Collingwood Road is in Southsea and in Portsmouth district. PO5 2QY 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 Collingwood Road, Southsea, PO5 2QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO5 2SU, PO5 2QT, PO5 2SS, PO5 2SJ, PO5 2RR, PO5 2QL, PO5 2SL, PO5 2RY, PO5 2QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO5 2QY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.6% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.4% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PO5 2QY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 58.3% | 53.3% | -5.0% | 37.9% | 15.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.8% | 31.1% | 7.3% | 44.2% | -13.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 0.9% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 10.7% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 50.2% | 52.6% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 4.2% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 32.4% | -4.5% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 8.9% | 12.9% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 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.
In the area around PO5 2QY this area, 5.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.2% | 5.8% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 7.1% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 10.7% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 3.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 23.4% | 23.2% | -0.2% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.6% | 48.2% | 11.6% | 33.8% | 14.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.3% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Chinese | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 4.1% | 0% | -4.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 3.7% | 1.1% | -2.6% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 83.4% | 91.5% | 8.1% | 81.4% | 10.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 81.3% 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 | 83.4% | 81.3% | -2.1% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 9.9% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
| Africa | 4.4% | 1.1% | -3.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| 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 | 81.5% | 81% | -0.5% | 83.2% | -2.2% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 9.5% | 6.2% | 9.8% | -0.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 5.5% | 1.4% | 2.9% | 2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 2.9% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 1.1% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| France | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.3% | 1.5% | 1.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.8% | 37.2% | 20.6% |
| Christian | 33.3% | 46.2% | -12.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Collingwood Road was 68.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.5% lower than the Eastney and Craneswater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Collingwood Road has the 28th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Eastney and Craneswater and the 246th lowest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 132.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Collingwood Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2025-02-03 | £267,763 |
| 39 Collingwood Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-11-04 | £252,646 |
| 14 Collingwood Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-07-18 | £202,740 |
| 34 Collingwood Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-02-17 | £251,630 |
| 30 Collingwood Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £309,950 | 2023-01-11 | £298,172 |
The percentage of student residents living in PO5 2QY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 2 |
| Education | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southsea Infant School Collingwood Road , PO5 2SR | 3out of 4 | 273 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Catholic Primary School Taswell Road , PO5 2RG | 3out of 4 | 490 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottage Grove Primary School Chivers Close , PO5 1HG | 3out of 4 | 634 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Craneswater Junior School St Ronan's Road , PO4 0PX | 3out of 4 | 816 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramble Infant School and Nursery Bramble Road , PO4 0DT | 3out of 4 | 817 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priory School Fawcett Road , PO4 0DL | 3out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Charter Academy Hyde Park Road , PO5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,213 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 2,170 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | 3out of 4 | 2,349 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 | 3,811 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 4,454 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 | 4,198 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 | 379 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayville High School Mayville high School , 35-37 St Simon's Road PO5 2PE | - not rated | 566 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth High School 25 Kent Road , Southsea PO5 3EQ | - not rated | 889 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 1,335 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 1,495 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity Coffee House | 48 Albert Road, Southsea | 66 yd | |
| Roosters Piri Piri | Shop, 54 Albert Road | 74 yd | |
| Gourmet Peri Peri | Shop, 54 Albert Road | 74 yd | |
| Fah Thai Restaurant | Shop, 64 Albert Road | 95 yd | |
| Panormus Street Food Ltd | 53 Albert Road, Southsea | 105 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Theatre | Albert Road, Southsea | 72 yd | |
| Fifth Hants Volunteer Arms | 74 Albert Road, Southsea | 94 yd | |
| The Phoenix | 13 Duncan Road, Southsea | 97 yd | |
| The Vaults | 41-47, Albert Road | 115 yd | |
| Lord John Russell | 12 - 14 Albert Road, Southsea | 150 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sticky Boy Ltd | 50 Albert Road, Southsea | 71 yd | |
| Los Dos Amigos | Shop, 56 Albert Road | 73 yd | |
| The Cookie Guys | 32 Albert Road, Southsea | 88 yd | |
| Top Wok | 71 Albert Road, Southsea | 101 yd | |
| Yam Kebabz | Shop, 16 Albert Road | 143 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Kwiki Mart | 111-113, Albert Road | 255 yd | |
| Waitrose & Partners Southsea | 32 - 34 Marmion Road, Southsea | 488 yd | |
| Great China Oriental Food Store | 123 Elm Grove, Southsea | 492 yd | |
| Mediterranean Supermarket | 111-113, Elm Grove | 614 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Palmerston Road Local | 77-79, Palmerston Road | 652 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ed'S Gym 57 - 61 57 - 61 Albert Road | health and fitness suite | 110 yd |
| Wimbledon Park Sports Centre TASWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 331 yd |
| Havelock Community Centre FAWCETT ROAD | 491 yd | |
| St Johns College Grove Road South | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 669 yd |
| Craneswater Junior School ST. RONANS ROAD | grass pitches | 680 yd |
| Pyramids Centre CLARENCE ESPLANADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 969 yd |
| Portsmouth High School KENT ROAD | 1,006 yd | |
| Southsea Tennis Club CLARENCE ESPLANADE | tennis courts | 1,015 yd |
| Canoe Lake Leisure EASTERN PARADE | tennis courts | 1,050 yd |
| Priory School FAWCETT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 1,088 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 130.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.