Wych Lane is in Gosport and in Gosport district. PO13 0TE 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 Wych Lane, Gosport, PO13 0TE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO13 0TH, PO13 0TB, PO13 0PL, PO13 0TL, PO13 0TG, PO13 0SH, PO13 0PJ, PO13 0SQ, PO13 0SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO13 0TE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 50% | 49.4% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50% | 50.6% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 0TE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 32% | 33.7% | 1.7% | 37.9% | -4.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 51.2% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.6% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 6.9% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 4.9% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.8% | 45.2% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 33% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 17% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.2% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 15.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.3% | 19.6% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 18.8% | 3.2% | 9.6% | 9.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 16.7% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.6% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 18.8% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.2% | 15.1% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -18.7% |
| Other | 5.1% | 2.4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 95.8% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 96.1% | 94.6% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 94.6% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.8% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.3% | 37.2% | 13.1% |
| Christian | 43.3% | 46.2% | -2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wych Lane was 108.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.4% higher than the Bridgemary average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wych Lane has the 11th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Bridgemary and the 75th highest crime rate of 267 local areas in Gosport .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 67.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 156 Wych Lane, Gosport, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-11-20 | £275,987 |
| 178 Wych Lane, Gosport, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2022-12-15 | £268,241 |
| 118 Wych Lane, Gosport, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-11-04 | £283,855 |
| 152 Wych Lane, Gosport, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2022-05-06 | £297,605 |
| 162 Wych Lane, Gosport, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-03-18 | £288,119 |
PO13 0TE 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 | 88 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Early Years Centre Harris Road , PO13 0UY | 4out of 4 | 889 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodcot Primary School Tukes Avenue , Bridgemary PO13 0SG | 3out of 4 | 328 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbrook Primary School Wych Lane , Bridgemary PO13 0JN | 2out of 4 | 458 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peel Common Junior School The Drive , Rowner PO13 0QD | 2out of 4 | 756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Peel Common Infant School and Nursery Unit The Drive , PO13 0QD | 3out of 4 | 844 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedenham Primary School Bridgemary Avenue , PO13 0XT | 3out of 4 | 926 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 | 680 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton School Marks Road , Stubbington PO14 2AT | 3out of 4 | 1,955 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fareham Academy St Anne's Grove , PO14 1JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,568 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brune Park Community School Military Road , PO12 3BU | 1out of 4 | 2,795 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | 4out of 4 | 3,195 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fareham College Bishopsfield Road , PO14 1NH | - not rated | 3,140 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 4,793 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 328 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Baycroft School Gosport Road , Stubbington PO14 2AE | 3out of 4 | 2,038 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meoncross School 65 Burnt House Lane , Stubbington PO14 2EF | - not rated | 2,202 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate School 239 West Street , Fareham PO16 0HZ | - not rated | 3,106 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Special School Oldbury Way , PO14 3BN | 3out of 4 | 3,693 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoi'S Chinese Takeaway | 184 Nobes Avenue, Gosport | 313 yd | |
| Bridgemary School Breakfast Club | Bridgemary School (The Kemnal Academies Trust), Wych Lane | 332 yd | |
| Bridgemary, Rowner, Woodcot Com. Assoc. Brwca | Bridgemary Woodcot And Rowner Community Association, Wych Lane | 332 yd | |
| Campus Snacks | Bridgemary School (The Kemnal Academies Trust), Wych Lane | 332 yd | |
| Mha Communities Fareham And Gosport | Bridgemary Methodist Church, Prideaux-Brune Avenue | 667 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Carisbrooke Arms | The Carisbrooke Arms, 75 Carisbrooke Road | 762 yd | |
| Bridgemary Bowling Club | Bridgemary Bowling Club, Bridgemary Avenue | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgemary'S Finest | 194 Nobes Avenue, Gosport | 313 yd | |
| Gregson Kebab & Pizza House | 70 Gregson Avenue, Gosport | 704 yd | |
| The Curry Garden | 62 Gregson Avenue, Gosport | 704 yd | |
| Scott'S Plaice | 74 Gregson Avenue, Gosport | 704 yd | |
| Menjar | 45 Carisbrooke Road, Gosport | 762 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gregson Convenience Premier Stores | 66 Gregson Avenue, Gosport | 704 yd | |
| Southern Co-Operatives Limited | 84 Gregson Avenue, Gosport | 704 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 61 Carisbrooke Road, Gosport | 762 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda Stores Ltd, Speedfields Park | 832 yd | |
| Wych Lane Premier | 163 Wych Lane, Gosport | 867 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nobes Avenue NOBES AVENUE | grass pitches | 261 yd |
| Bridgemary School WYCH LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 562 yd |
| Fleetlands FLEETLANDS FOOTBALL CLUB FLEETLANDS FOOTBALL CLUB LEDERLE LANE | grass pitches | 962 yd |
| Brookers Field THE DRIVE | grass pitches | 981 yd |
| Kendall Sports & Social Club (Closed) | health and fitness suite | 1,062 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 | 186.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.