Longwood Avenue is in Waterlooville and in Havant district. PO8 8JA 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 Longwood Avenue, Waterlooville, PO8 8JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO8 8JE, PO8 8JS, PO8 8JF, PO8 8JT, PO8 8NA, PO8 8JD, PO8 8JU, PO8 8HZ, PO8 8JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO8 8JA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.3% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.7% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 8JA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 27.3% | 27.3% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -10.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.3% | 58.2% | 2.9% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 8.7% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.7% | -1.0% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.2%) 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 | 45.4% | 48.6% | 3.2% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 39.6% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 10.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 1.6% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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 | 13.8% | 15.7% | 1.9% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 12.4% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 14.6% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 7.7% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 17.5% | 3.3% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 28.5% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.6% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 3.1% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 94.2% | -3.4% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 95.1% | 94.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 2.4% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 93.9% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.2% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 54.3% | 46.2% | 8.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Longwood Avenue was 15.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.0% lower than the Cowplain average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Longwood Avenue has the 14th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in Cowplain and the 38th lowest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Longwood Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2022-10-19 | £442,912 |
| 66 Longwood Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-09-17 | £401,365 |
| 51 Longwood Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2019-10-30 | £456,749 |
| 49A Longwood Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £338,000 | 2019-09-13 | £392,299 |
| 44 Longwood Avenue, Waterlooville, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2018-03-28 | £464,237 |
PO8 8JA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 PO8 8JA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 87 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodcroft Primary 37 Woodcroft Lane , PO8 9QD | 3out of 4 | 639 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Plain Infant School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 962 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padnell Infant School Padnell Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8DS | 3out of 4 | 990 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padnell Junior School Padnell Road , Cowplain PO8 8EA | 3out of 4 | 1,033 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Plain Junior School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8SA | 3out of 4 | 1,072 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 | 831 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horndean Technology College Barton Cross , Horndean PO8 9PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,150 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 3,735 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 3,945 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | 3out of 4 | 4,022 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 | 4,559 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rachel Madocks School Eagle Avenue , Cowplain PO8 9XP | 3out of 4 | 839 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee School 84-86 Jubilee Road , PO7 7RE | - not rated | 1,681 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Waterloo School Warfield Avenue , PO7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,501 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingscourt School Catherington House , 182 Five Heads Road PO8 9NJ | - not rated | 2,799 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,413 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | 149 London Road | 455 yd | |
| The Aviary Cafe@The Acorn Centre | 3 The Kestrels | 593 yd | |
| Cowplain Cafe & Restaurant | 57 London Road | 597 yd | |
| Pasha and Kassia Kitchen | 55 London Road | 604 yd | |
| Koop+Kraft | 5-6 Fernwood House | 630 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cowplain Social Club | 54 London Road | 536 yd | |
| The Rainbow Public House | 214 Milton Road | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lobster Pot | 64 London Road | 508 yd | |
| Lucky Catch Ltd | 64 London Road | 508 yd | |
| North Garden Chinese Takeaway | 343 Milton Road | 510 yd | |
| Good View | 63A London Road | 572 yd | |
| Kens Kebabs & Speedy Pizza | 327 Milton Road | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative | 79-83 London Road | 530 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 31A-33A London Road | 696 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 75 Lovedean Lane | 728 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative | 143-145 Milton Road | 1,031 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Acorn Centre 3 THE KESTRELS 3 THE KESTRELS EAGLE AVENUE | 734 yd | |
| The Cowplain School HART PLAIN AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 836 yd |
| Rachel Madocks School EAGLE AVENUE | 960 yd | |
| Cowplain Activities Centre PADNELL ROAD | 991 yd | |
| Cowplain Recreation Ground PADNELL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 991 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 | 91.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.2% |
| 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 | 159.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.