Orchard Grove is in Fareham and in Fareham district. PO16 9ED 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 Orchard Grove, Fareham, PO16 9ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO16 9EQ, PO16 9DZ, PO16 9AR, PO16 9EA, PO16 9AW, PO16 9AN, PO16 9JH, PO16 9EE, PO16 9DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO16 9ED has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 48.8% | 48.9% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 51.2% | 51.1% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 24% | 30.3% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 50.8% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 6.6% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 1.5% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 8.7% | -1.9% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 8.7% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.9% | 51.4% | 8.5% | 48.4% | 3.0% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 35.7% | -4.4% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 13% | 9.2% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 16.3% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 9.9% | -6.8% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 14.4% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 11% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 21.3% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 25.9% | 6.1% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 3% | 1.1% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.6% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 97.5% | 97.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.2% | 37.2% | 16.0% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Grove was 28.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.9% lower than the Portchester Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Orchard Grove has the 17th lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Portchester Castle and the 143rd lowest crime rate of 360 local areas in Fareham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Orchard Grove, Fareham, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-04-29 | £266,229 |
| 6 Orchard Grove, Fareham, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2013-12-06 | £265,850 |
| 2 Orchard Grove, Fareham, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2012-03-23 | £424,784 |
| 9 Orchard Grove, Fareham, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2010-08-16 | £375,391 |
| 9 Orchard Grove, Fareham, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2004-09-17 | £400,835 |
PO16 9ED area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PO16 9ED area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Early Years Centre Harris Road , PO13 0UY | 4out of 4 | 3,093 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wicor Primary School Hatherley Crescent , Portchester PO16 9DL | 3out of 4 | 450 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Barn Community Primary School Linden Lea , Portchester PO16 8HJ | 4out of 4 | 928 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Junior School Richmond Rise , Portchester PO16 8DG | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Infant School Richmond Rise , Portchester PO16 8DG | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Primary School Castle Street , Portchester PO16 9QQ | 3out of 4 | 1,340 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 | 3,405 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sevenoaks Middle School Sundridge Close , Cosham PO6 3JL | - not rated | 5,338 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 | 900 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | - not rated | 1,794 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | 3out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King Richard School Allaway Avenue , Paulsgrove PO6 4QP | - not rated | 2,152 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Academy Allaway Avenue , Paulsgrove PO6 4QP | 3out of 4 | 2,152 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 | 4,753 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 5,217 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 5,226 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 | 484 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykeham House School East Street , PO16 0BW | - not rated | 2,847 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All's Well 18 High Street , PO16 7AF | - not rated | 3,000 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxbury School Perth Road , Bridgemary PO13 0XX | - not rated | 3,317 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Key Education Centre Tukes Avenue , PO13 0SG | 3out of 4 | 3,632 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Takeaway | 153 White Hart Lane, Portchester | 582 yd | |
| Salt Cafe | Unit 9a, Wicormarine | 633 yd | |
| Marjories Tea Rooms And Bistro | 1 Russell Buildings, 86 West Street | 865 yd | |
| Darcys | 44a West Street, Portchester | 967 yd | |
| River Spice Indian Restaurant | New Parade, 38 West Street | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wicor Mill | The Wicor Mill, 246 White Hart Lane | 72 yd | |
| The Seagull | The Seagull, Cornaway Lane | 354 yd | |
| The Portcullis Taphouse | 6 New Parade, 38 West Street | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Plaice | 254 White Hart Lane, Portchester | 72 yd | |
| Ruby Chinese Take Away | 121 West Street, Portchester | 704 yd | |
| White Hart Chinese Takeaway | 56 White Hart Lane, Portchester | 953 yd | |
| Al'S Bar | 74a - 78a West Street, Portchester | 967 yd | |
| Golden Boat | 5 New Parade, 38 West Street | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Portchester Community Centre WESTLANDS GROVE | 504 yd | |
| Wicor Recreation Ground Cranleigh Road | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Portchester Community School WHITE HART LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 900 yd |
| Red Barn Community Primary School LINDEN LEA | grass pitches | 931 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.