Spruce Avenue is in Waterlooville and in Havant district. PO7 8HR is located in the Stakes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Spruce Avenue, Waterlooville, PO7 8HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO7 8HD, PO7 8HG, PO7 8HJ, PO7 8HH, PO7 8HL, PO7 8HF, PO7 8HE, PO7 8HQ, PO7 8HP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO7 8HR has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 42.4% | 48.9% | 6.5% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 57.6% | 51.1% | -6.5% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 PO7 8HR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.6% 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 | 46.8% | 45.6% | -1.2% | 37.9% | 7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.7% | 25.1% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -19.1% |
| Separated | 5.8% | 4.1% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 20.5% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 11.4% |
| Widowed | 3.5% | 4.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 41.9% | 42.8% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 44% | 42.2% | -1.8% | 33.6% | 8.6% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 11.8% | 2.4% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.5% | -1.6% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
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 22.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.7% | 19.9% | 0.2% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 13.5% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 19.3% | 3.7% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7.6% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.1% | 15.8% | -3.3% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.7% | 22.8% | 3.1% | 33.8% | -11.0% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.2% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 91.1% | 90.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 7% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.1% | 90.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 5.9% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 2.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84% | 76.7% | 7.3% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.5% | 37.2% | 20.3% |
| Christian | 34.9% | 46.2% | -11.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Spruce Avenue was 32.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.3% lower than the Stakes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Spruce Avenue has the 9th lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Stakes and the 113th lowest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 67 Spruce Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-02-07 | £168,000 |
| 70 Spruce Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-11-18 | £149,032 |
| 67 Spruce Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-10-28 | £149,183 |
| 66 Spruce Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2020-12-09 | £147,840 |
| 63 Spruce Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2019-03-08 | £141,474 |
PO7 8HR 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springwood Infant School Springwood Avenue , PO7 8ED | 3out of 4 | 322 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springwood Junior School Springwood Avenue , PO7 8ED | 3out of 4 | 409 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Waterlooville Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BP | 2out of 4 | 978 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Hill Primary School Mill Road , PO7 7DB | 3out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berewood Primary School Kentidge Way , PO7 3BE | 3out of 4 | 1,352 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 1,037 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | 3out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 1,668 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cowplain School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RY | 3out of 4 | 1,921 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Purbrook Park School Park Avenue , Purbrook PO7 5DS | 3out of 4 | 2,539 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,854 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 | 739 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,382 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Jubilee School 84-86 Jubilee Road , PO7 7RE | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Special School Scratchface Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QD | 4out of 4 | 1,762 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel Madocks School Eagle Avenue , Cowplain PO8 9XP | 3out of 4 | 3,018 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springwood community centre | Springwood Community Centre | 419 yd | |
| Pure Gym | Unit 15 | 1,001 yd | |
| Giorgio's | 13 The Precinct | 1,015 yd | |
| Coffeeville | 7 The Precinct | 1,036 yd | |
| Harvest View Brownies / Graze@322 | 320-322 London Road | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox & Hounds | Fox & Hounds 160 Stakes Hill Road | 815 yd | |
| Denmead Queen | Denmead Queen | 1,089 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kim & Laurie | 3 Lavender Road | 261 yd | |
| Noodle Bar | 115 London Road | 1,087 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 1 Lavender Road | 169 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Springwood Junior School Springwood Avenue | grass pitches | 378 yd |
| 247 Fitness (Waterlooville) UNIT 15 UNIT 15 DUKES WALK | health and fitness suite | 932 yd |
| The Waterloo School WARFIELD AVENUE | 982 yd | |
| Oaklands Catholic School STAKES HILL ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 1,085 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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 | 25.0% |
| Median download speed | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.