Adams Terrace is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO6 2HT is located in the Drayton and Farlington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth North. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Adams Terrace, Portsmouth, PO6 2HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO6 2LA, PO6 2HU, PO6 1RF, PO6 2HR, PO6 2HE, PO6 1RE, PO6 1PY, PO6 2NZ, PO6 1PT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO6 2HT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 50.5% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.5% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 24.4% | 32.5% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.6% | 44% | -7.6% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.3% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 10.3% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 10% | 9.1% | -0.9% | 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 | 50.5% | 46.3% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -2.1% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 34% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 12.6% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 26.2% | 19% | -7.2% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 9.5% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 12% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.6% | 8.7% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 18.6% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 29.8% | 12.2% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 5.4% | 2.5% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.6% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 96.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.2% | 96.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Adams Terrace was 377.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 724.1% higher than the Drayton and Farlington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Adams Terrace has the highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Drayton and Farlington and the 43rd highest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 138.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Adams Terrace, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-07-30 | £249,281 |
| 2 Adams Terrace, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Detached, an established residential building | £348,000 | 2022-11-25 | £327,099 |
| 5 Adams Terrace, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2015-02-16 | £284,092 |
| 6 Adams Terrace, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2013-04-19 | £320,244 |
| 6 Adams Terrace, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2011-12-09 | £265,033 |
PO6 2HT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 PO6 2HT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Court Lane Infant Academy Hilary Avenue , Cosham PO6 2PP | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Court Lane Junior Academy Hilary Avenue , Cosham PO6 2PP | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highbury Primary School Dovercourt Road , Cosham PO6 2RZ | 3out of 4 | 956 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Solent Junior School Solent Road , Drayton PO6 1HJ | 3out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Solent Infant School Evelegh Road , Farlington PO6 1DH | 3out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield School Central Road , Drayton PO6 1QY | 3out of 4 | 326 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Portsmouth London Road , Hilsea PO2 9DU | - not rated | 2,041 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,041 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Purbrook Park School Park Avenue , Purbrook PO7 5DS | 3out of 4 | 2,502 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | 3out of 4 | 2,756 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 818 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant and South Downs College College Road , PO7 8AA | - not rated | 3,353 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 3,925 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 | 2,885 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Park Academy Wembley Grove , Cosham PO6 2RY | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 2,633 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Special School Scratchface Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QD | 4out of 4 | 3,251 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harbour School Tipner Lane , Tipner PO2 8RA | - not rated | 3,840 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Releasing Potential School 7 Kingscroft Court , Ridgway PO9 1LS | - not rated | 4,276 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honeywell Control Systems | City Technology Centre, Walton Road | 482 yd | |
| Pall Europe | Pall Europe Ltd, Walton Road | 599 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Supermarket, Sainsburys | 660 yd | |
| Heaths Coffee Shop | 214 Havant Road, Portsmouth | 785 yd | |
| Mowchak Tandoori Restaurant | 270 Havant Road, Portsmouth | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dan Lewie Bar | Portsmouth Truck Stop, Walton Road | 401 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosham Balti House | 54 Tregaron Avenue, Portsmouth | 545 yd | |
| Take Away Food Centre | 204 Havant Road, Portsmouth | 785 yd | |
| JK Wellness (Juice Bar) | 224E Havant Road, Portsmouth | 787 yd | |
| Snack Shack | 232 Havant Road, Portsmouth | 789 yd | |
| André's Food Bar | Shop, 256 Havant Road | 796 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Farlington Superstore | Supermarket, Sainsburys | 660 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 187 Chatsworth Avenue, Portsmouth | 1,037 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Springfield School CENTRAL ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 358 yd |
| Drayton Park Lower Drayton Lane | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| Farlington Playing Fields Eastern Road | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Hilton Fitness By Precor (Portsmouth) (Closed) Eastern Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 679 yd |
| Redwood Park School WEMBLEY GROVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 812 yd |
| Highbury College Sports Centre (Closed) Dovercourt Road | health and fitness suite | 878 yd |
| St Johns College (Farlington Pitches) Eastern Road | grass pitches | 980 yd |
| Highbury Primary School DOVERCOURT ROAD | grass pitches | 1,038 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.