Danes Road is in Fareham and in Fareham district. PO16 8EN is located in the Portchester Wicor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fareham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Danes Road, Fareham, PO16 8EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO16 8ET, PO16 8EW, PO16 8EU, PO16 8EP, PO16 8ES, PO16 8HB, PO16 8DZ, PO16 8DY, PO16 8EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO16 8EN 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 | 52.1% | 49.4% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.6% | 2.7% | 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 PO16 8EN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.6% 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 | 16.2% | 8.2% | -8.0% | 37.9% | -29.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.7% | 68.6% | 0.9% | 44.2% | 24.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 10.6% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 10.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 | 31.8% | 42.4% | 10.6% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 46.7% | 36.4% | -10.3% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 16% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 4.3% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 31% | 24.4% | -6.6% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 8.1% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 15.8% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 10.5% | 5.7% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 11% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -5.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 24.9% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -8.9% |
| Other | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.2% | 2.8% | 2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 100% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 97.1% | 97% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 97.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.3% | 37.2% | -9.9% |
| Christian | 65.8% | 46.2% | 19.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Danes Road was 47.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.1% higher than the Portchester Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Danes Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Portchester Castle and the 136th highest crime rate of 360 local areas in Fareham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 100.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Danes Road, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2016-11-11 | £375,248 |
| 4 Danes Road, Fareham, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2009-09-04 | £410,191 |
| 4 Danes Road, Fareham, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2007-01-15 | £380,425 |
| 4 Danes Road, Fareham, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £212,000 | 2004-10-26 | £407,724 |
PO16 8EN 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 PO16 8EN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 63% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Other | 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 | 4,146 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Barn Community Primary School Linden Lea , Portchester PO16 8HJ | 4out of 4 | 542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Junior School Richmond Rise , Portchester PO16 8DG | 3out of 4 | 587 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Infant School Richmond Rise , Portchester PO16 8DG | 3out of 4 | 587 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wicor Primary School Hatherley Crescent , Portchester PO16 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Junior School Jubilee Avenue , PO6 4QW | - not rated | 1,732 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Middle School Marsden Road , Paulsgrove PO6 4JB | - not rated | 3,355 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sevenoaks Middle School Sundridge Close , Cosham PO6 3JL | - not rated | 5,273 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portchester Community School White Hart Lane , Portchester PO16 9BD | 3out of 4 | 1,643 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | - not rated | 1,714 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | 3out of 4 | 1,714 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Richard School Allaway Avenue , Paulsgrove PO6 4QP | - not rated | 2,011 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Academy Allaway Avenue , Paulsgrove PO6 4QP | 3out of 4 | 2,011 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,755 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seafield School Westlands Grove , Portchester PO16 9AA | - not rated | 1,045 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykeham House School East Street , PO16 0BW | - not rated | 2,704 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All's Well 18 High Street , PO16 7AF | - not rated | 2,818 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boundary Oak School Roche Court , Wickham Road PO17 5BL | - not rated | 3,664 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate School 239 West Street , Fareham PO16 0HZ | - not rated | 3,989 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Nelson Cafe | Fort Nelson, Portsdown Hill Road | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seagull | The Seagull, Cornaway Lane | 1,001 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Red Barn Community Primary School LINDEN LEA | grass pitches | 539 yd |
| 24/7 Fitness (Fareham) DOWN END ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,014 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.