Cherry Tree Avenue is in Waterlooville and in Havant district. PO8 8AY is located in the Cowplain electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cherry Tree Avenue, Waterlooville, PO8 8AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO8 8BD, PO8 8BA, PO8 8AP, PO8 8AN, PO8 8AZ, PO8 8AR, PO8 8AL, PO8 8BE, PO8 8BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO8 8AY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51.4% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.6% | 48.6% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 PO8 8AY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.4% 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 | 26.8% | 24.9% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 54.4% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 10.2% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 12.3% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 6.5% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.4%) 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 | 47.2% | 55.2% | 8.0% | 48.4% | 6.8% |
| Good health | 40.3% | 34.2% | -6.1% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 8.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 0.9% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 20.3% | 13.8% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 9.6% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 14.2% | -7.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.8% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 14.9% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.9% | 34.9% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.8% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.4% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 95.9% | 96.6% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.3% | 37.2% | 6.1% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cherry Tree Avenue was 180.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 381.5% higher than the Cowplain average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cherry Tree Avenue has the 2nd highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Cowplain and the 38th highest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 160.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 Cherry Tree Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-01-24 | £338,777 |
| 40 Cherry Tree Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-01-31 | £318,450 |
| 29 Cherry Tree Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2020-03-27 | £463,005 |
| 39 Cherry Tree Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2020-02-28 | £378,192 |
| 38 Cherry Tree Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2017-06-09 | £370,189 |
PO8 8AY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padnell Junior School Padnell Road , Cowplain PO8 8EA | 3out of 4 | 329 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padnell Infant School Padnell Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8DS | 3out of 4 | 345 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Inclosure Primary School Cornelius Drive , PO7 8NT | 3out of 4 | 606 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Plain Infant School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Plain Junior School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8SA | 3out of 4 | 1,597 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 | 1,144 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horndean Technology College Barton Cross , Horndean PO8 9PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,626 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 2,792 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 3,022 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | 3out of 4 | 3,380 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 | 3,810 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee School 84-86 Jubilee Road , PO7 7RE | - not rated | 1,873 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rachel Madocks School Eagle Avenue , Cowplain PO8 9XP | 3out of 4 | 2,092 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Waterloo School Warfield Avenue , PO7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,235 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Kingscourt School Catherington House , 182 Five Heads Road PO8 9NJ | - not rated | 3,540 yd | Other independent school | Yes | 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 | 497 yd | |
| Cowplain Cafe & Restaurant | 57 London Road | 812 yd | |
| Pasha and Kassia Kitchen | 55 London Road | 813 yd | |
| Koop+Kraft | 5-6 Fernwood House | 843 yd | |
| Costa | 27 London Road | 871 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterlooville Golf Club | Waterlooville Golf Club | 127 yd | |
| Cowplain Social Club | 54 London Road | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 51A London Road | 812 yd | |
| Good View | 63A London Road | 814 yd | |
| Banks Fish & Chips | 35 London Road | 849 yd | |
| Cowplain Kebab House | 29A London Road | 868 yd | |
| The Lobster Pot | 64 London Road | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 18 The Westbrook Centre | 526 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative | 79-83 London Road | 818 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 31A-33A London Road | 865 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waterlooville Golf Club CHERRY TREE AVENUE | golf | 139 yd |
| Cowplain Activities Centre PADNELL ROAD | 363 yd | |
| Cowplain Recreation Ground PADNELL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 363 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 199.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.