Wykeham Field is in Wickham, Fareham and in Winchester district. PO17 5AB is located in the Southwick and Wickham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wykeham Field, Wickham, Fareham, PO17 5AB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO17 5BY, PO17 5AD, PO17 5AA, PO17 5DB, PO17 5AE, PO17 5NF, PO17 5NH, PO17 5BZ, PO17 5PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO17 5AB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.2% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.8% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 | 27.8% | 36.8% | 9.0% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.3% | 43.7% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 4.3% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 8.2% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 45.4% | 44.3% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 38.1% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 13.7% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 30.9% | 18.5% | -12.4% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 9.9% | -2.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 15% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 16.7% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 34.8% | 14.4% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.6% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 94.8% 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% | 94.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.5% | 2.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 94.5% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 4.1% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 18.1% | 13.5% | 4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wykeham Field was 70.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.1% higher than the Bishop's Waltham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wykeham Field has the 21st highest crime rate of 66 local areas in Bishop's Waltham and the 90th highest crime rate of 379 local areas in Winchester .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Wykeham Field, Fareham, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2025-08-28 | £324,013 |
| 6 Wykeham Field, Fareham, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2025-01-06 | £268,000 |
| 36 Wykeham Field, Fareham, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-10-29 | £342,751 |
| 10 Wykeham Field, Fareham, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-06-04 | £281,570 |
| 25 Wykeham Field, Fareham, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £302,100 | 2023-03-30 | £296,088 |
PO17 5AB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% 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.
PO17 5AB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wickham Church of England Primary School Buddens Road , Wickham PO17 5HU | 3out of 4 | 638 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School Solomons Lane , Waltham Chase SO32 2LY | 3out of 4 | 3,919 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Lea Junior School Kennedy Avenue , PO15 6BJ | 3out of 4 | 4,188 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Lea Infant School Kennedy Avenue , PO15 6BJ | 3out of 4 | 4,309 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Uplands Primary School Morshead Crescent , PO16 7QP | 3out of 4 | 4,437 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Henry Cort Community College Hillson Drive , PO15 6PH | 3out of 4 | 5,032 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Swanmore College New Road , Swanmore SO32 2RB | 3out of 4 | 5,143 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boundary Oak School Wickham Road , PO17 5BL | - not rated | 3,304 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsgate School 239 West Street , Fareham PO16 0HZ | - not rated | 5,434 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kutis Of Wickham | Star Corner, Fareham Road | 295 yd | |
| Meon Valley Tearooms | 5 Bay Tree Walk, 9 The Square | 354 yd | |
| Crumbs @ Chesapeake | The Chesapeake Mill, Bridge Street | 370 yd | |
| Veranda Indian Restuarant | Veranda Of Wickham, The Square | 381 yd | |
| Wickham Coffee House | Unit 11, Warwick Lane | 420 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greens Restaurant | The Square, Wickham | 354 yd | |
| The Old House Hotel | Old House Hotel, The Square | 381 yd | |
| The Kings Head | The Square, Wickham | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wickham Fisheries | The Square, Wickham | 354 yd | |
| Wok And Roll | 7 The Square, Wickham | 354 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | The CO OP Store, The Square | 420 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wickham Recreation Ground FAREHAM ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 231 yd |
| Wickham Community Centre MILL LANE | artificial grass pitch | 797 yd |
| Wickham Cricket Club SUVLA SUVLA SOUTHWICK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,011 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 | 56.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.