Northwood Square is in Fareham and in Fareham district. PO16 7EL is located in the Fareham Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fareham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Northwood Square, Fareham, PO16 7EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO16 7JG, PO16 7NQ, PO16 7JP, PO16 7SL, PO16 7JQ, PO16 7LX, PO16 7NG, PO16 7JN, PO16 7NF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO16 7EL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.8% | 54.4% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 45.2% | 45.6% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.3% | 26.6% | -6.7% | 37.9% | -11.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 36.2% | 2.9% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 14.8% | 7.0% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 21% | 19.2% | -1.8% | 6.1% | 13.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.3% | 35.4% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -13.0% |
| Good health | 29.3% | 33.1% | 3.8% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 23.1% | 24.4% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 11.7% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 7.1% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 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.
In the area around PO16 7EL this area, 32.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.4% | 32.3% | 3.9% | 18.2% | 14.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9.6% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 10.5% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 8.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 12.2% | 5.6% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 23.6% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 8.2% | 3.1% | -5.1% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 96.9% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 88.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.1% | 88.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 8.1% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 88.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.2% | 5.9% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 1.2% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.4% | 76.7% | 1.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northwood Square was 175.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.8% higher than the Fareham Town average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Northwood Square has the 6th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Fareham Town and the 19th highest crime rate of 360 local areas in Fareham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% 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 18 Darren Court Northwood Square, Fareham, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £146,500 | 2026-02-27 | £146,500 |
| Flat 24 Darren Court Northwood Square, Fareham, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-09-24 | £128,888 |
| Flat 9 Darren Court Northwood Square, Fareham, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,500 | 2025-03-27 | £175,945 |
| Flat 19 Darren Court Northwood Square, Fareham, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2024-05-15 | £137,837 |
| Flat 11 Darren Court Northwood Square, Fareham, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-09-29 | £173,994 |
The percentage of retired residents living in PO16 7EL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| 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 | 3,663 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harrison Primary School Harrison Road , PO16 7EQ | 4out of 4 | 298 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands Primary School Morshead Crescent , PO16 7QP | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redlands Primary School Redlands Lane , PO16 0UD | 4out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallisdean Infant School Wallisdean Avenue , PO14 1HT | - not rated | 1,428 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wallisdean Junior School Wallisdean Avenue , PO14 1HU | 3out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fareham Academy St Anne's Grove , PO14 1JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,471 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Neville Lovett Community School and Continuing Education Centre St Anne's Grove , PO14 1JJ | - not rated | 1,471 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | - not rated | 1,977 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | 3out of 4 | 1,977 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Henry Cort Community College Hillson Drive , PO15 6PH | 2out of 4 | 2,888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Hampshire College Group Bishopsfield Road , PO14 1NH | - not rated | 1,332 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsgate School 239 West Street , Fareham PO16 0HZ | - not rated | 559 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All's Well 18 High Street , PO16 7AF | - not rated | 755 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykeham House School East Street , PO16 0BW | - not rated | 907 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boundary Oak School Roche Court , Wickham Road PO17 5BL | - not rated | 1,944 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Special School Patchway Drive , Oldbury Way PO14 3BN | 3out of 4 | 2,423 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Chinese Restaurant | 35 - 37 Trinity Street, Fareham | 151 yd | |
| Medicot Ltd | 3 Osborn Road South, Fareham | 247 yd | |
| Crumble Jack | 183a West Street, Fareham | 339 yd | |
| New Golden Boat | 185 West Street, Fareham | 339 yd | |
| Sweetpeas Play Cafe | 179a West Street, Fareham | 340 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fareham | The Fareham, 54 Trinity Street | 181 yd | |
| The Trinity Tavern | The Trinity Tavern, 3 Trinity Street | 302 yd | |
| The West Street Alehouse | 164a West Street, Fareham | 401 yd | |
| The Lord Arthur Lee | The Lord Arthur Lee, 100 - 108 West Street | 417 yd | |
| Fareham Masonic Club | Harmony Hall, 34 Queens Road | 487 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino'S Pizza | 183 West Street, Fareham | 339 yd | |
| Lj Chinese Cuisine | 183a West Street, Fareham | 339 yd | |
| Pizza Gogo | 137 West Street, Fareham | 372 yd | |
| Canton Express | 150 West Street, Fareham | 395 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | 128 West Street, Fareham | 418 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 208 - 228 West Street, Fareham | 498 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore | Tesco, Quay Street | 744 yd | |
| Sainsbury'S | Sainsburys, Broadcut | 838 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fareham Leisure Centre PARK LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 250 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Fareham) PULHEIM PARADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 665 yd |
| Uplands Primary School MORSHEAD CRESCENT | grass pitches | 868 yd |
| Fusion Fitness Gym LYSSES COURT | health and fitness suite | 875 yd |
| Wykeham House School (Closed) East Street | 899 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 158.96 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 158.96 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.