Redcar Avenue is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO3 6LE is located in the Baffins electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Redcar Avenue, Portsmouth, PO3 6LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO3 6LB, PO3 6LD, PO3 6LA, PO3 6LG, PO3 6LJ, PO3 6LL, PO3 6LH, PO3 5LL, PO3 5AS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO3 6LE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49% | -0.4% | 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 | 29.3% | 30.7% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 50.4% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 7.5% | -2.9% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 8% | 9.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 47.5% | 46.9% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 33.8% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 15.1% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 2.4% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.6% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 23.3% | 19.5% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 7.2% | -5.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 13.1% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.6% | 11.6% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 19.1% | 3.0% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 27.1% | 8.6% | 33.8% | -6.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.1% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 98.1% | 94.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 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 | 98.1% | 94.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.7% | 76.7% | 11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.4% | 37.2% | 17.2% |
| Christian | 40.7% | 46.2% | -5.5% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Redcar Avenue was 705.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 603.7% higher than the Baffins average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Redcar Avenue has the 3rd highest crime rate of 105 local areas in Baffins and the 13th highest crime rate of 580 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 209.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 338.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Redcar Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2023-06-30 | £282,790 |
| 31 Redcar Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-07-01 | £266,366 |
| 7 Redcar Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £289,000 | 2021-11-10 | £319,111 |
| 17 Redcar Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-02-23 | £289,834 |
| 11 Redcar Avenue, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £229,500 | 2020-07-10 | £275,570 |
PO3 6LE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% 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.
PO3 6LE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 3,065 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copnor Infant School Copnor Road , PO3 5BZ | - not rated | 430 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copnor Junior School Copnor Road , PO3 5BZ | - not rated | 430 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Copnor Primary School Copnor Road , PO3 5BZ | - not rated | 430 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westover Primary School Westover Road , PO3 6NS | - not rated | 632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westover Primary School Westover Road , PO3 6NS | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 4,149 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Middle School Marsden Road , Paulsgrove PO6 4JB | - not rated | 4,915 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | - not rated | 662 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | 3out of 4 | 662 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | - not rated | 1,717 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross School Milton Road , Fratton PO3 6RB | - not rated | 1,717 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth Girls' School St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | - not rated | 1,796 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 1,252 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 2,670 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 | 1out of 4 | 1,082 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cliffdale Primary School Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 1,184 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Highlands Centre The Spinnaker Education Centre , Penhale Road PO1 5EF | - not rated | 1,243 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 1,269 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willows Centre for Children Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | - not rated | 1,269 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Shore School Eastern Road , PO3 6EP | - not rated | 1,570 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copnor Methodist Church - Wesley Rooms Coffee Bar | 163 Copnor Road, Portsmouth | 509 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 7, Ocean Park | 511 yd | |
| Copnor Kitchen | Shop, 269 Copnor Road | 689 yd | |
| Hellenic Aroma | 47 Tangier Road, Portsmouth | 743 yd | |
| Beeny's Coffee | 103A, Tangier Road | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jolly Taxpayer | Jolly Taxpayer, 2 Eastbourne Road | 384 yd | |
| Harvest Home | Public House, 106 Copnor Road | 471 yd | |
| Copnor Snooker Club | 137 Copnor Road, Portsmouth | 494 yd | |
| Star And Garter | 230 Copnor Road, Portsmouth | 603 yd | |
| Baffins Inn | The Baffins Inn, 127 Tangier Road | 817 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wonderful Eat | 170 Copnor Road, Portsmouth | 454 yd | |
| Copnor Takeaway | Shop, 147 Copnor Road | 491 yd | |
| Mehmet Kitchen | 175 - 177 Copnor Road, Portsmouth | 499 yd | |
| Petes Fish And Chips | 181 Copnor Road, Portsmouth | 509 yd | |
| Shake & Burger | Shop, 42 Copnor Road | 675 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyfields Sports & Social Club MONEYFIELD AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 162 yd |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Sports Centre DUNDAS LANE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 696 yd |
| Portsmouth Golf Centre GREAT SALTERNS GOLF COURSE GREAT SALTERNS GOLF COURSE BURRFIELDS ROAD | golf | 1,043 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 213.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.