Halstead Road is in Portsmouth and in Portsmouth district. PO6 3NZ 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 Halstead Road, Portsmouth, PO6 3NZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO6 3QN, PO6 3PB, PO6 3UP, PO6 3NP, PO6 3PA, PO6 3NL, PO6 3QX, PO6 3NY, PO6 3QJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO6 3NZ has a female population much higher than UK average, with 58.3% 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 | 54.6% | 58.3% | 3.7% | 51.0% | 7.3% |
| Male | 45.4% | 41.7% | -3.7% | 49.0% | -7.3% |
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 PO6 3NZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.8% 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 | 49.2% | 48.8% | -0.4% | 37.9% | 10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 20.5% | 23.2% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -21.0% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 6% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 3.8% |
| Divorced | 16.7% | 13.2% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 8.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 43.4% | 41.1% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 34.2% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 16.1% | 1.3% | 12.7% | 3.4% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 5.7% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 2.9% | -0.4% | 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.
In the area around PO6 3NZ this area, 36.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.2% | 36.4% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 18.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.2% | 12.4% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.8% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 3.2% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.7% | 14.8% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.8% | 16.4% | 6.6% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 2.7% | 4% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 91.8% | 90.8% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 91.6% 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 | 93.4% | 91.6% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 91.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5.2% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.7% | 76.7% | -13.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 32.3% | 13.5% | 18.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.1% | 37.2% | 24.9% |
| Christian | 25% | 46.2% | -21.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 4.6% | 6.5% | -1.9% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Halstead Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Cosham average.
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 -75.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Halstead Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-08-31 | £146,743 |
| 18 Halstead Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2020-07-31 | £136,498 |
| 34 Halstead Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £96,000 | 2015-07-30 | £123,125 |
| 30 Halstead Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2006-10-19 | £139,039 |
| 8 Halstead Road, Portsmouth, Portsmouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £89,500 | 2004-10-29 | £127,112 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Looking after home or family | 23 |
| Other | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medina Primary School Medina Road , Cosham PO6 3NH | - not rated | 426 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsdown First School Sundridge Close , Cosham PO6 3JL | - not rated | 566 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsdown Primary School Sundridge Close , Wymering PO6 3JL | 3out of 4 | 566 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle View First School Cheltenham Road , Paulsgrove PO6 3PZ | - not rated | 632 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon View Primary Academy Allaway Avenue , Paulsgrove PO6 3PS | - not rated | 1,008 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sevenoaks Middle School Sundridge Close , Cosham PO6 3JL | - not rated | 714 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Middle School Marsden Road , Paulsgrove PO6 4JB | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Morelands Middle School Crookhorn Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QL | - not rated | 3,817 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The City of Portsmouth Boys' School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | - not rated | 2,160 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Portsmouth London Road , Hilsea PO2 9DU | 4out of 4 | 2,187 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trafalgar School London Road , Hilsea PO2 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,187 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School Central Road , Drayton PO6 1QY | - not rated | 2,465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School Central Road , Drayton PO6 1QY | - not rated | 2,465 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 | 2,050 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant and South Downs College College Road , PO7 8AA | - not rated | 4,720 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Portsmouth College Tangier Road , PO3 6PZ | - not rated | 5,401 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 | 1out of 4 | 3,317 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Mayfield Road , North End PO2 0RH | - not rated | 3,346 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wymering School Sevenoaks Road , PO6 3YB | - not rated | 509 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Home Tuition Centre The Oaks Centre , Sundridge Close PO6 3JL | - not rated | 714 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Sevenoaks Pupil Referral Unit Sundridge Close , Cosham PO6 3JL | - not rated | 714 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| School Girl Mothers Pupil Referral Unit Sevenoaks Centre , Sundridge Close PO6 3JL | - not rated | 714 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Crescent Centre Sandridge Close , Cosham PO6 3JL | - not rated | 714 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Playzone | A4, Oak Park Industrial Estate | 388 yd | |
| Admiral Day Care | 2 Acorn Business Centre, Northarbour Road | 443 yd | |
| Whistle Stop (Selco) | Unit 3, Northarbour Spur | 508 yd | |
| FCC Paragon | 4 Quay Point, Northarbour Road | 562 yd | |
| Wright Choice Catering Ltd (Peta Training Ltd) | Unit 1, Access Point | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosham Conservative Club | 11 Spur Road, Portsmouth | 851 yd | |
| The Cosham Social Club | 14-16, Wayte Street | 867 yd | |
| The First Post (Wetherspoon) | 42 High Street, Portsmouth | 937 yd | |
| Crown Bingo And Social Club | High Street, Portsmouth | 958 yd | |
| Dixie's Bar | 58C High Street, Portsmouth | 974 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Kitchen | 2 Northern Buildings, Northern Road | 749 yd | |
| Golden Boat | 6 Northern Buildings, Northern Road | 749 yd | |
| Pizzalicious | 5 Northern Buildings, Northern Road | 749 yd | |
| Grill Out | Shop, 19 Spur Road | 831 yd | |
| West Grill | 7 Spur Road, Portsmouth | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kwiki Mart | 21 Halstead Road, Portsmouth | 24 yd | |
| M&S Food | Queen Alexandra Hospital, Southwick Hill Road | 605 yd | |
| Iceland | 1-3 High Street, Portsmouth | 1,007 yd | |
| Aldi | 41 Southampton Road, Portsmouth | 1,022 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Medina Primary School MEDINA ROAD | grass pitches | 437 yd |
| Sevenoaks Sevenoaks Road | grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Cosham Community Centre COSHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE COSHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE WOOTTON STREET | 886 yd | |
| Horizon Health & Fitness 8C 8C HIGH STREET | health and fitness suite | 923 yd |
| Marriott Leisure Club (Portsmouth) SOUTHAMPTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 944 yd |
| Beacon View Primary Academy ALLAWAY AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,012 yd |
| King George V Fields Northern Road | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 97.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.9% |
| 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 | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.