Hewett Road is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO2 0QR is located in the Hilsea electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hewett Road, Portsmouth, PO2 0QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO2 0QP, PO2 0SB, PO2 0SA, PO2 0QJ, PO2 0QL, PO2 9JN, PO2 0SH, PO2 9JR, PO2 9JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO2 0QR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 51% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 31.2% | 38.8% | 7.6% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 45.1% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 1.3% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 10.7% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 51.6% | 53.5% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 5.1% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 30.3% | -2.1% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 11.1% | -0.5% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 4% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 20.9% | 17.6% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 12.8% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 11.9% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.9% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 18.1% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 20% | 29.5% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2.2% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 1% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 94.2% | 92.9% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
In this area, 94.3% 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 | 91.3% | 94.3% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 11.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.9% | 94.6% | 3.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.7% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.9% | 76.7% | 13.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.1% | 13.5% | -4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.8% | 37.2% | 21.6% |
| Christian | 33.4% | 46.2% | -12.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.7% | 6.5% | -2.8% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hewett Road was 131.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.6% higher than the Hilsea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hewett Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Hilsea and the 201st highest crime rate of 578 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 73.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% 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 Hewett Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-10-14 | £284,708 |
| 1 Hewett Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-10-10 | £236,367 |
| 35 Hewett Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-09-16 | £304,074 |
| 25 Hewett Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2022-08-31 | £247,713 |
| Flat 1 5 Hewett Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2022-06-24 | £115,270 |
PO2 0QR 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 | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 3,617 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College Park Infant School Crofton Road , PO2 0LB | - not rated | 455 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyndhurst Junior School Crofton Road , North End PO2 0NT | - not rated | 487 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy College Park (Junior) Crofton Road , North End PO2 0NT | - not rated | 487 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lyndhurst Junior School Crofton Road , North End PO2 0NT | - not rated | 487 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy College Park (Infant) Crofton Road , PO2 0NT | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,266 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Middle School Marsden Road , Paulsgrove PO6 4JB | - not rated | 3,613 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTC Portsmouth London Road , Hilsea PO2 9DU | 4out of 4 | 1,108 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,108 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The City of Portsmouth Boys' School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | - not rated | 1,769 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | 3out of 4 | 1,769 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 2,205 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 2,680 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 5,437 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 5,438 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 | 312 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | 1out of 4 | 418 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 395 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willows Centre for Children Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 395 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary School Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 418 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highlands Centre The Spinnaker Education Centre , Penhale Road PO1 5EF | - not rated | 1,062 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harbour School Tipner Lane , Tipner PO2 8RA | - not rated | 1,289 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Kebab House | 224 London Road, Portsmouth | 153 yd | |
| Porto Grill A Taberna | 245 London Road, Portsmouth | 232 yd | |
| Indian Cottage | 243 London Road, Portsmouth | 232 yd | |
| The Devils Cafe Bar Ltd | 146 London Road, Portsmouth | 526 yd | |
| Fresh Catering At Victory | Victory Bowls Association Ltd, Northern Parade | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Posts | 371 London Road, Portsmouth | 429 yd | |
| The Phoenix | 51 Torrington Road, Portsmouth | 597 yd | |
| Portsmouth Post Office Social Club | 134A, London Road | 614 yd | |
| Fountain Inn | Public House, 163 London Road | 622 yd | |
| Alexandra Bowls And Social Club | Alexandra Bowling And Social Club, Northern Parade | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excell Fish Bar | 291 London Road, Portsmouth | 187 yd | |
| Rancho Express | 299 London Road, Portsmouth | 187 yd | |
| Shalimar Takeaway | Shop, 239 London Road | 235 yd | |
| He Wei Chinese Takeaway | 412 London Road, Portsmouth | 450 yd | |
| Guru Express | Shop, 414 London Road | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 86-88, London Road | 760 yd | |
| Portsmouth Arena Supermarket | 83 - 85 London Road, Portsmouth | 815 yd | |
| Lidl | Supermarket, 55 - 73 London Road | 949 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mayfield School MAYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 304 yd |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy BATTENBURG AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 431 yd |
| Victory Indoor Bowls Club NORTHERN PARADE | indoor bowls | 639 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Portsmouth) ALEXANDRA PARK ALEXANDRA PARK NORTHERN PARADE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 669 yd |
| Portsmouth Tennis Centre ALEX WAY | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 683 yd |
| Lips (Portsmouth) Ltd (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite | 686 yd |
| The Mountbatten Leisure Centre TWYFORD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 752 yd |
| Alexandra Park ALEXANDRA PARK ALEXANDRA PARK NORTHERN PARADE | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Hot Bodz Health Club (Closed) St. Marks House St. Marks House Derby Road | health and fitness suite | 845 yd |
| Portsmouth Fc Training Ground COPNOR ROAD | grass pitches | 892 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 | 163.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.