High Drive is in Gosport and in Gosport district. PO13 0QS is located in the Peel Common electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gosport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about High Drive, Gosport, PO13 0QS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO13 0HW, PO13 0QX, PO13 0DU, PO13 0HH, PO13 0HN, PO13 0HQ, PO13 0DX, PO13 0EX, PO13 0HL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO13 0QS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 50.9% | -1.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.1% | 49.1% | 1.0% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 PO13 0QS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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 | 26.8% | 26.7% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.5% | 53.1% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2.2% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 10.3% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.7% | 36.9% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 34.4% | -4.4% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 18.8% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 6.1% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 7.8% | 3.7% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.5% | 25.1% | -2.4% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 10.3% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 15.5% | -4.9% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 5.5% | -1.2% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 19.9% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 20.3% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 6.3% | 3.3% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 95% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 95.1% | 91% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 4.4% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 91% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.5% | 7.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.4% | 76.7% | 5.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14.7% | 13.5% | 1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.6% | 37.2% | 14.4% |
| Christian | 39.7% | 46.2% | -6.5% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Drive was 80.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.0% lower than the Bridgemary average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Drive has the 21st highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Bridgemary and the 104th highest crime rate of 267 local areas in Gosport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -2.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 High Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-03-28 | £246,528 |
| 10 High Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2023-10-05 | £243,256 |
| 23 High Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-06-09 | £186,736 |
| 30 High Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-10-28 | £262,952 |
| 26 High Drive, Gosport, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-10-10 | £272,691 |
PO13 0QS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,351 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peel Common Infant School and Nursery Unit The Drive , PO13 0QD | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowner Infant School Copse Lane , Rowner PO13 0DH | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peel Common Junior School The Drive , Rowner PO13 0QD | 2out of 4 | 794 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowner Junior Tichborne Way , Rowner PO13 0BN | 2out of 4 | 822 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grange Junior School Grange Junior School, Franklin Road , Rowner PO13 9TS | 3out of 4 | 974 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgemary School Wych Lane , Bridgemary PO13 0JN | 3out of 4 | 817 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brune Park Community School Military Road , PO12 3BU | 1out of 4 | 1,730 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton School Marks Road , Stubbington PO14 2AT | 3out of 4 | 2,209 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bay House School Gomer Lane , PO12 2QP | 3out of 4 | 3,797 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fareham Academy St Anne's Grove , PO14 1JJ | 3out of 4 | 3,895 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,755 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fareham College Bishopsfield Road , PO14 1NH | - not rated | 4,471 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Key Education Centre Tukes Avenue , PO13 0SG | 3out of 4 | 1,698 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Baycroft School Gosport Road , Stubbington PO14 2AE | 3out of 4 | 2,216 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meoncross School 65 Burnt House Lane , Stubbington PO14 2EF | - not rated | 2,929 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oarsome Chance The Boathouse , St Vincent College PO12 4QA | - not rated | 3,755 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate School 239 West Street , Fareham PO16 0HZ | - not rated | 4,476 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakers Basket | 157 Rowner Lane, Gosport | 444 yd | |
| Masala | 23 Rowner Road, Gosport | 555 yd | |
| New Kung Fu Wok Limited | 23b Rowner Road, Gosport | 555 yd | |
| Tses Chinese Takeaway | 49 Carisbrooke Road, Gosport | 613 yd | |
| The Rolling Scones Cafe Ltd | 19 Rowner Road, Gosport | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Dragon | 21 Rowner Road, Gosport | 555 yd | |
| The Carisbrooke Arms | The Carisbrooke Arms, 75 Carisbrooke Road | 613 yd | |
| Rowner Bowling Club | Rowner Bowling Club, Rowner Lane | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silver Palace | 130 Beauchamp Avenue, Gosport | 391 yd | |
| China Garden | 159 Rowner Lane, Gosport | 444 yd | |
| Goldies Fish And Chip Shop | 145 Rowner Lane, Gosport | 444 yd | |
| Jumbo | 31 Rowner Road, Gosport | 555 yd | |
| Menjar | 45 Carisbrooke Road, Gosport | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wych Lane Premier | 163 Wych Lane, Gosport | 575 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 61 Carisbrooke Road, Gosport | 613 yd | |
| Spar | 5 - 7 Rowner Road, Gosport | 750 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetlands Golf Course ROSE COTTAGE ROSE COTTAGE BRUNE LANE | golf, grass pitches | 638 yd |
| Rowner Cricket Club ROWNER ROAD | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Grange Lane ROWNER LANE | grass pitches | 764 yd |
| Lee-On-The-Solent Golf Club BRUNE LANE | golf | 830 yd |
| Grange Junior School FRANKLIN ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 867 yd |
| Bridgemary School WYCH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 869 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 | 66.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 115.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.