West Street is in Havant and in Havant district. PO9 1LP is located in the Havant St Faith's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about West Street, Havant, PO9 1LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO9 1LE, PO9 1LQ, PO9 1NJ, PO9 1NT, PO9 1NE, PO9 1NG, PO9 1NH, PO9 1NS, PO9 1LR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO9 1LP has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.1% | 50% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.9% | 50% | 0.1% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 PO9 1LP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.8% 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 | 33.8% | 32% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.2% | 51.8% | 10.6% | 44.2% | 7.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 1.4% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 7.9% | -6.2% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 7% | 6.1% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 40.4% | 40.2% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 39% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 14% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 6% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 27.8% | 18.3% | -9.5% | 18.2% | 0.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 13.7% | 1.0% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 17.3% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 8.3% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 14% | -2.2% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 26.3% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.5% | 0.9% | -0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 97% | 95.2% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 96.4% | 95.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 1.8% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.7% | 76.7% | 6.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 39% | 46.2% | -7.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around West Street was 114.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.8% higher than the Bedhampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
West Street has the 22nd highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Bedhampton and the 75th highest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 148 West Street, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2024-11-29 | £499,734 |
| 152 West Street, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2023-11-24 | £481,522 |
| 146C West Street, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2022-12-20 | £342,668 |
| 140 West Street, Havant, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-03-23 | £379,324 |
| 148 West Street, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2021-10-08 | £435,224 |
PO9 1LP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PO9 1LP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bidbury Infant School Fraser Road , Bedhampton PO9 3EF | 4out of 4 | 510 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bidbury Junior School Fraser Road , Bedhampton PO9 3EF | 3out of 4 | 518 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Havant Hooks Lane , Bedhampton PO9 3DR | 3out of 4 | 719 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trosnant Junior School Stockheath Lane , Leigh Park PO9 3BD | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trosnant Infant School Stockheath Lane , Leigh Park PO9 3BD | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warblington School Southleigh Road , PO9 2RR | 3out of 4 | 1,792 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 2,076 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,844 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | 3out of 4 | 2,898 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant Academy Wakefords Way , PO9 5JD | 3out of 4 | 3,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,386 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 5,441 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Releasing Potential School 7 Kingscroft Court , Ridgway PO9 1LS | - not rated | 548 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,631 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Riverside Community Special School Scratchface Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QD | 4out of 4 | 2,787 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Washington Road , PO10 7NN | 2out of 4 | 3,900 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Waterloo School Warfield Avenue , PO7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 4,127 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FoodCycle Havant | 134 West Street | 78 yd | |
| KFC | 2 Park Way | 446 yd | |
| Costa | Unit 8 | 455 yd | |
| 19 Fourteas Tearoom | 47-49 West Street | 478 yd | |
| The Food Shack | 41 Brockhampton Lane | 479 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prince of Wales | 164 West Street | 146 yd | |
| Havant Ex-Servicemen Club | Ex Servicemen and British Legion Club | 339 yd | |
| Havant Rugby Club | Clubhouse | 475 yd | |
| Havant Sports Club | The Pavilion | 483 yd | |
| The Parchment Makers | 1 Park Road North | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Town Chinese Take Away | 100 West Street | 362 yd | |
| German Doner Kebab | 1 Park Way | 465 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 39 West Street | 507 yd | |
| Subway | 32 West Street | 609 yd | |
| Messy Chef Express | 3 Market Parade | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B and M Retail | 8-10 Park Way | 357 yd | |
| Aldi | 14 Park Way | 400 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Unit 9 | 455 yd | |
| Home Bargains | Units 4 & 5 | 456 yd | |
| Iceland Foods | 16-18 Market Parade | 696 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Havant Park PARK WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 484 yd |
| Havant Squash Club (Closed) Havant Rugby Club Havant Rugby Club Fraser Road | grass pitches, squash courts | 545 yd |
| Havant Rfc (Hooks Lane) HOOKS LANE GROUND CLUBHOUSE HOOKS LANE GROUND CLUBHOUSE FRASER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 578 yd |
| Havant & South Downs College NEW ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 607 yd |
| Bidbury Junior School BIDBURY FIRST AND MIDDLE SCHOOL BIDBURY FIRST AND MIDDLE SCHOOL FRASER ROAD | grass pitches | 652 yd |
| Bidbury Mead Recreation Ground BIDBURY MEAD RECREATION PARK BIDBURY MEAD RECREATION PARK BIDBURY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 805 yd |
| Bosmere Junior School SOUTH STREET | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Havant Leisure Centre CIVIC CENTRE ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 913 yd |
| Trosnant Junior School TROSNANT FIRST AND SECOND SCHOOL TROSNANT FIRST AND SECOND SCHOOL CHILCOMBE CLOSE | grass pitches | 916 yd |
| Activ Health Fitness Centre Langstone Technology Park Langstone Technology Park Langstone Road | health and fitness suite | 1,019 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| 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 | 143.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.