Edward Gardens is in Havant and in Havant district. PO9 3JJ is located in the Bedhampton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Edward Gardens, Havant, PO9 3JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO9 3BQ, PO9 3JG, PO9 3BG, PO9 3JL, PO9 3PT, PO9 3EU, PO9 3PU, PO9 3LH, PO9 3PH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO9 3JJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 50.1% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 50.9% | 49.9% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 3JJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.1% 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% | 31.7% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.4% | 53.1% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 8.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 8.3% | -0.9% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 6.6% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 52.5% | 49.1% | -3.4% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 34% | 35.6% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 12.1% | 0.4% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 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 | 16.8% | 11.1% | -5.7% | 18.2% | -7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 11.4% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 15.9% | -1.3% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.6% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 17.3% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 34.6% | 1.0% | 33.8% | 0.8% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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 | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 2.1% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.2% | 94.1% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
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 | 93.5% | 92.9% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 92.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 0% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 56.4% | 46.2% | 10.2% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Edward Gardens was 97.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 9.7% lower than the Bedhampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Edward Gardens has the 27th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Bedhampton and the 93rd highest crime rate of 361 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Manor Edward Gardens, Havant, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £2,000,000 | 2021-10-01 | £2,088,553 |
| Tall Trees Edward Gardens, Havant, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2021-06-28 | £829,320 |
| Rosemead Edward Gardens, Havant, Hampshire Detached, an established residential building | £613,000 | 2020-10-28 | £737,366 |
| The Manor Edward Gardens, Havant, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £795,000 | 2018-07-03 | £898,090 |
| The Manor Edward Gardens, Havant, Hampshire Other, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2016-11-11 | £786,954 |
PO9 3JJ 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bidbury Junior School Fraser Road , Bedhampton PO9 3EF | 3out of 4 | 608 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bidbury Infant School Fraser Road , Bedhampton PO9 3EF | 4out of 4 | 646 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More's Catholic Primary School, Havant Hooks Lane , Bedhampton PO9 3DR | 3out of 4 | 789 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barncroft Primary School Park Lane , PO9 3HN | 3out of 4 | 1,128 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trosnant Junior School Stockheath Lane , Leigh Park PO9 3BD | 3out of 4 | 1,629 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 1,945 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | 3out of 4 | 2,100 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 2,140 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warblington School Southleigh Road , PO9 2RR | 3out of 4 | 2,748 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Purbrook Park School Park Avenue , Purbrook PO7 5DS | 3out of 4 | 2,796 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 | 1,527 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| City of Portsmouth College Tudor Crescent , Cosham PO6 2SA | - not rated | 4,595 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 | 911 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Special School Scratchface Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QD | 4out of 4 | 1,919 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,483 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| The Waterloo School Warfield Avenue , PO7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 3,507 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Jubilee School 84-86 Jubilee Road , PO7 7RE | - not rated | 4,473 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carvalho's | 23-25 Belmont Grove | 228 yd | |
| Massala Lounge | 54 Bedhampton Road | 430 yd | |
| Drift in cafe | Fat Face Clothing Ltd | 577 yd | |
| The Rusty Cutter | 65 Bedhampton Hill Road | 637 yd | |
| FoodCycle Havant | 134 West Street | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Lion | 54 Bedhampton Road | 430 yd | |
| Bedhampton Community Centre | Bedhampton Social Hall | 435 yd | |
| The Prince of Wales | 164 West Street | 817 yd | |
| The Swan | The Swan | 876 yd | |
| Havant Rugby Club | Clubhouse | 879 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deep Blue | 94 Bedhampton Road | 331 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | 37 Belmont Grove | 223 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bidbury Mead Recreation Ground BIDBURY MEAD RECREATION PARK BIDBURY MEAD RECREATION PARK BIDBURY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 163 yd |
| Bidbury Junior School BIDBURY FIRST AND MIDDLE SCHOOL BIDBURY FIRST AND MIDDLE SCHOOL FRASER ROAD | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| Havant Rfc (Hooks Lane) HOOKS LANE GROUND CLUBHOUSE HOOKS LANE GROUND CLUBHOUSE FRASER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 735 yd |
| Havant Squash Club (Closed) Havant Rugby Club Havant Rugby Club Fraser Road | grass pitches, squash courts | 761 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 52 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.