Laburnum Grove is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO2 0HQ is located in the Nelson electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Laburnum Grove, Portsmouth, PO2 0HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO2 0EP, PO2 0BT, PO2 0BU, PO2 0LU, PO2 0HS, PO2 0BS, PO2 0HT, PO2 0BP, PO2 0LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO2 0HQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50% | 49.8% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50% | 50.2% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PO2 0HQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.5% | 42.4% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 40.3% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 9.2% | -5.3% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 (85.7%) 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 | 44.3% | 50.2% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 35.5% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 10.4% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 23.2% | 18.2% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 0.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 11.6% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 12.8% | -1.3% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 7.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 16.1% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 31.8% | 11.8% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 74.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 6.4% | 8% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 6.9% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 3.9% | 6.4% | 2.5% | 3.1% | 3.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 82.5% | 74.9% | -7.6% | 81.4% | -6.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 71.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 71.8% | -15.7% | 83.2% | -11.4% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 11.6% | 7.7% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.4% | 13.6% | 7.2% | 5.6% | 8.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.5% | 72% | -15.5% | 83.2% | -11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.2% | 12.7% | 9.5% | 9.8% | 2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 4% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 6.7% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 4.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 4.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 5.1% | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.4% | 13.5% | -3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 4% | 1.7% | 2.3% |
| Muslim | 10% | 6.5% | 3.5% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laburnum Grove was 257.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 170.1% higher than the Copnor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Laburnum Grove has the 4th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Copnor and the 72nd highest crime rate of 578 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 154.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -17.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Laburnum Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2026-03-17 | £232,000 |
| The Front House 25 Laburnum Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-08-30 | £213,034 |
| 23 Laburnum Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2021-07-27 | £255,572 |
| 13A Laburnum Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-04-29 | £153,650 |
| 43 Laburnum Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-09-03 | £250,000 |
PO2 0HQ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
PO2 0HQ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Other | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Brambles Nursery School and Children's Centre Bramble Road , PO4 0DT | - not rated | 2,933 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Isambard Brunel Junior School Wymering Road , North End PO2 7HX | - not rated | 398 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons Primary School Portchester Road , North End PO2 7JB | 3out of 4 | 398 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Gladys Avenue , PO2 9AX | 3out of 4 | 421 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Gladys Avenue , PO2 9AX | - not rated | 423 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meredith Infant School Portchester Road , North End PO2 7JB | - not rated | 429 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sevenoaks Middle School Sundridge Close , Cosham PO6 3JL | - not rated | 3,994 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Middle School Marsden Road , Paulsgrove PO6 4JB | - not rated | 4,137 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Portsmouth Girls' School St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | - not rated | 1,418 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 1,418 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Portsmouth London Road , Hilsea PO2 9DU | 4out of 4 | 1,857 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,857 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The City of Portsmouth Boys' School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | - not rated | 1,861 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 2,622 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 2,956 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 4,859 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 4,860 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | - not rated | 845 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | 1out of 4 | 972 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Highlands Centre The Spinnaker Education Centre , Penhale Road PO1 5EF | - not rated | 453 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary School Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 1,059 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willows Centre for Children Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 1,083 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harbour School Tipner Lane , Tipner PO2 8RA | - not rated | 1,271 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North End Cafe | Shop, 106 London Road | 147 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 79 London Road, Portsmouth | 163 yd | |
| Pepe's Piri Piri | 77 London Road, Portsmouth | 165 yd | |
| Ladbrokes | 68 London Road, Portsmouth | 187 yd | |
| Napoli's Pizza & Pasta | 117 London Road, Portsmouth | 195 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clarence Pub | Public House, 118 London Road | 167 yd | |
| Thatchers | Public House, 95 London Road | 171 yd | |
| Sir John Baker | 80 London Road, Portsmouth | 187 yd | |
| Portsmouth Post Office Social Club | 134A, London Road | 238 yd | |
| Fountain Inn | Public House, 163 London Road | 273 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| De Garden Restaurant & Takeaway | 116 London Road, Portsmouth | 126 yd | |
| Uncle Sam's Hamburger Express | 102 London Road, Portsmouth | 126 yd | |
| PIzza Paradise | 64 London Road, Portsmouth | 156 yd | |
| Cheeky Chicken | Shop, 62 London Road | 166 yd | |
| Oi Oi Saveloy | Shop, 62 London Road | 166 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 86-88, London Road | 126 yd | |
| Portsmouth Arena Supermarket | 83 - 85 London Road, Portsmouth | 167 yd | |
| Lidl | Supermarket, 55 - 73 London Road | 218 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 1 Gamble Road, Portsmouth | 450 yd | |
| M A Foods | 154 Kingston Road, Portsmouth | 671 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Bodz Health Club (Closed) St. Marks House St. Marks House Derby Road | health and fitness suite | 177 yd |
| Lips (Portsmouth) Ltd (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite | 182 yd |
| Enska Keep Fit And Martial Arts Centre (Closed) 223-225 223-225 Kingston Road | health and fitness suite | 462 yd |
| Buckland Community Centre MALINS ROAD | 686 yd | |
| Mayfield School MAYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 866 yd |
| Stamshaw And Tipner Community Centre WILSON ROAD | 879 yd | |
| Alexandra Park ALEXANDRA PARK ALEXANDRA PARK NORTHERN PARADE | grass pitches | 1,071 yd |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy BATTENBURG AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 1,075 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 | 143.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.