Gladys Avenue is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO2 9BD 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 Gladys Avenue, Portsmouth, PO2 9BD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO2 9BJ, PO2 9BH, PO2 8NL, PO2 9BL, PO2 8NE, PO2 8NJ, PO2 8SR, PO2 8NQ, PO2 8ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO2 9BD has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 50.2% | 49% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 49.8% | 51% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 41.6% | 38.1% | -3.5% | 37.9% | 0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.5% | 36.7% | -1.8% | 44.2% | -7.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 6.2% | 3.7% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 15.6% | 3.9% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 1.9% | 4.4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 47.9% | 46.6% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 38% | 35.8% | -2.2% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 14.4% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 21.8% | 19.3% | -2.5% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 10% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 17% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 8.5% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 17.8% | 0.3% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.3% | 25.9% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.3% 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 | 3.8% | 2.1% | -1.7% | 1.1% | 1.0% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 3.8% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 89.8% | 90.3% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 8.9% |
| Other | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 89.1% | 90.3% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 88.8% | 90% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.1% | 0.9% | -4.2% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 1.8% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.7% | 37.2% | 16.5% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gladys Avenue was 58.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.4% lower than the Hilsea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gladys Avenue has the 18th lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Hilsea and the 213th lowest crime rate of 580 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125 Gladys Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-10-11 | £309,682 |
| 101 Gladys Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-08-21 | £305,962 |
| 129 Gladys Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-01-26 | £277,983 |
| 117 Gladys Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2022-08-04 | £351,753 |
| 123 Gladys Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £232,000 | 2019-10-02 | £287,056 |
PO2 9BD 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 | 105 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| 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 | 3,759 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamshaw Infant School North End Avenue , PO2 8NW | - not rated | 336 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stamshaw Infant Academy North End Avenue , PO2 8NW | 3out of 4 | 336 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stamshaw Junior School Stamshaw Junior School , Tipner Road PO2 8QH | 3out of 4 | 437 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stamshaw Junior School Tipner Road , PO2 8QH | - not rated | 439 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stamshaw Junior School Tipner Road , PO2 8QH | - not rated | 439 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 | 3,273 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Middle School Marsden Road , Paulsgrove PO6 4JB | - not rated | 3,291 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The City of Portsmouth Boys' School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | - not rated | 1,264 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Portsmouth London Road , Hilsea PO2 9DU | 4out of 4 | 1,277 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth Girls' School St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | - not rated | 2,256 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 2,256 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,491 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 3,223 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 4,990 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 4,990 yd | Further education | 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 | 902 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | 1out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 700 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harbour School Tipner Lane , Tipner PO2 8RA | - not rated | 700 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 945 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willows Centre for Children Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 945 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary School Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 991 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BH Live Active Mountbatten | Mountbatten Centre, Twyford Avenue | 306 yd | |
| Fresh Catering At Victory | Victory Bowls Association Ltd, Northern Parade | 371 yd | |
| Porto Grill A Taberna | 245 London Road, Portsmouth | 388 yd | |
| Indian Cottage | 243 London Road, Portsmouth | 388 yd | |
| Best Kebab House | 224 London Road, Portsmouth | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Bowls And Social Club | Alexandra Bowling And Social Club, Northern Parade | 293 yd | |
| Victory Indoor Bowls Club | Alexandra Park, Northern Parade | 293 yd | |
| Mother Shipton | Public House, 223 Twyford Avenue | 440 yd | |
| The Portland Arms | Portland Arms, 136 - 138 Stamshaw Road | 471 yd | |
| Fountain Inn | Public House, 163 London Road | 577 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coronation Fish Bar | 106 North End Avenue, Portsmouth | 261 yd | |
| Stamshaw Takeaway | 249 Twyford Avenue, Portsmouth | 402 yd | |
| Shalimar Takeaway | Shop, 239 London Road | 403 yd | |
| French Doner Kebab Grill And Shake | 187 London Road, Portsmouth | 466 yd | |
| Master Fryer | 171 London Road, Portsmouth | 468 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 86-88, London Road | 760 yd | |
| Portsmouth Arena Supermarket | 83 - 85 London Road, Portsmouth | 780 yd | |
| Lidl | Supermarket, 55 - 73 London Road | 925 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandra Park ALEXANDRA PARK ALEXANDRA PARK NORTHERN PARADE | grass pitches | 237 yd |
| The Mountbatten Leisure Centre TWYFORD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, cycling, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 277 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Portsmouth) ALEXANDRA PARK ALEXANDRA PARK NORTHERN PARADE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 297 yd |
| Victory Indoor Bowls Club NORTHERN PARADE | indoor bowls | 306 yd |
| Portsmouth Tennis Centre ALEX WAY | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 377 yd |
| Stamshaw And Tipner Community Centre WILSON ROAD | 621 yd | |
| Lips (Portsmouth) Ltd (Closed) London Road | health and fitness suite | 675 yd |
| Hot Bodz Health Club (Closed) St. Marks House St. Marks House Derby Road | health and fitness suite | 805 yd |
| Mayfield School MAYFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 896 yd |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy BATTENBURG AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 1,003 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 | 97.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.0% |
| 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 | 125.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.