Clarence Parade is in Southsea and in Portsmouth district. PO5 3RJ is located in the St Jude electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth South. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clarence Parade, Southsea, PO5 3RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO5 3NL, PO5 3NB, PO5 3NN, PO5 3NW, PO5 3NE, PO5 3NU, PO5 3NF, PO5 3NG, PO5 3NY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO5 3RJ 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 3RJ, 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 21 Park House, 1 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-08-15 | £321,695 |
| Flat 24 Park House, 1 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2024-06-24 | £185,609 |
| Flat 3 Park House, 1 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2022-02-14 | £229,208 |
| Flat 30 Park House, 1 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-05-11 | £171,300 |
| Flat 25 Park House, 1 Clarence Parade, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £278,950 | 2019-08-09 | £313,282 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Jude's CofE Primary School St Nicholas Street , PO1 2NZ | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cottage Grove Primary School Chivers Close , PO5 1HG | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's Catholic Primary School Taswell Road , PO5 2RG | 3out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Southsea Infant School Collingwood Road , PO5 2SR | 3out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Ayrton Primary Academy Somers Road , Southsea PO5 4LS | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,462 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Fawcett Road , PO4 0DL | 3out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 1,811 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 2,764 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | 3out of 4 | 3,172 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 | 3,816 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 4,639 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 | 4,727 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 | 425 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 667 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 1,035 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayville High School Mayville high School , 35-37 St Simon's Road PO5 2PE | - not rated | 1,078 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 1,296 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 | 105 yd | |
| Spice Merchants | 44 Osborne Road, Southsea | 115 yd | |
| Algarve's Grill | 48 Osborne Road, Southsea | 115 yd | |
| The Rocka International | 42 Osborne Road, Southsea | 115 yd | |
| Rapscallions | 36 Osborne Road, Southsea | 115 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland Arms | Netley Road, Southsea | 61 yd | |
| Hive Bar Southsea | 50 Osborne Road, Southsea | 115 yd | |
| Lord Fitzclarence | 68 Osborne Road, Southsea | 150 yd | |
| The Greenwich Pub | 39 Osborne Road, Southsea | 170 yd | |
| The Lord Palmerston (J D Wetherspoon) | Public House, 84 - 90 Palmerston Road | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| André's Food Bar | 54 Osborne Road, Southsea | 150 yd | |
| Pizza Gogo | 55 Osborne Road, Southsea | 161 yd | |
| The Fisherman's Kitchen | 4 Clarendon Road, Southsea | 292 yd | |
| Greggs | 15 Palmerston Road, Southsea | 383 yd | |
| Sandwich Bar | 10 Marmion Road, Southsea | 437 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Palmerston Road Local | 77-79, Palmerston Road | 242 yd | |
| Waitrose & Partners Southsea | 32 - 34 Marmion Road, Southsea | 424 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food Portsmouth Great Southsea Street | 56 Great Southsea Street, Southsea | 721 yd | |
| Tesco Southsea Elm Grove Express | 57 - 61 Elm Grove, Southsea | 815 yd | |
| Mediterranean Supermarket | 111-113, Elm Grove | 841 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southsea Tennis Club CLARENCE ESPLANADE | tennis courts | 361 yd |
| Portsmouth High School KENT ROAD | 503 yd | |
| St Johns College Grove Road South | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 587 yd |
| Clarence Pier Sports Ground Long Curtain Road | grass pitches | 763 yd |
| Pyramids Centre CLARENCE ESPLANADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 806 yd |
| You Fit Portsmouth PEMBROKE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 818 yd |
| Wimbledon Park Sports Centre TASWELL ROAD | health and fitness suite | 890 yd |
| Ed'S Gym 57 - 61 57 - 61 Albert Road | health and fitness suite | 943 yd |
| Southsea Community Centre (Closed) King Street | 1,065 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 | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.