Catherington Lane is in Waterlooville and in East Hampshire district. PO8 9HS is located in the Horndean Kings & Blendworth electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Meon Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Catherington Lane, Waterlooville, PO8 9HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO8 9YT, PO8 9JS, PO8 9TX, PO8 9JT, PO8 9TP, PO8 9JR, PO8 9HT, PO8 9TW, PO8 9JA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO8 9HS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 57.5% | 53.3% | -4.2% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 42.5% | 46.7% | 4.2% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 18.3% | 19.3% | 1.0% | 37.9% | -18.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 42.2% | -1.7% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 19.9% | 9.5% | 9.1% | 10.8% |
| Widowed | 26.2% | 15.7% | -10.5% | 6.1% | 9.6% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.5% | 33.1% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -15.3% |
| Good health | 31.7% | 37% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 23.1% | 22.7% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 10.0% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 5.5% | -3.1% | 4.0% | 1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 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 | 38.4% | 27.3% | -11.1% | 18.2% | 9.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 10.9% | 0.5% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 9.1% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.5% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 13.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.8% | 25.5% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 3.7% | 7.9% | 4.2% | 2.8% | 5.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| White | 100% | 98.4% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 96.2% | 92.9% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 92.9% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.5% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 17.1% | 13.5% | 3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.2% | 37.2% | 4.0% |
| Christian | 52.2% | 46.2% | 6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Catherington Lane was 11.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.5% lower than the Horndean Catherington average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Catherington Lane has the 8th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Horndean Catherington and the 41st lowest crime rate of 410 local areas in East Hampshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Catherington Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2026-01-16 | £295,477 |
| 19 Catherington Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2025-08-08 | £379,196 |
| 29 Catherington Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-08-01 | £256,813 |
| 13 Catherington Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £330,119 | 2022-11-25 | £325,819 |
| 11 Catherington Lane, Waterlooville, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-10-12 | £332,903 |
PO8 9HS 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 PO8 9HS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horndean Infant School Merchistoun Road , Horndean PO8 9LS | 3out of 4 | 754 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Horndean Church of England Junior School Five Heads Road , Horndean PO8 9NW | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodcroft Primary 37 Woodcroft Lane , PO8 9QD | 3out of 4 | 1,390 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowlands Junior School 37 Woodcroft Lane , Lovedean PO8 9QD | - not rated | 1,390 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meadowlands Infant School 35 Woodcroft Lane , Lovedean PO8 9QG | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park House Middle School Sparsholt Close , Leigh Park PO9 4AP | - not rated | 4,909 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horndean Technology College Barton Cross , Horndean PO8 9PQ | - not rated | 612 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowplain Community School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RY | - not rated | 2,347 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cowplain School Hart Plain Avenue , Cowplain PO8 8RY | 3out of 4 | 2,347 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 4,756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staunton Community Sports College Wakefords Way , PO9 5JD | - not rated | 4,934 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingscourt School Catherington House , 182 Five Heads Road PO8 9NJ | - not rated | 1,557 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sundridge Unit Silvester Road , Cowplain PO8 8TR | - not rated | 2,170 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Rachel Madocks School Eagle Avenue , Cowplain PO8 9XP | 3out of 4 | 2,236 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bere Clinic School Hemlock Road , Waterlooville PO8 8QT | - not rated | 2,312 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee School 84-86 Jubilee Road , PO7 7RE | - not rated | 3,262 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Play Planet | 1c Wessex Gate, Horndean, Waterlooville, PO8 9LP | 774 yd | |
| Feed Me Seymour | 7 Horndean Precinct, Portsmouth Road, Horndean, Waterlooville, PO8 9LA | 1,057 yd | |
| Paprika Indian Cuisine | 9 Horndean Precinct, Portsmouth Road, Horndean, Waterlooville, PO8 9LA | 1,057 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clanfield Masonic Club | 19a, Five Heads Road, Waterlooville, PO8 9NW | 906 yd | |
| Centre Point Bar | Clanfield Masonic Hall Co Ltd, 19a Five Heads Road, Horndean, Waterlooville, PO8 9NW | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horndean Pizza Shop & Takeaway | 3 Horndean Precinct, Portsmouth Road, Horndean, Waterlooville, PO8 9LA | 1,057 yd | |
| Cowplain Fish Bar | 62 Hazleton Way | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrisons Supermarkets Ltd | Morrisons, Lakesmere Road, Horndean, Waterlooville, PO8 9FB | 431 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Merchistoun Hall MERCHISTOUN HALL MERCHISTOUN HALL PORTSMOUTH ROAD | 398 yd | |
| Horndean Technology College BARTON CROSS | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 612 yd |
| The Rec FIVE HEADS ROAD | grass pitches | 970 yd |
| Jubilee Field JUBILEE HALL JUBILEE HALL CROUCH LANE | grass pitches | 988 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.2% |
| 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 | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.