The Redan is in Gosport and in Gosport district. PO12 2BA is located in the Anglesey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gosport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Redan, Gosport, PO12 2BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO12 2AL, PO12 2AP, PO12 2EZ, PO12 2AY, PO12 2AJ, PO12 2AR, PO12 2AH, PO12 2UG, PO12 2AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO12 2BA has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 40.4% | 49% | 8.6% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 59.6% | 51% | -8.6% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 29.7% | 17.5% | -12.2% | 37.9% | -20.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.6% | 41.2% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 17.5% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 8.4% |
| Widowed | 14% | 22.7% | 8.7% | 6.1% | 16.6% |
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 (49%) 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 | 37.8% | 20.6% | -17.2% | 48.4% | -27.8% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 28.4% | -5.7% | 33.6% | -5.2% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 33.3% | 14.7% | 12.7% | 20.6% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 11.8% | 5.2% | 4.0% | 7.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 5.9% | 3.0% | 1.2% | 4.7% |
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.
In the area around PO12 2BA this area, 37.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 10.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 37.1% | 11.0% | 18.2% | 18.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 6.2% | -8.4% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 10.3% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 14.4% | 10.0% | 5.3% | 9.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 11.3% | 1.1% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.9% | 10.3% | -10.6% | 33.8% | -23.5% |
| Other | 12.6% | 10.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 7.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 11.8% | 0% | -11.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 76.1% | 96.1% | 20.0% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 89.2% 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 | 73% | 89.2% | 16.2% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 12.6% | 2.9% | -9.7% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.4% | 3.9% | -5.5% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| 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 | 72.7% | 89.2% | 16.5% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| 10+ Years | 5.8% | 9.8% | 4.0% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 1% | -2.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 11% | 0% | -11.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0% | -6.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.3% | 1.7% |
| No passport held | 18.6% | 13.5% | 5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.5% | 37.2% | -10.7% |
| Christian | 68.6% | 46.2% | 22.4% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Redan was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Anglesey average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% 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 11 Archer House The Redan, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2005-05-06 | £126,887 |
| Flat 6 Archer House The Redan, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2005-05-06 | £123,970 |
| Flat 6 Archer House The Redan, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £71,000 | 2002-10-11 | £136,183 |
| Flat 6 Archer House The Redan, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2001-06-08 | £123,046 |
| Flat 11 Archer House The Redan, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £29,500 | 1998-06-05 | £109,933 |
PO12 2BA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 PO12 2BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 71% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Part-Time Employee | 3 |
| Self-Employed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 57 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haselworth Primary School Stone Lane , PO12 1SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alverstoke Community Infant School Ashburton Road , Alverstoke PO12 2LH | 4out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alverstoke Church of England Aided Junior School The Avenue , Alverstoke PO12 2JS | 3out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leesland Church of England Controlled Junior School Gordon Road , PO12 3QF | 3out of 4 | 1,683 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leesland Church of England Controlled Infant School Whitworth Road , PO12 3NL | 3out of 4 | 1,753 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay House School Gomer Lane , PO12 2QP | 3out of 4 | 2,471 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Charter Academy Hyde Park Road , PO5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 3,830 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brune Park Community School Military Road , PO12 3BU | 1out of 4 | 3,853 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 4,132 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Fawcett Road , PO4 0DL | 3out of 4 | 4,588 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 2,171 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,171 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 2,789 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth High School 25 Kent Road , Southsea PO5 3EQ | - not rated | 3,105 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 3,407 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 3,632 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gosport Falcons Football Club | Street Record, Fort Road | 214 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fighting Cocks | 78 Clayhall Road, Gosport | 115 yd | |
| Gosport And Fareham Rugby Club | Gosport And Fareham Rfc, Dolphin Crescent | 859 yd | |
| The Park Tavern | The Park Hotel, Park Road | 941 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Monckton Sports Ground Fort Road | grass pitches | 233 yd |
| Gosport And Stokes Bay Golf Club MILITARY ROAD | golf | 549 yd |
| Gosport Park GOSPORT PARK GOSPORT PARK DOLPHIN CRESCENT | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Fort Blockhouse HASLAR ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 940 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 | 113.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.