Ashburton Road is in Gosport and in Gosport district. PO12 2LH is located in the Alverstoke electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gosport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ashburton Road, Gosport, PO12 2LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO12 2NH, PO12 2LN, PO12 2LJ, PO12 2LU, PO12 2LP, PO12 2LD, PO12 2LF, PO12 2LL, PO12 2DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO12 2LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 50.7% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.6% | 49.3% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 | 25.1% | 30.4% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.2% | 48.9% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 12.7% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.1% | 55.8% | 10.7% | 48.4% | 7.4% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 30.7% | -9.4% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 10.6% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.8% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around PO12 2LH this area, 6.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 6.3% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -11.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.7% | 10.1% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 16.5% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.2% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 17.7% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.4% | 43% | -3.4% | 33.8% | 9.2% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 97.2% | 97.4% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 92.6% | 92.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 92.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.3% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 7.4% | 13.5% | -6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.8% | 37.2% | 5.6% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ashburton Road was 123.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 175.1% higher than the Alverstoke average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Ashburton Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Alverstoke and the 63rd highest crime rate of 267 local areas in Gosport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 56.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 68% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 7 Ashburton Road, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-08-14 | £277,039 |
| Flat 4 7 Ashburton Road, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2022-08-30 | £173,211 |
| 3B Ashburton Road, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2021-07-01 | £83,513 |
| 21A Ashburton Road, Gosport, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £15,000 | 2021-05-16 | £16,119 |
| 17 Ashburton Road, Gosport, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £725,000 | 2020-10-02 | £824,909 |
PO12 2LH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 24% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PO12 2LH 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Early Years Centre Harris Road , PO13 0UY | 4out of 4 | 5,297 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alverstoke Community Infant School Ashburton Road , Alverstoke PO12 2LH | 4out of 4 | 230 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alverstoke Church of England Aided Junior School The Avenue , Alverstoke PO12 2JS | 3out of 4 | 595 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gomer Junior School Pyrford Close , Alverstoke PO12 2RP | 3out of 4 | 987 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gomer Infant School Pyrford Close , Alverstoke PO12 2RP | 4out of 4 | 1,059 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haselworth Primary School Stone Lane , PO12 1SQ | 3out of 4 | 1,383 yd | Community 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 | 1,001 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brune Park Community School Military Road , PO12 3BU | 1out of 4 | 3,150 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgemary School Wych Lane , Bridgemary PO13 0JN | 3out of 4 | 5,065 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Charter Academy Hyde Park Road , PO5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 5,105 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 5,370 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,266 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 | 2,266 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 4,097 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth High School 25 Kent Road , Southsea PO5 3EQ | - not rated | 4,505 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 4,674 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 5,039 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joys Of Alverstoke | 47 Village Road, Gosport | 133 yd | |
| Little Palace | 45 Village Road, Gosport | 133 yd | |
| Pebbles Fish N Wine Bar Ltd | Pebbles Wine Bar, Stokes Bay Road | 388 yd | |
| The Alverbank Hotel | Alverbank Country House Hotel, Stokes Bay Road | 855 yd | |
| Claires' At Bury House | Bury House, Bury Road | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Urban Slice Ltd | 51 Village Road, Gosport | 133 yd | |
| Village Home | 51 Village Road, Gosport | 133 yd | |
| Stokes Bay Sailing Club | Stokes Bay Sailing Club, Stokes Bay Road | 388 yd | |
| Gosport And District Angling Club | Gosport And District Angling Club, Lifeboat Lane | 683 yd | |
| Gca Social Club | Bury House, Bury Road | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Fish Bar | 13 Little Lane, Gosport | 224 yd | |
| King Fish | 18 The Avenue, Gosport | 967 yd | |
| King Kebab And Pizza | 18 The Avenue, Gosport | 967 yd | |
| Domino'S Solent Pizza | 2 - 6 The Avenue, Gosport | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stokes Bay ELGAR CLOSE | grass pitches | 199 yd |
| Miracles Health Club LITTLE CHURCH LITTLE CHURCH ANGLESEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 237 yd |
| Alverstoke Lawn Tennis Squash & Badminton Club GREEN LANE | indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 549 yd |
| Alverstoke C E Junior School The Avenue | grass pitches, swimming pool | 628 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 | 88.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.0% |
| 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 | 62.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.