Portchester Road is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO2 7JB is located in the Copnor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Portchester Road, Portsmouth, PO2 7JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO2 7HX, PO2 7JA, PO2 0AH, PO2 7HY, PO2 7JQ, PO2 0AQ, PO2 7HT, PO2 0AG, PO2 7HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO2 7JB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 50.4% | 49.1% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 49.6% | 50.9% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 41.9% | 41.7% | -0.2% | 37.9% | 3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.6% | 38.2% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 12.2% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 3.1% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 4.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 47.2% | 44% | -3.2% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 37.9% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 11.3% | 12% | 0.7% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 22.5% | 3.7% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.1% | 12% | -8.1% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 14.2% | -7.9% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 6.6% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 16.5% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 22.2% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 6% | 2.7% | 2.8% | 3.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.9% | 0.3% | -2.6% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 90.4% | 92.6% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 86.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.1% | 86.8% | -6.3% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 8.4% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 87.1% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 5.8% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 1.9% | 1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.9% | 76.7% | -4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| North Africa | 2% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 39.2% | 46.2% | -7.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9% | 6.0% | 3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Portchester Road was 76.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.5% lower than the Baffins average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Portchester Road has the 41st highest crime rate of 105 local areas in Baffins and the 269th lowest crime rate of 580 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 Portchester Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-04-02 | £291,667 |
| 4 Portchester Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-12-08 | £265,167 |
| 20 Portchester Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £256,000 | 2023-09-14 | £254,175 |
| 36 Portchester Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2023-08-25 | £224,161 |
| 46 Portchester Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2023-03-23 | £95,490 |
PO2 7JB 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 | 125 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,603 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meredith Infant School Portchester Road , North End PO2 7JB | - not rated | 144 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meredith Infant School Portchester Road , North End PO2 7JB | - not rated | 144 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Isambard Brunel Junior School Wymering Road , North End PO2 7HX | - not rated | 196 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons Primary School Portchester Road , North End PO2 7JB | 3out of 4 | 196 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Junior School New Road , PO2 7RW | - not rated | 572 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 | 4,275 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Middle School Marsden Road , Paulsgrove PO6 4JB | - not rated | 4,564 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 | 1,086 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 1,086 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | - not rated | 1,763 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | 3out of 4 | 1,763 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | - not rated | 1,792 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,181 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 3,090 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 5,082 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 5,084 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 | 948 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | 1out of 4 | 1,039 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 | 105 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madani Academy Merefield House , Nutfield Place PO1 4JZ | - not rated | 1,037 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary School Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 1,160 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willows Centre for Children Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 1,215 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Badass Burgers | Public House, 78 Chichester Road | 81 yd | |
| Crema Coffee | 38 London Road, Portsmouth | 514 yd | |
| That's A Wrap / Pasta A GoGo/ Mitch's Munch Box | 188 Kingston Road, Portsmouth | 514 yd | |
| Clock Cafe | 174 Kingston Road, Portsmouth | 515 yd | |
| Roosters Piri Piri | Shop, 42 London Road | 518 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOSCAS Club | Isambard Brunel Junior School, Wymering Road | 43 yd | |
| The Pelham Arms | Public House, 78 Chichester Road | 81 yd | |
| Lord Chichester | 182 Chichester Road, Portsmouth | 244 yd | |
| The Winchester Arms | 99 Winchester Road, Portsmouth | 323 yd | |
| British Queen Public House | Public House, 18 Queens Road | 329 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Panda | Shop, 76 Chichester Road | 393 yd | |
| Golden Tree | 125 New Road, Portsmouth | 482 yd | |
| Simla | 147 New Road, Portsmouth | 482 yd | |
| Perfect Kebab House | Shop, 16 London Road | 513 yd | |
| Kyoto Ramen | Shop, 206 Kingston Road | 513 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| M A Foods | 154 Kingston Road, Portsmouth | 529 yd | |
| Lidl | Supermarket, 55 - 73 London Road | 578 yd | |
| Iceland | 86-88, London Road | 606 yd | |
| Portsmouth Arena Supermarket | 83 - 85 London Road, Portsmouth | 631 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 1 Gamble Road, Portsmouth | 643 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Enska Keep Fit And Martial Arts Centre (Closed) 223-225 223-225 Kingston Road | health and fitness suite | 551 yd |
| Hot Bodz Health Club (Closed) St. Marks House St. Marks House Derby Road | health and fitness suite | 627 yd |
| Lips (Portsmouth) Ltd (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite | 663 yd |
| Buckland Community Centre MALINS ROAD | 766 yd | |
| Mayfield School MAYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 976 yd |
| Moneyfields Sports & Social Club MONEYFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,003 yd |
| Portsmouth Academy St. Marys Road | grass pitches | 1,036 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 | 97.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.6% |
| 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 | 65 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.