King Street is in Southsea and in Portsmouth district. PO5 4EA is located in the St Thomas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth South. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about King Street, Southsea, PO5 4EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO5 4EQ, PO5 4BY, PO5 4EJ, PO5 4BS, PO5 4EL, PO5 4BZ, PO5 4AR, PO5 4DS, PO5 4JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO5 4EA has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.5% of the population 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 | 58.2% | 56.5% | -1.7% | 51.0% | 5.5% |
| Male | 41.8% | 43.5% | 1.7% | 49.0% | -5.5% |
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 | 36.9% | 35.9% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.2% | 32.7% | 6.5% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 15% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 19.6% | 15.7% | -3.9% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
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 | 36.3% | 43.7% | 7.4% | 48.4% | -4.7% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 31.7% | -6.2% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 20.3% | 16.4% | -3.9% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 5.5% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 28.6% | 24.2% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.3% | 7.8% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.6% | 16.3% | -3.3% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 30.1% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 7.7% | 9.2% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 6.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% | 0.7% | 1.5% |
| Indian | 4.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 0.8% | 4.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| White | 86.8% | 81.9% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 75.1% 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 | 87.4% | 75.1% | -12.3% | 83.2% | -8.1% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 13.5% | 9.1% | 6.1% | 7.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.5% | 4.9% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -0.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86.3% | 75.5% | -10.8% | 83.2% | -7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 9.8% | 8.7% | 9.8% | 0.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 8.7% | 4.9% | 2.2% | 6.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 2.7% | -3.3% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.1% | 76.7% | -12.6% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.8% | 1.5% | 2.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.8% | 13.5% | 3.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 3.8% | 6.5% | -2.7% |
| Other religion | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around King Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Charles Dickens average.
King Street has the lowest crime rate of 90 local areas in Charles Dickens and the 12th lowest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Prince Regent Court King Street, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-10-13 | £171,851 |
| 17 Prince Regent Court King Street, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £161,000 | 2022-05-19 | £159,155 |
| 16 Prince Regent Court King Street, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £162,500 | 2021-01-22 | £176,042 |
| 3 Prince Regent Court King Street, Southsea, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2018-10-12 | £181,653 |
| 8 Prince Regent Court King Street, Southsea, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2017-02-10 | £339,376 |
PO5 4EA 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 4EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in PO5 4EA area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 67 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Grove Primary School Chivers Close , PO5 1HG | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Jude's CofE Primary School St Nicholas Street , PO1 2NZ | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ark Ayrton Primary Academy Somers Road , Southsea PO5 4LS | 3out of 4 | 917 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's Beneficial Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School Hanover Street , Portsea PO1 3BN | 3out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Cathedral Catholic Primary School Cottage View , Landport PO1 1PX | 4out of 4 | 1,163 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 576 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic School Arundel Street , PO1 1RX | 4out of 4 | 923 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Fawcett Road , PO4 0DL | 3out of 4 | 1,333 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Academy St Mary's Road , PO1 5PF | 3out of 4 | 1,979 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Miltoncross Academy Milton Road , Milton PO3 6RB | 3out of 4 | 2,711 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 | 3,371 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 4,124 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 | 3,814 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Portsmouth University House , Winston Churchill Avenue PO1 2UP | - not rated | 264 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Portsmouth Grammar School High Street , Old Portsmouth PO1 2LN | - not rated | 493 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth High School 25 Kent Road , Southsea PO5 3EQ | - not rated | 610 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Girls | More About School |
| St John's College Grove Road South , PO5 3QW | - not rated | 805 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 | 1,682 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cintia's Gourmet Brazilian Food At Outside-In Food Court | 56 Middle Street, Southsea | 208 yd | |
| Oishibuns At Outside-In Food Court | 56 Middle Street, Southsea | 208 yd | |
| Big Bite At Outside-In Food Court | 56 Middle Street, Southsea | 208 yd | |
| The Chambers | 27 Landport Terrace, Portsmouth | 257 yd | |
| Viet Quan | 1 Landport Terrace, Portsmouth | 257 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Eldon Arms | 11 - 17 Eldon Street, Southsea | 97 yd | |
| King Street Tavern | 70 King Street, Southsea | 159 yd | |
| The Raven | Bedford Street, Southsea | 205 yd | |
| Hampshire Boulevard | 1-2 Hampshire Terrace, Portsmouth | 277 yd | |
| Hole In The Wall | 36 Great Southsea Street, Southsea | 322 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yuan Siu | 64 St James's Road, Southsea | 174 yd | |
| El Chapo Chow At Outside-In Food Court | 56 Middle Street, Southsea | 208 yd | |
| FlipandFry | 56 Middle Street, Southsea | 208 yd | |
| Speedy Foody | Unit 2, 22 Middle Street | 276 yd | |
| Summers Fish And Chips | 7 Somers Road, Southsea | 363 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Food Portsmouth Great Southsea Street | 56 Great Southsea Street, Southsea | 322 yd | |
| Tesco Southsea Elm Grove Express | 57 - 61 Elm Grove, Southsea | 436 yd | |
| Mediterranean Supermarket | 111-113, Elm Grove | 558 yd | |
| Great China Oriental Food Store | 123 Elm Grove, Southsea | 702 yd | |
| Tesco Old Portsmouth Express (2354) | 19 St Georges Road, Portsmouth | 706 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Southsea Community Centre (Closed) King Street | 114 yd | |
| St Paul'S Sports Centre SPORTS HALL SPORTS HALL ST. PAULS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 302 yd |
| Spinnaker Sports Centre CAMBRIDGE ROAD | squash courts | 454 yd |
| Portsmouth Tennis Academy BURNABY ROAD | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 495 yd |
| Portsmouth High School KENT ROAD | 559 yd | |
| Portsmouth Grammar School HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 560 yd |
| St Johns College Grove Road South | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 562 yd |
| Hms Temeraire Victory Stadium UNITED SERVICES RECREATION GROUND UNITED SERVICES RECREATION GROUND PARK ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 568 yd |
| Somerstown Community Hub RIVERS STREET | 574 yd | |
| Charter Community Sports Centre HYDE PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 593 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 | 42 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.94 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.