Romsey Avenue is in Fareham and in Fareham district. PO16 9TA 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 Romsey Avenue, Fareham, PO16 9TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO16 9SZ, PO16 9SY, PO16 9TS, PO16 8AL, PO16 8QW, PO16 9TR, PO16 8QN, PO16 9TB, PO16 8AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO16 9TA has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 48.9% | 49.5% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 51.1% | 50.5% | -0.6% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 9TA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.3% 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 | 23.5% | 25.6% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 55.3% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 11.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 9.7% | 3.1% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 6.2% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.8%) 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 | 46.6% | 54.4% | 7.8% | 48.4% | 6.0% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 33.4% | -5.0% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 8.6% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.2% | 11.1% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 11.6% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.2% | 12.7% | -1.5% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 5.9% | -2.4% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 23.2% | 10.3% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 33.4% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -0.4% |
| Other | 4% | 2.2% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.9% | 93.7% | -5.2% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 93.2% | 91.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 90.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.3% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 1.1% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.6% | 13.5% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 47.5% | 46.2% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Romsey Avenue was 4.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.4% lower than the Portchester Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Romsey Avenue has the lowest crime rate of 51 local areas in Portchester Castle and the 8th lowest crime rate of 360 local areas in Fareham .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -90.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Romsey Avenue, Fareham, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2025-10-31 | £378,077 |
| 62 Romsey Avenue, Fareham, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-10-03 | £422,849 |
| 76 Romsey Avenue, Fareham, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2025-03-21 | £429,615 |
| 24 Romsey Avenue, Fareham, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2024-06-27 | £442,144 |
| 18 Romsey Avenue, Fareham, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £437,500 | 2024-03-26 | £450,327 |
PO16 9TA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 154 |
| Retired | 93 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 3,050 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 | 554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Barn Community Primary School Linden Lea , Portchester PO16 8HJ | 4out of 4 | 1,103 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Junior School Richmond Rise , Portchester PO16 8DG | 3out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Infant School Richmond Rise , Portchester PO16 8DG | 3out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Primary School Castle Street , Portchester PO16 9QQ | 3out of 4 | 2,186 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 | 4,090 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 | 877 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cams Hill School Shearwater Avenue , PO16 8AH | 3out of 4 | 877 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portchester Community School White Hart Lane , Portchester PO16 9BD | 3out of 4 | 1,763 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King Richard School Allaway Avenue , Paulsgrove PO6 4QP | - not rated | 2,753 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Academy Allaway Avenue , Paulsgrove PO6 4QP | 3out of 4 | 2,753 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 | 3,935 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 | 1,110 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykeham House School East Street , PO16 0BW | - not rated | 1,953 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All's Well 18 High Street , PO16 7AF | - not rated | 2,099 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate School 239 West Street , Fareham PO16 0HZ | - not rated | 3,223 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Key Education Centre Tukes Avenue , PO13 0SG | 3out of 4 | 3,315 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathens Rugby Club | Cams Alders Sports Centre, Palmerston Drive | 472 yd | |
| Salt Cafe | Unit 9a, Wicormarine | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seagull | The Seagull, Cornaway Lane | 762 yd | |
| The Wicor Mill | The Wicor Mill, 246 White Hart Lane | 937 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean Plaice | 254 White Hart Lane, Portchester | 937 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wicor Recreation Ground Cranleigh Road | grass pitches | 539 yd |
| 24/7 Fitness (Fareham) DOWN END ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 738 yd |
| Cams Hill School SHEARWATER AVENUE | grass pitches | 882 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 | 232.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.