Mission Lane is in Waterlooville and in Havant district. PO8 8UU 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 Mission Lane, Waterlooville, PO8 8UU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO8 8UR, PO8 8UJ, PO8 8DH, PO8 8XA, PO8 8UX, PO8 8DF, PO8 8XD, PO8 8DL, PO8 8AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO8 8UU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 51% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 46.2% | 49% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.3% | 26.7% | 7.4% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 51% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 10.2% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 8.2% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 34% | 35.5% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 38.3% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 19.8% | 19.7% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4.8% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 39.8% | 24.5% | -15.3% | 18.2% | 6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 11.5% | 1.3% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.4% | 13.8% | 4.4% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.7% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 17.8% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 23.3% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.4% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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 | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.2% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 93.1% | 97.9% | 4.8% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 1.7% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 97.9% | 4.8% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.4% | 76.7% | 6.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.7% | 37.2% | 14.5% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Muslim | 1% | 6.5% | -5.5% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mission Lane was 55.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.5% higher than the Cowplain average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mission Lane has the 19th highest crime rate of 59 local areas in Cowplain and the 180th highest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 77.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Mission Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-07-21 | £272,105 |
| Deepdale, 3 Mission Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2010-05-25 | £322,263 |
| Rosemary, 4 Mission Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2009-08-28 | £339,106 |
| Rosemary, 4 Mission Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,950 | 2008-10-31 | £314,975 |
| 2 Mission Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2006-10-25 | £343,996 |
PO8 8UU 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 8UU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padnell Infant School Padnell Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8DS | 3out of 4 | 594 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padnell Junior School Padnell Road , Cowplain PO8 8EA | 3out of 4 | 682 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Plain Infant School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 764 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hart Plain Junior School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8SA | 3out of 4 | 870 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen's Inclosure Primary School Cornelius Drive , PO7 8NT | 3out of 4 | 1,056 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 | 459 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Horndean Technology College Barton Cross , Horndean PO8 9PQ | 3out of 4 | 2,474 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 3,255 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 3,432 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | 3out of 4 | 3,557 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 | 4,078 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 | 1,176 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee School 84-86 Jubilee Road , PO7 7RE | - not rated | 1,382 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Waterloo School Warfield Avenue , PO7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 2,080 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,903 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Kingscourt School Catherington House , 182 Five Heads Road PO8 9NJ | - not rated | 3,219 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pasha and Kassia Kitchen | 55 London Road | 107 yd | |
| Cowplain Cafe & Restaurant | 57 London Road | 107 yd | |
| Koop+Kraft | 5-6 Fernwood House | 116 yd | |
| Costa | 27 London Road | 211 yd | |
| KFC | 149 London Road | 356 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cowplain Social Club | 54 London Road | 385 yd | |
| Waterlooville Golf Club | Waterlooville Golf Club | 920 yd | |
| The Rainbow Public House | 214 Milton Road | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 51A London Road | 110 yd | |
| Good View | 63A London Road | 112 yd | |
| Banks Fish & Chips | 35 London Road | 162 yd | |
| Cowplain Kebab House | 29A London Road | 198 yd | |
| The Lobster Pot | 64 London Road | 450 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative | 79-83 London Road | 172 yd | |
| Farmfoods | 31A-33A London Road | 194 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative | 143-145 Milton Road | 996 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Cowplain School HART PLAIN AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 560 yd |
| Cowplain Activities Centre PADNELL ROAD | 639 yd | |
| Cowplain Recreation Ground PADNELL ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 639 yd |
| Waterlooville Golf Club CHERRY TREE AVENUE | golf | 1,028 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 | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 57.1% |
| 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 | 28.6% |
| Median download speed | 23 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.