Grassmere Way is in Waterlooville and in Havant district. PO7 8RW is located in the Cowplain electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Grassmere Way, Waterlooville, PO7 8RW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO7 8RZ, PO7 8RS, PO7 8RN, PO7 8NP, PO7 8RR, PO7 8RY, PO7 8RU, PO7 8RQ, PO7 8RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO7 8RW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.9% of residents 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 | 48.4% | 53.9% | 5.5% | 51.0% | 2.9% |
| Male | 51.6% | 46.1% | -5.5% | 49.0% | -2.9% |
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 8RW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% 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 | 22.3% | 18.2% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -19.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66% | 61.3% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 8.2% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 10% | 5.9% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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 (86.1%) 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 | 55.3% | 49.4% | -5.9% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 36.7% | 2.5% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 14% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| 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 | 10.1% | 13.1% | 3.0% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 11.2% | -1.4% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 12.7% | -6.5% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5.6% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 24.6% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 29.9% | -3.1% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 5% | 3% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.1% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
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 | 94.7% | 91.6% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 5.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.1% | 91.9% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.6% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 4.8% | 13.5% | -8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Grassmere Way was 15.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.2% lower than the Cowplain average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Grassmere Way has the 13th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Cowplain and the 37th lowest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Grassmere Way, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2003-03-10 | £554,022 |
PO7 8RW 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 PO7 8RW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 107 |
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Information and communication | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's Inclosure Primary School Cornelius Drive , PO7 8NT | 3out of 4 | 570 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padnell Junior School Padnell Road , Cowplain PO8 8EA | 3out of 4 | 678 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padnell Infant School Padnell Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8DS | 3out of 4 | 691 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Plain Infant School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,761 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Plain Junior School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8SA | 3out of 4 | 1,825 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Cowplain School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RY | 3out of 4 | 1,393 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 2,477 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,839 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Horndean Technology College Barton Cross , Horndean PO8 9PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,894 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | 3out of 4 | 3,212 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 | 3,603 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,917 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Jubilee School 84-86 Jubilee Road , PO7 7RE | - not rated | 2,005 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Waterloo School Warfield Avenue , PO7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,145 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel Madocks School Eagle Avenue , Cowplain PO8 9XP | 3out of 4 | 2,415 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Special School Scratchface Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QD | 4out of 4 | 3,588 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough & Barley Corn | Plough and Barleycorn | 246 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterlooville Golf Club | Waterlooville Golf Club | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 18 The Westbrook Centre | 262 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waterlooville Golf Club CHERRY TREE AVENUE | golf | 326 yd |
| Cowplain Activities Centre PADNELL ROAD | 713 yd | |
| Cowplain Recreation Ground PADNELL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 713 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.