Highbury Grove is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO6 2RS is located in the Cosham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Portsmouth North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Highbury Grove, Portsmouth, PO6 2RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO6 2SX, PO6 2RJ, PO6 2ST, PO6 2UQ, PO6 2RR, PO6 2SY, PO6 2UG, PO6 2SU, PO6 2TP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO6 2RS 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 | 47% | 50.5% | 3.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 53% | 49.5% | -3.5% | 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 | 31.8% | 34.7% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.9% | 49.2% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 5.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 1.5% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 7.6% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.3% | 52.4% | 5.1% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 33.5% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 11.2% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 2.6% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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 | 17.6% | 14.6% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 8.5% | -5.6% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 13.8% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 6.9% | -0.6% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 27.3% | 12.0% | 16.9% | 10.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.1% | 27.3% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 93.6% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.5% 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 | 96.2% | 88.5% | -7.7% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 88.5% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.8% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.6% | 2.3% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.3% | 76.7% | 9.6% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.5% | 37.2% | 8.3% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Highbury Grove was 90.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.3% lower than the Cosham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Highbury Grove has the 29th highest crime rate of 79 local areas in Cosham and the 282nd highest crime rate of 588 local areas in Portsmouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.4%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 48 Highbury Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £259,000 | 2020-06-26 | £308,548 |
| 52 Highbury Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2016-12-09 | £302,151 |
| 76 Highbury Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £261,500 | 2016-05-11 | £356,219 |
| 70 Highbury Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £199,995 | 2015-05-22 | £297,357 |
| 64 Highbury Grove, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2015-01-30 | £352,684 |
PO6 2RS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Construction | 24 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highbury Primary School Dovercourt Road , Cosham PO6 2RZ | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Court Lane Infant Academy Hilary Avenue , Cosham PO6 2PP | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Court Lane Junior Academy Hilary Avenue , Cosham PO6 2PP | 3out of 4 | 772 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina Primary School Medina Road , Cosham PO6 3NH | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsdown Primary School Sundridge Close , Wymering PO6 3JL | 3out of 4 | 1,126 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTC Portsmouth London Road , Hilsea PO2 9DU | - not rated | 1,165 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School Central Road , Drayton PO6 1QY | 3out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Admiral Lord Nelson School Dundas Lane , PO3 5XT | 3out of 4 | 2,872 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Purbrook Park School Park Avenue , Purbrook PO7 5DS | 3out of 4 | 3,219 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 713 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 4,113 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant and South Downs College College Road , PO7 8AA | - not rated | 4,378 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 | 2,316 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 | 764 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cliffdale Primary Academy Battenburg Avenue , North End PO2 0SN | 4out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Harbour School Tipner Lane , Tipner PO2 8RA | - not rated | 2,782 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Special School Scratchface Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QD | 4out of 4 | 4,191 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Madani Academy Merefield House , Nutfield Place PO1 4JZ | - not rated | 4,286 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highbury Cafe | 5 Highbury Buildings, Portsmouth Road | 286 yd | |
| Caterlink @ The Galley | Highbury College, Tudor Crescent | 316 yd | |
| Whistle Stop Cafe | 1 Portsmouth Road, Portsmouth | 386 yd | |
| Staff Restaurant | Roebuck Close, Portsmouth | 455 yd | |
| Secret Alley | Shop, 68 High Street | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Portsbridge | Portsbridge Hotel, Portsmouth Road | 281 yd | |
| British Telecom Social Club | 82A High Street, Portsmouth | 464 yd | |
| Dixie's Bar | 58C High Street, Portsmouth | 598 yd | |
| The First Post (Wetherspoon) | 42 High Street, Portsmouth | 672 yd | |
| The Cosham Social Club | 14-16, Wayte Street | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highbury Fish Bar | 2 Highbury Buildings, Portsmouth Road | 286 yd | |
| Royal Kebab House | 9 Portsmouth Road, Portsmouth | 386 yd | |
| Bings 'n' Bao's | 111 High Street, Portsmouth | 514 yd | |
| Golden City | 109 High Street, Portsmouth | 518 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | 83 High Street, Portsmouth | 619 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 187 Chatsworth Avenue, Portsmouth | 278 yd | |
| Iceland | 1-3 High Street, Portsmouth | 889 yd | |
| Lidl | Norway Road, Portsmouth | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highbury College Sports Centre TUDOR CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 284 yd |
| Highbury Primary School DOVERCOURT ROAD | grass pitches | 339 yd |
| Cosham Park PORTSMOUTH ROAD | tennis courts | 369 yd |
| King George V Fields Northern Road | grass pitches | 493 yd |
| Highbury College Sports Centre (Closed) Dovercourt Road | health and fitness suite | 578 yd |
| Redwood Park School WEMBLEY GROVE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 633 yd |
| Cosham Community Centre COSHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE COSHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE WOOTTON STREET | 693 yd | |
| Hilsea Splash Pool (Closed) London Road | swimming pool | 803 yd |
| Horizon Health & Fitness 8C 8C HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 884 yd |
| Drayton Park Lower Drayton Lane | grass pitches | 896 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 72.2% |
| 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 | 165.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.