Meath Close is in Hayling Island and in Havant district. PO11 9QN is located in the Hayling East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meath Close, Hayling Island, PO11 9QN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO11 9QE, PO11 9UB, PO11 9LX, PO11 9PT, PO11 9RH, PO11 9RJ, PO11 9LN, PO11 9LY, PO11 9LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO11 9QN has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 54.2% | 49.3% | -4.9% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 45.8% | 50.7% | 4.9% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 30.3% | 32.6% | 2.3% | 37.9% | -5.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 38.4% | -4.0% | 44.2% | -5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 15.1% | 17.2% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 8.1% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 6.8% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 43.1% | 44.3% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 38.2% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 12.7% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.7% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 22.3% | 16.7% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 10.4% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 15.1% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 19.1% | 6.2% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.1% | 28.5% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.2% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.3% | 97% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 88.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.3% | 88.6% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 7.4% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 88.2% | -5.5% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 5.7% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.1% | 37.2% | 5.9% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 8.1% | 6.0% | 2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meath Close was 61.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.0% lower than the Hayling East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meath Close has the 27th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Hayling East and the 165th highest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Meath Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-04-29 | £384,564 |
| 20 Meath Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2024-04-26 | £610,175 |
| 39 Meath Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2024-04-26 | £469,952 |
| 37 Meath Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-08-08 | £386,165 |
| 24A Meath Close, Hayling Island, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2023-02-21 | £512,686 |
PO11 9QN 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 | 120 |
| Retired | 109 |
| Part-Time Employee | 61 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Other | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Other | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mengham Junior School Palmerston Road , PO11 9ET | 3out of 4 | 1,564 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mengham Infant School St Mary's Road , PO11 9DD | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Rythe Junior School Havant Road , PO11 0PA | 4out of 4 | 2,478 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Rythe Infant School Havant Road , PO11 0PA | 3out of 4 | 2,478 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Wittering Parochial Church of England School Pound Road , West Wittering PO20 8AJ | 3out of 4 | 4,906 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 2,074 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Isla Bay | 6-8 Rails Lane | 342 yd | |
| Ollies Coffee Shop | 7 Southwood Road | 347 yd | |
| Café Boho | 24 Rails Lane | 359 yd | |
| Coastguard Cafe | 14-16 Sea Front | 424 yd | |
| Galleon Cafe Bar | 100 Fishery Lane | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar 18 | 18 Rails Lane | 337 yd | |
| Caribou Inn | 32 Rails Lane | 344 yd | |
| The Lifeboat Inn | 30 Sea Front | 660 yd | |
| The Olive Leaf | 48 Sea Front | 660 yd | |
| Lily's Bar | 12 Creek Road | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Spice Indian Takeaway | 13 Southwood Road | 326 yd | |
| Hayling Grilled Chicken | 10 Rails Lane | 335 yd | |
| Delightful Dynasty Chinese Takeaway | 2 Southwood Road | 338 yd | |
| Ben & Shelley's ice cream parlour | 12 Rails Lane | 344 yd | |
| Dolphin Fish Bar | 2 Sandy Point Road | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vj Convenience Store | Shop Unit 2 | 405 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Warner Lakeside Indoor Bowls Club LAKESIDE HOLIDAY VILLAGE LAKESIDE HOLIDAY VILLAGE FISHERY LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 582 yd |
| Mengham Park MENGHAM PARK MENGHAM PARK RAILS LANE | grass pitches | 711 yd |
| Mengham Park (Closed) Harold Road | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Eastoke Community Association WHEATLANDS AVENUE | 724 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 | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.