Broadsands Drive is in Gosport and in Gosport district. PO12 2SE 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 Broadsands Drive, Gosport, PO12 2SE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO12 2SA, PO12 2SF, PO12 2SG, PO12 2SB, PO12 2SD, PO12 2SL, PO12 2SY, PO12 2SN, PO12 2RT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO12 2SE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 50.3% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.3% | 49.7% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PO12 2SE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.5% | 27.8% | 9.3% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63% | 54.5% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 10.3% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 9.4% | 1.6% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 4.7% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 (88.3%) 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 | 50.3% | 52.8% | 2.5% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 35.5% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 10.7% | 8.8% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.2% | 10.1% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 10.9% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 18.2% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 8.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 16.7% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 34.5% | 0.1% | 33.8% | 0.7% |
| Other | 4.4% | 1.6% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.8% | 95% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 92.9% | 91.8% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.3% | 92.1% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.7% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.6% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45% | 37.2% | 7.8% |
| Christian | 48.4% | 46.2% | 2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadsands Drive was 74.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.2% higher than the Alverstoke average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Broadsands Drive has the 6th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Alverstoke and the 107th highest crime rate of 267 local areas in Gosport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.2%.

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 4 Gomer Court Broadsands Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-09-10 | £166,512 |
| Flat 5 Gomer Court Broadsands Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2023-05-18 | £151,007 |
| Flat 4 Gomer Court Broadsands Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2022-10-27 | £165,571 |
| Flat 1 Gomer Court Broadsands Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £152,500 | 2019-08-23 | £165,848 |
| Flat 2 Gomer Court Broadsands Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2018-02-02 | £160,194 |
PO12 2SE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 117 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 56 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Early Years Centre Harris Road , PO13 0UY | 4out of 4 | 4,320 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gomer Infant School Pyrford Close , Alverstoke PO12 2RP | - not rated | 269 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gomer Junior School Pyrford Close , Alverstoke PO12 2RP | - not rated | 349 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy Gomer Pyrford Close , Alverstoke PO12 2RP | - not rated | 349 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alverstoke Church of England Aided Junior School The Avenue , Alverstoke PO12 2JS | 3out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alverstoke Community Infant and Pre-School Ashburton Road , Alverstoke PO12 2LH | 3out of 4 | 1,413 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay House School Gomer Lane , PO12 2QP | - not rated | 573 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy Bay House Gomer Lane , PO12 2QP | - not rated | 573 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy Brune Park Military Road , PO12 3BU | 1out of 4 | 2,328 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brune Park Community School Military Road , PO12 3BU | - not rated | 2,329 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brune Park Community School Military Road , PO12 3BU | - not rated | 2,329 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 | 2,343 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 2,344 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey House Independent Education and Care Limited 4 Foster Road , PO12 2JJ | - not rated | 1,775 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Marycourt School 27 Crescent Road , Alverstoke PO12 2DJ | - not rated | 1,891 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oarsome Chance The Boathouse , St Vincent College PO12 4QA | - not rated | 2,343 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's School 13 MILVIL Road , PO13 9LU | - not rated | 3,527 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's School 13 MILVIL Road , PO13 9LU | - not rated | 3,527 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingfisher Caravan Park | Kingfisher Caravan Park, Browndown Road | 608 yd | |
| The Alverbank Hotel | Alverbank Country House Hotel, Stokes Bay Road | 710 yd | |
| Jocks At The Boro | Gosport Borough Football Club, Privett Road | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seahorse | The Seahorse, Broadsands Drive | 299 yd | |
| The Cocked Hat Brewing Ltd | The Cocked Hat, Privett Road | 431 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queens Parade Fisheries | 165b Privett Road, Gosport | 392 yd | |
| Queens Parade Kitchen | 165a Privett Road, Gosport | 392 yd | |
| King Fish | 18 The Avenue, Gosport | 1,018 yd | |
| King Kebab And Pizza | 18 The Avenue, Gosport | 1,018 yd | |
| Domino'S Solent Pizza | 2 - 6 The Avenue, Gosport | 1,018 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Food | 151 Privett Road, Gosport | 392 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bay House School Gomer Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 415 yd |
| The Aerial Direct Stadium PRIVETT PLACE | grass pitches | 648 yd |
| Cocked Hat Fields MILITARY ROAD | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Gosport Bmx Track GOSPORT BMX TRACK GOSPORT BMX TRACK GRANGE ROAD | cycling | 702 yd |
| Privett Park PRIVETT ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 846 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 | 55.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.