.4% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 21.1% | 16.7% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 7.6% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 4.4% | -4.2% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.8% | 47.9% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 34.5% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 12.3% | -5.1% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 6% | 3.4% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.8% | 23.5% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 12.7% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 15.2% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 4.4% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 18.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.5% | 22.1% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.9% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% 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% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.7% | 2.0% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.5% | 90.7% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.7% 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 | 90.4% | 90.7% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 91.1% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 5.8% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 1.6% | -2.1% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 1.2% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 19% | 13.5% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51% | 37.2% | 13.8% |
| Christian | 39.8% | 46.2% | -6.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spencer Close was 295.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 301.8% higher than the Hayling East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spencer Close has the highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Hayling East and the 16th highest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 185.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Spencer Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2021-03-09 | £263,044 |
| 12 Spencer Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £178,500 | 2019-08-02 | £226,515 |
| 13 Spencer Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2016-09-19 | £254,397 |
| 4 Spencer Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2015-12-18 | £158,154 |
| 14 Spencer Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2011-11-11 | £278,923 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 152 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mengham Junior School Palmerston Road , PO11 9ET | 3out of 4 | 344 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Rythe Junior School Havant Road , PO11 0PA | 4out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Rythe Infant School Havant Road , PO11 0PA | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thorney Island Community Primary School Thorney Island , PO10 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 5,383 yd | Community school | 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 | 728 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 | 173 yd | |
| HVS Seniors Club | 18A Elm Grove | 200 yd | |
| The Moghul Brasserie | 15-17 Elm Grove | 213 yd | |
| Bay of Bengal | 94 Elm Grove | 247 yd | |
| Ruby's Tea Room | 6B Elm Grove | 253 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hayling Billy | 139 Elm Grove | 415 yd | |
| Seacourt Tennis Club | 20 Victoria Avenue | 670 yd | |
| Barley Mow | Barley Mow | 884 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Dragon | 62 Elm Grove | 126 yd | |
| Royal Chef | 28 Elm Grove | 143 yd | |
| Nobbies | 26 Elm Grove | 148 yd | |
| Beast's Feast | 26A Elm Grove | 148 yd | |
| Tastebuds | 86 Elm Grove | 172 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 12 Mengham Road | 315 yd | |
| Co-operative | 2 Selsmore Road | 384 yd | |
| Southern Co-operative | 140 Elm Grove | 450 yd | |
| Tesco | 28 Station Road | 979 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Seacourt Tennis Club VICTORIA AVENUE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 734 yd |
| Hayling College CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 754 yd |
| Mengham Park (Closed) Harold Road | grass pitches | 973 yd |
| Mengham Park MENGHAM PARK MENGHAM PARK RAILS LANE | grass pitches | 983 yd |
| Tournerbury Golf Centre TOURNERBURY LANE | golf | 994 yd |
| Hayling Park HAYLING PARK HAYLING PARK STATION ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,051 yd |
| Hayling Island Community Centre STATION ROAD | 1,061 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 | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.