Kingston Crescent is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO2 8AA 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 Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth, PO2 8AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO2 8AQ, PO2 7AJ, PO2 8BX, PO2 8AG, PO2 0BQ, PO2 8AX, PO2 8AT, PO2 8AS, PO2 8AY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO2 8AA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49% | -0.3% | 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.
In the immediate area around PO2 8AA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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 | 40.3% | 45.8% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.2% | 28.1% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -16.1% |
| Separated | 4.8% | 4.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 16% | 16% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 5.2% | -2.6% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 | 31% | 39.9% | 8.9% | 48.4% | -8.5% |
| Good health | 38% | 34.6% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 18.5% | -0.8% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 9.9% | 5.9% | -4.0% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% | 1.2% | 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.
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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.7% | 26.7% | -14.0% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.7% | 16.1% | 7.4% | 9.6% | 6.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 12.3% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 11.9% | -2.0% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.8% | 22.1% | 14.3% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 10.8% | 6.7% | -4.1% | 2.8% | 3.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 6.1% | 5.0% | 2.5% | 3.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 84.7% | 77.8% | -6.9% | 81.4% | -3.6% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.7% | 2.3% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
In this area, 67.9% 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 | 80.3% | 67.9% | -12.4% | 83.2% | -15.3% |
| European Union | 10.9% | 17.2% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 11.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 3.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.5% | 7.9% | 2.4% | 5.6% | 2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 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 | 79.2% | 67.9% | -11.3% | 83.2% | -15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 7.9% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.5% | 11.7% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 7.3% | 2.9% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 5.2% | 0.5% | 1.9% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.9% | 76.7% | -24.8% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 6.4% | 1.3% | 5.1% |
| Romania | 5.5% | 0.9% | 4.6% |
| Other EU countries | 7.6% | 1.5% | 6.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 2.6% | 0.3% | 2.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 4.4% | 1.2% | 3.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.5% | 37.2% | 1.3% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 4.4% | 6.5% | -2.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingston Crescent was 221.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.5% lower than the Charles Dickens average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingston Crescent has the 38th highest crime rate of 89 local areas in Charles Dickens and the 101st highest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 144.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 75 Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-12-05 | £128,779 |
| Flat 1A Kingston House, 29 - 31 Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-11-03 | £107,952 |
| Internet House, 33 Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Other, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2023-10-17 | £584,000 |
| Flat 16 Kingston House, 29 - 31 Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2023-06-30 | £111,249 |
| Flat 2 Kingston House, 29 - 31 Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £115,550 | 2023-03-03 | £112,238 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Flying Bull Academy Flying Bull Lane , Buckland PO2 7BJ | 3out of 4 | 404 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School Gladys Avenue , PO2 9AX | - not rated | 583 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Horizons Primary School Portchester Road , North End PO2 7JB | 2out of 4 | 604 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stamshaw Infant Academy North End Avenue , PO2 8NW | 3out of 4 | 688 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy College Park (Junior) Crofton Road , North End PO2 0NT | 3out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 1,870 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Charter Academy Hyde Park Road , PO5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 2,202 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Portsmouth London Road , Hilsea PO2 9DU | - not rated | 2,207 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,207 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 | 2,962 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 3,358 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 4,395 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Harbour School Tipner Lane , Tipner PO2 8RA | - not rated | 1,166 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madani Academy Merefield House , Nutfield Place PO1 4JZ | - not rated | 1,198 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 2,417 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 2,977 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East African Restaurant | 79 Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth | 91 yd | |
| Justasia | 83 Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth | 100 yd | |
| Tseng Meng Niu Taiwanese Beef Noodle | Shop, 13 London Road | 117 yd | |
| Cafe Connect | Ground Floor, Connect Centre | 148 yd | |
| Crema Coffee | 38 London Road, Portsmouth | 194 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Tap | 17 London Road, Portsmouth | 118 yd | |
| Sovereigns | Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth | 137 yd | |
| The Blue Anchor | 2 London Road, Portsmouth | 151 yd | |
| S2 Snooker Club | 223 Kingston Road, Portsmouth | 191 yd | |
| Sir John Baker | 80 London Road, Portsmouth | 227 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 90 Kingston Crescent, Portsmouth | 103 yd | |
| North End Kebab | 10C London Road, Portsmouth | 151 yd | |
| Perfect Kebab House | Shop, 16 London Road | 153 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 2A London Road, Portsmouth | 156 yd | |
| Chinese Tea | 204 Kingston Road, Portsmouth | 197 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | 1 Gamble Road, Portsmouth | 75 yd | |
| Lidl | Supermarket, 55 - 73 London Road | 199 yd | |
| Portsmouth Arena Supermarket | 83 - 85 London Road, Portsmouth | 336 yd | |
| Iceland | 86-88, London Road | 387 yd | |
| M A Foods | 154 Kingston Road, Portsmouth | 473 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Enska Keep Fit And Martial Arts Centre (Closed) 223-225 223-225 Kingston Road | health and fitness suite | 191 yd |
| Hot Bodz Health Club (Closed) St. Marks House St. Marks House Derby Road | health and fitness suite | 306 yd |
| Buckland Community Centre MALINS ROAD | 310 yd | |
| Lips (Portsmouth) Ltd (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite | 467 yd |
| Stamshaw And Tipner Community Centre WILSON ROAD | 842 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.