London Road is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO2 9RA 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 London Road, Portsmouth, PO2 9RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO2 9RB, PO2 9QY, PO2 9SH, PO2 9SW, PO2 9QX, PO2 9SG, PO2 9PX, PO3 5FS, PO3 5FY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO2 9RA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.8% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.2% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PO2 9RA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.7% | 32.1% | -2.6% | 37.9% | -5.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 52.3% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 8.1% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6% | 10.7% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 2.8% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
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 | 56.1% | 54.4% | -1.7% | 48.4% | 6.0% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 30.2% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 12% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.9% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 13.7% | 17.8% | 4.1% | 18.2% | -0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 8.9% | -8.4% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 16.6% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 17.8% | 6.1% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 30.4% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 6.9% | 2.1% | -4.8% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.8% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.1% | 0.7% | -2.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 90.6% | 86.8% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 5.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 84.3% 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 | 92.7% | 84.3% | -8.4% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 8.7% | 7.0% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 3.1% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 83.9% | -8.8% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 7.7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 2.9% | 2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 1.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.7% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.1% | 76.7% | -1.6% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.5% | 37.2% | 9.3% |
| Christian | 42.2% | 46.2% | -4.0% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around London Road was 294.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 226.5% higher than the Hilsea average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
London Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Hilsea and the 63rd highest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 140.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 115.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Hilsea Market London Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £253,000 | 2024-04-26 | £259,217 |
| 14 Hilsea Market London Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2016-05-13 | £490,398 |
| 13 Hilsea Market London Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2000-06-02 | £263,462 |
| 12 Hilsea Market London Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 1999-03-25 | £267,628 |
PO2 9RA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 16% 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 9RA 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 | 111 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gatcombe Park Primary School St Barbara Way , Hilsea PO2 0UR | 3out of 4 | 739 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy Northern Parade (Junior) Doyle Avenue , Hilsea PO2 9NE | 3out of 4 | 841 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| King's Academy Northern Parade (Infant) Kipling Road , Hilsea PO2 9NJ | 3out of 4 | 918 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highbury Primary School Dovercourt Road , Cosham PO6 2RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,027 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina Primary School Medina Road , Cosham PO6 3NH | 3out of 4 | 1,314 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTC Portsmouth London Road , Hilsea PO2 9DU | - not rated | 461 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 461 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School Central Road , Drayton PO6 1QY | 3out of 4 | 2,251 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | 3out of 4 | 2,547 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View Academy Allaway Avenue , Paulsgrove PO6 4QP | 2out of 4 | 3,568 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 | 1,185 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 3,740 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant and South Downs College College Road , PO7 8AA | - not rated | 5,211 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,621 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Park Academy Wembley Grove , Cosham PO6 2RY | 3out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 1,378 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harbour School Tipner Lane , Tipner PO2 8RA | - not rated | 1,927 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Madani Academy Merefield House , Nutfield Place PO1 4JZ | - not rated | 3,524 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 4,947 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melted | 10 Hilsea Market, London Road | 7 yd | |
| The Pizza House | 11 Hilsea Market, London Road | 7 yd | |
| South Coast Wakepark (Hilsea Lines Cafe) | Hilsea Lido, London Road | 226 yd | |
| Basecamp | Unit 8D, Skill Centre | 557 yd | |
| Toby Carvery | Copnor Road, Portsmouth | 615 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coach And Horses | London Road, Portsmouth | 218 yd | |
| The Portsbridge | Portsbridge Hotel, Portsmouth Road | 792 yd | |
| Green Posts | 371 London Road, Portsmouth | 1,020 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoked Pizza | Unit 1, Skill Centre | 557 yd | |
| G-G's Corner Ltd | Unit A, Hilsea Industrial Estate | 697 yd | |
| Highbury Fish Bar | 2 Highbury Buildings, Portsmouth Road | 909 yd | |
| Dice Pizza | 444 London Road, Portsmouth | 913 yd | |
| Wok Express | 434 London Road, Portsmouth | 923 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Norway Road, Portsmouth | 711 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Utc Portsmouth LONDON ROAD | 240 yd | |
| Trafalgar School LONDON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 360 yd |
| Hilsea Splash Pool (Closed) London Road | swimming pool | 427 yd |
| Hilsea Playing Fields HILSEA CRESCENT | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 438 yd |
| Hilsea Lido HILSEA LIDO HILSEA LIDO LONDON ROAD | cycling, swimming pool | 521 yd |
| Cosham Park PORTSMOUTH ROAD | tennis courts | 867 yd |
| Highbury College Sports Centre TUDOR CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 869 yd |
| King George V Fields Northern Road | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| Highbury Primary School DOVERCOURT ROAD | grass pitches | 968 yd |
| Rugby Camp RUGBY CAMP RUGBY CAMP NORWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 96.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.