Moorings Way is in Southsea and in Portsmouth district. PO4 8YL 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 Moorings Way, Southsea, PO4 8YL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO4 8YA, PO4 8YB, PO4 8YD, PO4 8XR, PO4 8YE, PO4 8XW, PO4 8XP, PO4 8UF, PO4 8UG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO4 8YL, 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 Moorings Way was 32.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 68.6% lower than the Baffins average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Moorings Way has the 29th lowest crime rate of 106 local areas in Baffins and the 113th lowest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 130 Moorings Way, Southsea, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2025-03-28 | £385,748 |
| 116 Moorings Way, Southsea, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2024-12-09 | £426,222 |
| 124 Moorings Way, Southsea, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-04-05 | £420,180 |
| 150 Moorings Way, Southsea, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £410,500 | 2021-12-10 | £444,824 |
| 112 Moorings Way, Southsea, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-06-04 | £476,139 |
PO4 8YL 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 8YL 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorings Way Infant School Moorings Way , Milton PO4 8YJ | 3out of 4 | 108 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meon Junior School Shelford Road , Southsea PO4 8NT | 3out of 4 | 902 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meon Infant School Shelford Road , Milton PO4 8NT | 4out of 4 | 902 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langstone Junior Academy Lakeside Avenue , Copnor PO3 6EZ | 3out of 4 | 954 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langstone Infant School Stride Avenue , Copnor PO3 6HL | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | 3out of 4 | 2,043 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 2,152 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Fawcett Road , PO4 0DL | 3out of 4 | 2,377 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 2,967 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 863 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 4,387 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 | 2,924 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mary Rose Academy Gisors Road , Southsea PO4 8GT | 4out of 4 | 1,162 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Madani Academy Merefield House , Nutfield Place PO1 4JZ | - not rated | 2,339 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 3,100 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayville High School Mayville high School , 35-37 St Simon's Road PO5 2PE | - not rated | 3,346 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 3,407 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals Soccer Centre | Tangier Road, Portsmouth | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Good Companion | 2 Eastern Road, Portsmouth | 694 yd | |
| Locks Sailing Club | 6 Longshore Way, Southsea | 800 yd | |
| Old Oyster House | The Old Oyster House, 291 Locksway Road | 811 yd | |
| Meon Valley Public House | 28 Crofton Road, Southsea | 880 yd | |
| The Thatched House | Milton Locks, Southsea | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crack Burger | Unit 1 2, Central Point | 658 yd | |
| Batman Grill | 80 Locksway Road, Southsea | 1,012 yd | |
| The Crispy Cod | 76 Locksway Road, Southsea | 1,073 yd | |
| Shanghai Bay | 78 Locksway Road, Southsea | 1,073 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| University Of Portsmouth (Langstone Sports Site) BARNARD TOWER BARNARD TOWER FURZE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 618 yd |
| St James Hospital ST JAMES HOSPITAL ST JAMES HOSPITAL LOCKSWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 745 yd |
| Portsmouth College TANGIER ROAD | health and fitness suite | 960 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Portsmouth) TANGIER ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,031 yd |
| Great Salterns Playing Fields Tangier Road | grass pitches | 1,033 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 | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.