Albert Road is in Southsea and in Portsmouth district. PO5 2SN 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 Albert Road, Southsea, PO5 2SN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO5 2SQ, PO5 2SW, PO5 1PJ, PO5 1PR, PO5 2SA, PO5 2QZ, PO5 1PF, PO5 2PS, PO5 2PL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO5 2SN is primarily male, with 56.4% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 41.4% | 43.6% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -7.4% |
| Male | 58.6% | 56.4% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 7.4% |
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 2SN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 59.2% 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 | 64.2% | 59.2% | -5.0% | 37.9% | 21.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.5% | 24% | 5.5% | 44.2% | -20.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 11.1% | -0.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 3.1% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 40.3% | 47.6% | 7.3% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 42.2% | 36% | -6.2% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 14% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 13.4% | 12.1% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.9% | 6.4% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.2% | 7.2% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 37% | 25.8% | -11.2% | 16.9% | 8.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 42% | 16.0% | 33.8% | 8.2% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.3% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 77.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 3.7% | 5.2% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 4.1% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 4.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 3.3% |
| Black African | 2.2% | 3.1% | 0.9% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 4.5% | 0.7% | -3.8% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 80.2% | 77.4% | -2.8% | 81.4% | -4.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 70.4% 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 | 78.4% | 70.4% | -8.0% | 83.2% | -12.8% |
| European Union | 8.6% | 10.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Africa | 3% | 4.9% | 1.9% | 2.7% | 2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6% | 10.1% | 4.1% | 5.6% | 4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78% | 70.4% | -7.6% | 83.2% | -12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 4.9% | 11.1% | 6.2% | 9.8% | 1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 7% | 4.0% | 2.9% | 4.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 7.1% | 5.2% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.1% | 6.3% | -0.8% | 1.9% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70% | 76.7% | -6.7% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.1% | 1.5% | 2.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 2.1% | 0.2% | 1.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 3.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 7.9% | 13.5% | -5.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.9% | 37.2% | 13.7% |
| Christian | 32.4% | 46.2% | -13.8% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 5.6% | 6.5% | -0.9% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albert Road was 829.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 885.4% higher than the Eastney and Craneswater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Albert Road has the 4th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Eastney and Craneswater and the 11th highest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 488.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 104 Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Other, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2021-08-17 | £321,519 |
| 106 - 108 Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Other, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2019-01-09 | £55,497 |
| 102A Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Other, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2018-10-23 | £104,588 |
| 88 Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Other, an established residential building | £13,000 | 2018-04-13 | £14,379 |
| 104B Albert Road, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £119,000 | 2018-04-13 | £131,621 |
The percentage of student residents living in PO5 2SN 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 24 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southsea Infant School Collingwood Road , PO5 2SR | 3out of 4 | 82 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Catholic Primary School Taswell Road , PO5 2RG | 3out of 4 | 478 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Craneswater Junior School St Ronan's Road , PO4 0PX | 3out of 4 | 584 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramble Infant School and Nursery Bramble Road , PO4 0DT | 3out of 4 | 637 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottage Grove Primary School Chivers Close , PO5 1HG | 3out of 4 | 797 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 | 973 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Charter Academy Hyde Park Road , PO5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,303 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 1,501 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 2,095 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | 3out of 4 | 2,163 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 | 3,617 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 4,673 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 | 4,124 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayville High School Mayville high School , 35-37 St Simon's Road PO5 2PE | - not rated | 553 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 603 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth High School 25 Kent Road , Southsea PO5 3EQ | - not rated | 1,129 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 1,489 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 1,712 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casa De Castro | 96A Albert Road, Southsea | 4 yd | |
| Nemrut Restaurant | Shop, 94 Albert Road | 23 yd | |
| It's Mustard | 116 Albert Road, Southsea | 98 yd | |
| The Akash Restaurant | 99 - 101 Albert Road, Southsea | 103 yd | |
| Haldi | Shop, 93 Albert Road | 121 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Royal Albert | 115-117, Albert Road | 27 yd | |
| Duke Of Devonshire | Public House, 119 Albert Road | 35 yd | |
| Southsea Waverley Bowling Club | 91 Waverley Road, Southsea | 125 yd | |
| Fifth Hants Volunteer Arms | 74 Albert Road, Southsea | 168 yd | |
| Edge Of The Wedge/Wedgewood Rooms | 147B, Albert Road | 170 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ken's Kebab And Speedy Pizza | 80-82, Albert Road | 4 yd | |
| Anchor & Sea | Shop, 88 Albert Road | 7 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | The Charcoal Grill, 121 Albert Road | 26 yd | |
| PCK 4 U | 137 Albert Road, Southsea | 27 yd | |
| Subway | 106 - 108 Albert Road, Southsea | 61 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Kwiki Mart | 111-113, Albert Road | 27 yd | |
| Great China Oriental Food Store | 123 Elm Grove, Southsea | 646 yd | |
| Waitrose & Partners Southsea | 32 - 34 Marmion Road, Southsea | 733 yd | |
| Mediterranean Supermarket | 111-113, Elm Grove | 788 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Palmerston Road Local | 77-79, Palmerston Road | 891 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ed'S Gym 57 - 61 57 - 61 Albert Road | health and fitness suite | 246 yd |
| Havelock Community Centre FAWCETT ROAD | 247 yd | |
| Wimbledon Park Sports Centre TASWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 406 yd |
| Craneswater Junior School ST. RONANS ROAD | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Canoe Lake Leisure EASTERN PARADE | tennis courts | 873 yd |
| St Johns College Grove Road South | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 893 yd |
| Priory School FAWCETT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre | 1,020 yd |
| St Helens Field EASTERN PARADE | grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.