Milk Lane is in Waterlooville and in Havant district. PO7 5FJ is located in the Stakes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 2018-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Milk Lane, Waterlooville, PO7 5FJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO7 5GB, PO7 5FN, PO7 5GA, PO7 5SU, PO7 5SY, PO7 5FL, PO7 5ST, PO7 5FH, PO7 5FP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO7 5FJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 51.2% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 47.2% | 48.8% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PO7 5FJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.2% | 36.5% | 15.3% | 37.9% | -1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.3% | 53.1% | -10.2% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 1.5% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 5.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 2.6% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 (88.6%) 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 | 51.6% | 55.5% | 3.9% | 48.4% | 7.1% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 33.1% | -1.4% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 12% | 8.5% | -3.5% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 11.6% | 11.2% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 9.3% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 15.3% | -6.7% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 3.7% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 18.3% | 2.5% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 41.8% | 19.0% | 33.8% | 8.0% |
| Other | 6.2% | 0.4% | -5.8% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.7% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.3% |
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| White | 95.3% | 93.7% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 12.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 94.3% | 92.9% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.7% | 92.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0.3% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 42.7% | 46.2% | -3.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Milk Lane was 23.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.1% lower than the Stakes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Milk Lane has the 6th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Stakes and the 77th lowest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Milk Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, a newly built property | £484,950 | 2018-07-13 | £567,806 |
| 9 Milk Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, a newly built property | £394,950 | 2018-07-10 | £462,429 |
| 5 Milk Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, a newly built property | £394,950 | 2018-07-06 | £462,429 |
| 3 Milk Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, a newly built property | £454,950 | 2018-06-29 | £529,355 |
| 1 Milk Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, a newly built property | £459,950 | 2018-06-29 | £535,173 |
PO7 5FJ 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 | 151 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Hill Primary School Mill Road , PO7 7DB | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Purbrook Infant School Aldermoor Road East , Purbrook PO7 5NQ | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Purbrook Junior School Aldermoor Road East , Purbrook PO7 5NQ | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berewood Primary School Kentidge Way , PO7 3BE | 3out of 4 | 962 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwood Junior School Springwood Avenue , PO7 8ED | 3out of 4 | 1,707 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purbrook Park School Park Avenue , Purbrook PO7 5DS | 3out of 4 | 1,679 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | 3out of 4 | 1,848 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 1,969 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cowplain School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RY | 3out of 4 | 2,758 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 3,463 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havant and South Downs College College Road , PO7 8AA | - not rated | 2,397 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 4,584 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Waterloo School Warfield Avenue , PO7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee School 84-86 Jubilee Road , PO7 7RE | - not rated | 1,840 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Special School Scratchface Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QD | 4out of 4 | 2,012 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel Madocks School Eagle Avenue , Cowplain PO8 9XP | 3out of 4 | 3,288 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,344 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Bakery & Cafe | 142 London Road | 923 yd | |
| VK | 244A London Road | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jeff Borg Catering @ Purbrook Centre Members Club | Former Purbrook Methodist Church | 749 yd | |
| The Woodman Public House | 18 London Road | 793 yd | |
| Purbrook Cricket Club | Cricket Club | 997 yd | |
| Number 73 | 73 London Road | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peaches Dessert Bar & Gelato | 14 London Road | 807 yd | |
| Purbrook Spice Indian Takeaway | 16A London Road | 810 yd | |
| New Purbrook Garden | 8 London Road | 826 yd | |
| 1st Quay | 138 London Road | 933 yd | |
| Bill's Chippy | 41 Mill Road | 972 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda (Superstore) | Asda Stores | 1,082 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Purbrook Heath PURBROOK HEATH ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 992 yd |
| Berewood Primary School BEREWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL BEREWOOD PRIMARY SCHOOL KENTIDGE WAY | grass pitches | 1,025 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 346 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 49 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.