Wild Ridings is in Fareham and in Fareham district. PO14 3BS is located in the Avenue electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fareham. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wild Ridings, Fareham, PO14 3BS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO14 3AL, PO14 3DW, PO14 3BU, PO14 3DL, PO14 3BY, PO14 3AJ, PO14 3AT, PO14 3DN, PO14 3BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO14 3BS has a slightly higher male population, with 52.9% 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 | 47.4% | 47.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -3.9% |
| Male | 52.6% | 52.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 3.9% |
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 PO14 3BS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.6% 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 | 21% | 19% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 63.6% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 19.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 8.9% | 3.2% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 12% | 7.6% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 55.4% | 49.9% | -5.5% | 48.4% | 1.5% |
| Good health | 25.4% | 27.7% | 2.3% | 33.6% | -5.9% |
| Fair health | 7% | 9.6% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 11.5% | 9.3% | 4.0% | 7.5% |
| Very bad health | 10% | 1.4% | -8.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 19.8% | 13.8% | -6.0% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 7.2% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 13.5% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7.5% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 17.6% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.3% | 38.1% | -1.2% | 33.8% | 4.3% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.8% | 97.3% | 2.5% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Arab | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 91.8% | 94.2% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 2% | 0.6% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 93.7% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 5.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 49.5% | 46.2% | 3.3% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 15.7% | 6.0% | 9.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wild Ridings was 26.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.9% lower than the Avenue average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wild Ridings has the 38th lowest crime rate of 102 local areas in Avenue and the 137th lowest crime rate of 359 local areas in Fareham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Wild Ridings, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £347,000 | 2007-01-31 | £616,607 |
| 23 Wild Ridings, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2006-12-20 | £551,337 |
| 19 Wild Ridings, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2005-04-29 | £564,545 |
PO14 3BS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PO14 3BS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 36 |
| Education | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Early Years Centre Harris Road , PO13 0UY | 4out of 4 | 4,805 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranvilles Junior School Oldbury Way , PO14 3BN | 3out of 4 | 518 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ranvilles Infant School Oldbury Way , PO14 3BN | 4out of 4 | 518 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Titchfield Primary School Southampton Road , Titchfield PO14 4AU | 3out of 4 | 1,198 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Jude's Catholic Primary School Bishopsfield Road , PO14 1ND | 3out of 4 | 1,543 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Columba CE Primary School Tewkesbury Avenue , PO15 6LL | - not rated | 1,639 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Henry Cort Community College Hillson Drive , PO15 6PH | 3out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fareham Academy St Anne's Grove , PO14 1JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,912 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton School Marks Road , Stubbington PO14 2AT | 3out of 4 | 3,427 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridgemary School Wych Lane , Bridgemary PO13 0JN | 3out of 4 | 4,674 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | 4out of 4 | 4,769 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 | 1,692 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathfield Special School Oldbury Way , PO14 3BN | 3out of 4 | 512 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Special School Patchway Drive , Oldbury Way PO14 3BN | 3out of 4 | 575 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill Park School West Hill Park , St Margarets Lane PO14 4BS | - not rated | 1,877 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Meoncross School 65 Burnt House Lane , Stubbington PO14 2EF | - not rated | 2,439 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate School 239 West Street , Fareham PO16 0HZ | - not rated | 2,473 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Titchfield Mill | Titchfield Mill, Mill Lane | 1,015 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oast And Squire | Oast And Squire, 2 Peak Lane | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Fareham Highland Road Pfs | Highlands Service Station, 165 Highlands Road | 1,091 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Francis Special School OLDBURY WAY | 503 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.