Wayfarer Close is in Southsea and in Portsmouth district. PO4 8XN 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 Wayfarer Close, Southsea, PO4 8XN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO4 8XL, PO4 8XJ, PO4 8XW, PO4 8YF, PO4 8YD, PO4 8XH, PO4 8YE, PO4 8XP, PO4 8UF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO4 8XN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 54.9% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 46.5% | 45.1% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 20.3% | 24.8% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.9% | 50.5% | -6.4% | 44.2% | 6.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 12.9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 10.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
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 | 42.5% | 44.9% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 37.2% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 15% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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% | 21.7% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 8.4% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 12.3% | -1.6% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 7.4% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 21.7% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 23.2% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 6.4% | 5.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.2% | 96.1% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 92.5% | 93.6% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 4.9% | 4.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 94.4% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 4.3% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 76.7% | 13.0% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.9% | 37.2% | -6.3% |
| Christian | 63.1% | 46.2% | 16.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wayfarer Close was 41.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.8% lower than the Baffins average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wayfarer Close has the 39th lowest crime rate of 105 local areas in Baffins and the 152nd lowest crime rate of 580 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Wayfarer Close, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2024-10-09 | £299,693 |
| 5 Wayfarer Close, Southsea, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-06-24 | £278,562 |
| 5 Wayfarer Close, Southsea, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £223,000 | 2019-06-05 | £270,370 |
| 6 Wayfarer Close, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2017-05-26 | £359,417 |
| 2 Wayfarer Close, Southsea, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £269,000 | 2015-06-29 | £402,058 |
PO4 8XN 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PO4 8XN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| 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 | 2,316 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorings Way Infant School Moorings Way , Milton PO4 8YJ | 3out of 4 | 111 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moorings Way Infant School Moorings Way , Milton PO4 8YJ | - not rated | 111 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meon Infant School Shelford Road , Milton PO4 8NT | - not rated | 760 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meon Junior School Shelford Road , Southsea PO4 8NT | 3out of 4 | 760 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meon Junior School Shelford Road , Southsea PO4 8NT | - not rated | 760 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | - not rated | 1,002 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross School Milton Road , Fratton PO3 6RB | - not rated | 1,002 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth Girls' School St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | - not rated | 2,167 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | - not rated | 2,201 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,027 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 4,543 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 | 3,027 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | - not rated | 3,046 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Ford Hospital Special School 151 Locksway Road , Milton PO4 8LD | - not rated | 399 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Shore School Eastern Road , PO3 6EP | - not rated | 484 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Rose School Gisors Road , Southsea PO4 8GT | - not rated | 1,014 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Rose Academy Gisors Road , Southsea PO4 8GT | 4out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The North End Centre The Spinnaker Education Centre , Penhale Road PO1 5EF | - not rated | 2,074 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Perk Coffee House | Shop, 265 Milton Road | 1,013 yd | |
| Milton Park Bowling Association | Milton Road, Portsmouth | 1,027 yd | |
| Goals Soccer Centre | Tangier Road, Portsmouth | 1,065 yd | |
| Pure Ground | 180 - 182 Milton Road, Portsmouth | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Good Companion | 2 Eastern Road, Portsmouth | 551 yd | |
| Meon Valley Public House | 28 Crofton Road, Southsea | 719 yd | |
| Old Oyster House | The Old Oyster House, 291 Locksway Road | 802 yd | |
| Locks Sailing Club | 6 Longshore Way, Southsea | 830 yd | |
| The Old House At Home | Public House, 104 Locksway Road | 830 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crack Burger | Unit 1 2, Central Point | 601 yd | |
| Batman Grill | 80 Locksway Road, Southsea | 865 yd | |
| The Crispy Cod | 76 Locksway Road, Southsea | 922 yd | |
| Shanghai Bay | 78 Locksway Road, Southsea | 922 yd | |
| Curry Hut | Shop, 269 Milton Road | 1,024 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St James Hospital ST JAMES HOSPITAL ST JAMES HOSPITAL LOCKSWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 598 yd |
| University Of Portsmouth (Langstone Sports Site) BARNARD TOWER BARNARD TOWER FURZE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Mary Rose Academy GISORS ROAD | 996 yd | |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road | artificial grass pitch | 1,003 yd |
| Portsmouth College TANGIER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,066 yd |
| Milton Park MILTON VILLAGE COMMUNICTY HALL MILTON VILLAGE COMMUNICTY HALL MILTON ROAD | tennis courts | 1,084 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 | 78.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 297.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.