Crest Close is in Fareham and in Fareham district. PO16 8RZ is located in the Wallington & Downend electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fareham. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crest Close, Fareham, PO16 8RZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO16 8RY, PO16 8QZ, PO16 8RA, PO16 8RT, PO16 8QY, PO16 8RX, PO16 8SA, PO16 8RE, PO16 8RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO16 8RZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.9% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.1% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 8RZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.3% 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 | 20.7% | 20.6% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 62.3% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 18.1% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 3.6% | 4.7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 11.4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 52.5% | 48.4% | -4.1% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 32.2% | 4.3% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 16.8% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 2.3% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.6% | 13.5% | -4.1% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 7.7% | 0.7% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 10.3% | -3.1% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.4% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 13.5% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 45% | 45.5% | 0.5% | 33.8% | 11.7% |
| Other | 2.1% | 3.2% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.4% | 98% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
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 | 95.3% | 94.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 94.3% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.3% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 60.6% | 46.2% | 14.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crest Close was 36.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.8% lower than the Fareham Town average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Crest Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Fareham Town and the 178th lowest crime rate of 356 local areas in Fareham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Crest Close, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2011-09-26 | £601,418 |
| 5 Crest Close, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2004-10-11 | £729,155 |
| 1 Crest Close, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2004-09-30 | £570,414 |
| 5 Crest Close, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2001-11-01 | £578,931 |
| 7 Crest Close, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £197,500 | 2001-10-12 | £521,616 |
PO16 8RZ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PO16 8RZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,281 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 | 1,346 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Redlands Primary School Redlands Lane , PO16 0UD | 4out of 4 | 1,872 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wicor Primary School Hatherley Crescent , Portchester PO16 9DL | 3out of 4 | 1,922 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands Primary School Morshead Crescent , PO16 7QP | 3out of 4 | 2,243 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Barn Community Primary School Linden Lea , Portchester PO16 8HJ | 4out of 4 | 2,297 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 | 5,328 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | - not rated | 530 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | 3out of 4 | 530 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fareham Academy St Anne's Grove , PO14 1JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,639 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 | 2,639 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portchester Community School White Hart Lane , Portchester PO16 9BD | 3out of 4 | 3,129 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 | 2,736 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wykeham House School East Street , PO16 0BW | - not rated | 688 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All's Well 18 High Street , PO16 7AF | - not rated | 798 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate School 239 West Street , Fareham PO16 0HZ | - not rated | 1,969 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Boundary Oak School Roche Court , Wickham Road PO17 5BL | - not rated | 2,367 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Seafield School Westlands Grove , Portchester PO16 9AA | - not rated | 2,457 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cams Hall Golf Club | Cams Hall Golf Club, Portchester Road | 220 yd | |
| Red Spider Climbing | Unit N, Fort Wallington Industrial Estate | 568 yd | |
| Fareham And Crofton Cricket Club | Sports Club, Bath Lane | 620 yd | |
| Villa Romana | The Old Coach House, High Street | 749 yd | |
| Kazs Kitchen | Bus Station, Hartlands Road | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delme Arms | Delme Arms, 1 Cams Hill | 151 yd | |
| The Cob And Pen | The Cob And Pen, 1 Wallington Shore Road | 713 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | The Golden Lion, 28 High Street | 783 yd | |
| The White Horse | The White Horse, 44 North Wallington | 857 yd | |
| Fareham Snooker Club | Fareham Snooker Club, Broadcut | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury'S | Sainsburys, Broadcut | 931 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore | Tesco, Quay Street | 959 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cams Hill School SHEARWATER AVENUE | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Bath Lane Recreation Ground SPORTS CLUB SPORTS CLUB BATH LANE | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| Fusion Fitness Gym LYSSES COURT | health and fitness suite | 657 yd |
| Wykeham House School (Closed) East Street | 678 yd | |
| Cams Hall Estate Golf Club CAMS HALL GOLF CLUB CAMS HALL GOLF CLUB PORTCHESTER ROAD | golf | 975 yd |
| 24/7 Fitness (Fareham) DOWN END ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,006 yd |
| Sports Direct Fitness (Fareham) PULHEIM PARADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,032 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 137.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.