Marmion Avenue is in Southsea and in Portsmouth district. PO5 2BJ is located in the St Jude electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Marmion Avenue, Southsea, PO5 2BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO5 2BL, PO5 2AS, PO5 2DR, PO5 2AX, PO5 2BQ, PO5 2AJ, PO5 2AH, PO5 2BB, PO5 2BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO5 2BJ, 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 | 51.1% | 54.9% | 3.8% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 48.9% | 45.1% | -3.8% | 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 | 42% | 30.1% | -11.9% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.7% | 40.5% | 15.8% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 16.7% | 22.1% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 13.0% |
| Widowed | 13.8% | 4.3% | -9.5% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 40.2% | 47.2% | 7.0% | 48.4% | -1.2% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 31.8% | 0.3% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 15.9% | -3.7% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 5.1% | -1.4% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 23.6% | 22.5% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 8.8% | 0.2% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 10.6% | -3.2% | 13.4% | -2.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 4.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.2% | 16.9% | -0.3% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.7% | 36.3% | 7.6% | 33.8% | 2.5% |
| Other | 4.6% | 0.6% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 80.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 8.7% | 8.7% | 1.6% | 7.1% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 5.1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 2.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.7% | 80.5% | -15.2% | 81.4% | -0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 71.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 71.8% | -21.7% | 83.2% | -11.4% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 14.4% | 11.1% | 6.1% | 8.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 5.6% | 4.0% | 2.7% | 2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 6.2% | 5.7% | 5.6% | 0.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 71.8% | -19.5% | 83.2% | -11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 10.8% | 8.1% | 2.9% | 7.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 6.2% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 1% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Romania | 8.1% | 0.9% | 7.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% |
| Turkey | 1% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4.5% | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 52.3% | 46.2% | 6.1% |
| Muslim | 8.2% | 6.5% | 1.7% |
| Sikh | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Marmion Avenue was 110.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.2% lower than the St Jude average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Marmion Avenue has the 9th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in St Jude and the 236th highest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 77.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Marmion Avenue, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2024-02-22 | £607,687 |
| 5 Marmion Avenue, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2021-05-25 | £601,953 |
| 1 Marmion Avenue, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2020-09-25 | £469,841 |
| 4 Marmion Avenue, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2015-07-31 | £439,895 |
| 3 Marmion Avenue, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2012-12-12 | £503,665 |
PO5 2BJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% 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.
PO5 2BJ 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 PO5 2BJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 63 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Grove Primary School Chivers Close , PO5 1HG | 3out of 4 | 551 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southsea Infant School Collingwood Road , PO5 2SR | 3out of 4 | 554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Catholic Primary School Taswell Road , PO5 2RG | 3out of 4 | 625 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramble Infant School and Nursery Bramble Road , PO4 0DT | 3out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Craneswater Junior School St Ronan's Road , PO4 0PX | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ark Charter Academy Hyde Park Road , PO5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Fawcett Road , PO4 0DL | 3out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 1,483 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 2,306 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | 3out of 4 | 2,591 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,058 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 4,208 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | 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 | 4,318 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 214 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth High School 25 Kent Road , Southsea PO5 3EQ | - not rated | 621 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| Mayville High School Mayville high School , 35-37 St Simon's Road PO5 2PE | - not rated | 686 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 1,211 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 1,264 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arepa 2Go Ltd | 60B Victoria Road South, Southsea | 97 yd | |
| Bangerz 'n' Brewz | 60B Victoria Road South, Southsea | 97 yd | |
| Marmion House | 89 Marmion Road, Southsea | 112 yd | |
| Smile | 49 Marmion Road, Southsea | 178 yd | |
| Sisters Café + Bar | Shop, 25 Marmion Road | 178 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marmion | Public House, 20 Marmion Road | 242 yd | |
| Lord John Russell | 12 - 14 Albert Road, Southsea | 274 yd | |
| Kings Theatre | Albert Road, Southsea | 274 yd | |
| O'Neill's Southsea | O'neills, Albert Road | 303 yd | |
| The Phoenix | 13 Duncan Road, Southsea | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Bar | 10 Marmion Road, Southsea | 242 yd | |
| Greggs | 15 Palmerston Road, Southsea | 261 yd | |
| New China Chinese Takeaway | 8 Grove Road South, Southsea | 272 yd | |
| Yam Kebabz | Shop, 16 Albert Road | 273 yd | |
| The Cookie Guys | 32 Albert Road, Southsea | 299 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose & Partners Southsea | 32 - 34 Marmion Road, Southsea | 198 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Palmerston Road Local | 77-79, Palmerston Road | 372 yd | |
| Great China Oriental Food Store | 123 Elm Grove, Southsea | 455 yd | |
| Mediterranean Supermarket | 111-113, Elm Grove | 511 yd | |
| New Kwiki Mart | 111-113, Albert Road | 545 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ed'S Gym 57 - 61 57 - 61 Albert Road | health and fitness suite | 338 yd |
| Wimbledon Park Sports Centre TASWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 433 yd |
| St Johns College Grove Road South | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 452 yd |
| Portsmouth High School KENT ROAD | 743 yd | |
| Southsea Tennis Club CLARENCE ESPLANADE | tennis courts | 775 yd |
| Havelock Community Centre FAWCETT ROAD | 781 yd | |
| Pyramids Centre CLARENCE ESPLANADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 862 yd |
| Craneswater Junior School ST. RONANS ROAD | grass pitches | 965 yd |
| Southsea Community Centre (Closed) King Street | 1,087 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.