Clarence Parade is in Southsea and in Portsmouth district. PO5 3NU 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 Clarence Parade, Southsea, PO5 3NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO5 3NY, PO5 3NR, PO5 3BZ, PO5 3NG, PO5 3NB, PO5 3RJ, PO5 3NF, PO5 3NA, PO5 3NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO5 3NU has a slightly higher male population, with 52.5% of residents 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 | 43.5% | 47.5% | 4.0% | 51.0% | -3.5% |
| Male | 56.5% | 52.5% | -4.0% | 49.0% | 3.5% |
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 3NU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.3% 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 | 45.2% | 49.3% | 4.1% | 37.9% | 11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.4% | 27.8% | -1.6% | 44.2% | -16.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 10.6% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 13.7% | 7.9% | -5.8% | 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 | 45.4% | 43.8% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 33.5% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 14.5% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 5% | 5.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
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.
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 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.6% | 18.1% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.5% | 6.6% | 0.1% | 9.6% | -3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.5% | 5.3% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -8.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 5.3% | -2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 14.6% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.5% | 48.7% | 7.2% | 33.8% | 14.9% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.5% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 3.1% | -0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 92% | 88.3% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 6.9% |
| Arab | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 75.5% 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 | 82.1% | 75.5% | -6.6% | 83.2% | -7.7% |
| European Union | 6.1% | 9.1% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 2.5% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5% | 4.6% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 6.2% | 4.7% | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 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 | 80.9% | 75.2% | -5.7% | 83.2% | -8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 5% | 8.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -1.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.9% | 5.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 5.4% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 3.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.2% | 2.9% | -6.3% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.2% | 76.7% | -6.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 3.7% | 0.4% | 3.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 5% | 1.5% | 3.5% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.3% | 37.2% | 5.1% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 2.1% | 1.7% | 0.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clarence Parade was 235.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 179.2% higher than the Eastney and Craneswater average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clarence Parade has the 10th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Eastney and Craneswater and the 90th highest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 102.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 3 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-09-12 | £195,000 |
| Flat 3/4 Windruff House, 13 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2024-05-08 | £580,462 |
| Flat 1 3 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-02-09 | £177,876 |
| Flat 1 3 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-03-24 | £150,829 |
| Upper Flat 18 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2022-03-18 | £558,035 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Grove Primary School Chivers Close , PO5 1HG | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Jude's CofE Primary School St Nicholas Street , PO1 2NZ | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Catholic Primary School Taswell Road , PO5 2RG | 3out of 4 | 970 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southsea Infant School Collingwood Road , PO5 2SR | 3out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Craneswater Junior School St Ronan's Road , PO4 0PX | 3out of 4 | 1,588 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 | 1,503 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Fawcett Road , PO4 0DL | 3out of 4 | 1,784 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 1,847 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 2,779 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | 3out of 4 | 3,152 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Vincent College Mill Lane , PO12 4QA | - not rated | 3,911 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 4,619 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 | 4,756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portsmouth High School 25 Kent Road , Southsea PO5 3EQ | - not rated | 495 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 658 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 | 994 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 1,125 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Apsley House | 13 Auckland Road West, Southsea | 52 yd | |
| Bonita's | 106 Palmerston Road, Southsea | 140 yd | |
| Soprano's Southsea | 108 Palmerston Road, Southsea | 140 yd | |
| Meat And Barrel | 112 Palmerston Road, Southsea | 140 yd | |
| Drift Southsea | 78 Palmerston Road, Southsea | 140 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland Arms | Netley Road, Southsea | 96 yd | |
| Croxton's Kitchen & Tap House | Shop, 94 - 96 Palmerston Road | 140 yd | |
| The Lord Palmerston (J D Wetherspoon) | Public House, 84 - 90 Palmerston Road | 144 yd | |
| Scarlet Tap, Loco Loco, El Rodeo Mexicano, Burrito Bandits | 80 - 82 Palmerston Road, Southsea | 157 yd | |
| The Southsea Lounge | 93 Palmerston Road, Southsea | 157 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| André's Food Bar | 54 Osborne Road, Southsea | 163 yd | |
| Pizza Gogo | 55 Osborne Road, Southsea | 196 yd | |
| The Fisherman's Kitchen | 4 Clarendon Road, Southsea | 241 yd | |
| Coffee Cabin | Cafe, Avenue De Caen | 355 yd | |
| Greggs | 15 Palmerston Road, Southsea | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Palmerston Road Local | 77-79, Palmerston Road | 195 yd | |
| Waitrose & Partners Southsea | 32 - 34 Marmion Road, Southsea | 402 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food Portsmouth Great Southsea Street | 56 Great Southsea Street, Southsea | 793 yd | |
| Tesco Southsea Elm Grove Express | 57 - 61 Elm Grove, Southsea | 849 yd | |
| Mediterranean Supermarket | 111-113, Elm Grove | 861 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southsea Tennis Club CLARENCE ESPLANADE | tennis courts | 296 yd |
| Portsmouth High School KENT ROAD | 584 yd | |
| St Johns College Grove Road South | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 621 yd |
| Pyramids Centre CLARENCE ESPLANADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 712 yd |
| Wimbledon Park Sports Centre TASWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 815 yd |
| Clarence Pier Sports Ground Long Curtain Road | grass pitches | 856 yd |
| Ed'S Gym 57 - 61 57 - 61 Albert Road | health and fitness suite | 905 yd |
| You Fit Portsmouth PEMBROKE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 912 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 | 92.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 92.1% |
| 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 | 220.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.