Minster Close is in Fareham and in Fareham district. PO15 5PB is located in the Avenue electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fareham. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Minster Close, Fareham, PO15 5PB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO15 5PD, PO15 5PJ, PO15 5PN, PO15 5BJ, PO15 5BQ, PO15 5PW, PO15 5DB, PO15 5PL, PO15 5PG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO15 5PB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 50.2% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49.8% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 PO15 5PB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% 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 | 24.6% | 23% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 53.6% | -3.3% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 12.6% | 4.5% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 10.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 53% | 38.8% | -14.2% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 42% | 11.6% | 33.6% | 8.4% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 14% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 4.4% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20% | 13.2% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 12.3% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 12.7% | -4.2% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 10.5% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 17.3% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 29.5% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 2.1% | 0.4% | -1.7% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 8.6% | 0.8% | -7.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 89.3% | 97.2% | 7.9% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 96.4% | 94% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 93.2% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0.8% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 48.2% | 46.2% | 2.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Minster Close was 26.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.0% lower than the Avenue average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Minster Close has the 37th lowest crime rate of 102 local areas in Avenue and the 135th lowest crime rate of 359 local areas in Fareham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 4.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Minster Close, Fareham, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-07-12 | £198,526 |
| 20 Minster Close, Fareham, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £167,000 | 2020-02-19 | £185,709 |
| 7 Minster Close, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2016-08-22 | £392,588 |
| 2 Minster Close, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2015-11-19 | £398,124 |
| 3 Minster Close, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2014-05-30 | £402,570 |
PO15 5PB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PO15 5PB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 78 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Early Years Centre Harris Road , PO13 0UY | 4out of 4 | 5,267 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Columba CE Primary School Tewkesbury Avenue , PO15 6LL | - not rated | 724 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ranvilles Junior School Oldbury Way , PO14 3BN | 3out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ranvilles Infant School Oldbury Way , PO14 3BN | 4out of 4 | 1,036 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Titchfield Primary School Southampton Road , Titchfield PO14 4AU | 3out of 4 | 1,404 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Lea Infant School Kennedy Avenue , PO15 6BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,450 yd | Community school | 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 | 656 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fareham Academy St Anne's Grove , PO14 1JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,116 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crofton School Marks Road , Stubbington PO14 2AT | 3out of 4 | 4,257 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | 4out of 4 | 4,674 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield Community School Brook Lane , Sarisbury Green SO31 7DU | 3out of 4 | 5,105 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fareham College Bishopsfield Road , PO14 1NH | - not rated | 1,665 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Special School Patchway Drive , Oldbury Way PO14 3BN | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Heathfield Special School Oldbury Way , PO14 3BN | 3out of 4 | 912 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Hill Park School West Hill Park , St Margarets Lane PO14 4BS | - not rated | 2,214 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate School 239 West Street , Fareham PO16 0HZ | - not rated | 2,316 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Meoncross School 65 Burnt House Lane , Stubbington PO14 2EF | - not rated | 3,273 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fareham Hockey Club | Fareham Hockey Club, Henry Cort Community College | 681 yd | |
| Cozee Cafe | 5 Anjou Crescent, Fareham | 726 yd | |
| Highlands Road Fish And Chips | 125 Highlands Road, Fareham | 800 yd | |
| Highlands Tandoori | 97 Highlands Road, Fareham | 824 yd | |
| Stewarts | Abbey Nursery, Mill Lane | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Heathfield Arms | The Heathfield Arms, 116 Blackbrook Road | 639 yd | |
| Oast And Squire | Oast And Squire, 2 Peak Lane | 775 yd | |
| The Fishermans Rest | The Fishermans Rest, Mill Lane | 972 yd | |
| Hill Park Memorial Working Mens Club | Hill Park Working Mens Club, 78 Highlands Road | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gandhi Indian Takeaway | 4 Anjou Crescent, Fareham | 738 yd | |
| Little Kitchen | 2 Anjou Crescent, Fareham | 738 yd | |
| Peckish Catering | 117 Highlands Road, Fareham | 824 yd | |
| August Moon Chinese Takeaway | 107 Highlands Road, Fareham | 824 yd | |
| Whody; A Burger; Outfry Chicken; Wings & Shake | 1a Fareham Park Road, Fareham | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Fareham Highland Road Pfs | Highlands Service Station, 165 Highlands Road | 264 yd | |
| Co-Op | 139 Highlands Road, Fareham | 733 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Henry Cort Community College Sports Fields VALENTINE CLOSE | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| St Francis Special School OLDBURY WAY | 719 yd | |
| The Henry Cort Community College HENRY CORT DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 726 yd |
| St Columba Church Of England Primary Academy TEWKESBURY AVENUE | grass pitches | 743 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 | 75.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 75.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.