South Street is in Gosport and in Gosport district. PO12 1EY is located in the Harbourside & Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gosport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Street, Gosport, PO12 1EY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO12 1ES, PO12 1EX, PO12 1HL, PO12 1HD, PO12 1HE, PO12 1HF, PO12 1DS, PO12 1HG, PO12 1HH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO12 1EY is primarily male, with 56.7% of the population 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 | 40.8% | 43.3% | 2.5% | 51.0% | -7.7% |
| Male | 59.2% | 56.7% | -2.5% | 49.0% | 7.7% |
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 PO12 1EY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.1% 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 | 37.9% | 43.1% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.6% | 30.1% | 8.5% | 44.2% | -14.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 24.2% | 19% | -5.2% | 9.1% | 9.9% |
| Widowed | 10.6% | 3.2% | -7.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 26.4% | 34.5% | 8.1% | 48.4% | -13.9% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 36.1% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 27.2% | 21.4% | -5.8% | 12.7% | 8.7% |
| Bad health | 12.4% | 5.6% | -6.8% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.1% | 20.5% | -15.6% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 19.5% | 5.0% | 9.6% | 9.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 16.7% | 4.8% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 5.1% | 0.7% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 13% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 20.9% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 4.2% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.4% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 86.9% 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 | 96% | 86.9% | -9.1% | 83.2% | 3.7% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 2.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 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 | 95.2% | 87.6% | -7.6% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.1% | 76.7% | -13.6% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 31.3% | 13.5% | 17.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.2% | 37.2% | 16.0% |
| Christian | 39.6% | 46.2% | -6.6% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Street was 434.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 266.0% higher than the Forton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Forton and the 7th highest crime rate of 267 local areas in Gosport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 232.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 19 Hammond Court South Street, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2022-08-26 | £90,561 |
| Flat 52 Hammond Court South Street, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2022-03-18 | £73,788 |
| Flat 9 Hammond Court South Street, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2021-08-20 | £71,470 |
| Flat 25 Hammond Court South Street, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2021-05-26 | £94,911 |
| Flat 39 Hammond Court South Street, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2021-03-18 | £68,528 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Early Years Centre Harris Road , PO13 0UY | 4out of 4 | 5,424 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Queen's Road , PO12 1JD | 2out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haselworth Primary School Stone Lane , PO12 1SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,345 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School Hanover Street , Portsea PO1 3BN | 3out of 4 | 1,437 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Jude's CofE Primary School St Nicholas Street , PO1 2NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,679 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leesland Church of England Controlled Junior School Gordon Road , PO12 3QF | 3out of 4 | 1,724 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Charter Academy Hyde Park Road , PO5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 2,507 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 2,731 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Fawcett Road , PO4 0DL | 3out of 4 | 3,375 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brune Park Community School Military Road , PO12 3BU | 1out of 4 | 3,428 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bay House School Gomer Lane , PO12 2QP | 3out of 4 | 3,494 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 1,397 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | 3out of 4 | 5,038 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oarsome Chance The Boathouse , St Vincent College PO12 4QA | - not rated | 1,397 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 1,615 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 2,084 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth High School 25 Kent Road , Southsea PO5 3EQ | - not rated | 2,211 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 2,713 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grill Stop | 6 South Street, Gosport | 84 yd | |
| Great Wall Chinese | The Great Wall Chinese Restaurant, 78 High Street | 131 yd | |
| Kings Dinner | 80 High Street, Gosport | 131 yd | |
| Brothers | 79 High Street, Gosport | 131 yd | |
| Poppins | 99 High Street, Gosport | 131 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Tavern | 4 Mumby Road, Gosport | 228 yd | |
| Emmas | 37 High Street, Gosport | 255 yd | |
| Gosport Pool Arena | 132a High Street, Gosport | 312 yd | |
| The Star | 28 - 29 High Street, Gosport | 328 yd | |
| The Fox | The Fox Tavern, 83 North Street | 419 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go Kitchen | 12 South Street, Gosport | 84 yd | |
| Subway | 73 High Street, Gosport | 176 yd | |
| The Cookie Guys | 48a High Street, Gosport | 222 yd | |
| Masterchef Tandoori | 24 Stoke Road, Gosport | 851 yd | |
| Krispy Kreme Doughnuts | Gunwharf Quays, Portsmouth | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd. | Aldi, Mumby Road | 366 yd | |
| Iceland | 7 Walpole Road, Gosport | 477 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 15 Walpole Road, Gosport | 593 yd | |
| Asda | Asda Stores Ltd, Dock Road | 814 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Arden Park (Gosport Fc) COCKLESHELL SQUARE | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Fort Blockhouse HASLAR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 854 yd |
| 24/7 Fitness (Portsmouth) (Closed) Gunwharf Quays | health and fitness suite | 939 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 | 111.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.