Purbrook Way is in Havant and in Havant district. PO9 3SG is located in the Leigh Park Hermitage electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Purbrook Way, Havant, PO9 3SG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO9 3SD, PO9 4BJ, PO9 4BL, PO9 4AB, PO9 4BH, PO9 4BE, PO9 3SN, PO9 4AR, PO9 3TL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO9 3SG has a slightly higher male population, with 52.4% 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 | 48.3% | 47.6% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -3.4% |
| Male | 51.7% | 52.4% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 3.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PO9 3SG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.2% | 43% | 11.8% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49% | 41.8% | -7.2% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.7% | 8% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 6.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.9% | 33.2% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -15.2% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 39.2% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 16.5% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 8.9% | 4.7% | 4.0% | 4.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
In the area around PO9 3SG this area, 33.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 12.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.3% | 33.7% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 15.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 14.4% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 14.4% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 18.6% | 8.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.1% | 12.5% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -21.3% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.7% | 95.9% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 97.3% | 91.2% | -6.1% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 5.3% | 3.8% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 91.5% | -5.2% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 3.5% | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.4% | 76.7% | -3.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 22.2% | 13.5% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.6% | 37.2% | 20.4% |
| Christian | 37.3% | 46.2% | -8.9% |
| Hindu | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Purbrook Way was 225.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 123.4% higher than the Bedhampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Purbrook Way has the 11th highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Bedhampton and the 26th highest crime rate of 360 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 136.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -80.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 330 Purbrook Way, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,500 | 2019-01-11 | £235,686 |
| 334 Purbrook Way, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2017-11-17 | £229,302 |
| 328 Purbrook Way, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2015-10-30 | £247,930 |
| 320 Purbrook Way, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2014-09-09 | £273,949 |
| 306 Purbrook Way, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2009-08-28 | £253,236 |
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barncroft Primary School Park Lane , PO9 3HN | 3out of 4 | 300 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barncroft Junior School Barncroft Way , Bedhampton PO9 3AG | - not rated | 397 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barncroft Infant School Barncroft Way , Leigh Park PO9 3AG | - not rated | 405 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park House First School Sparsholt Close , Leigh Park PO9 4AP | - not rated | 598 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park House Primary School Sparsholt Close , Leigh Park PO9 4AP | - not rated | 598 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 | 598 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Morelands Middle School Crookhorn Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QL | - not rated | 2,453 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emsworth Middle School Victoria Road , PO10 7LX | - not rated | 4,417 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 627 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | - not rated | 1,600 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 1,600 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | - not rated | 1,813 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Staunton Community Sports College Wakefords Way , PO9 5JD | - not rated | 2,755 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havant College New Road , PO9 1QL | - not rated | 1,378 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant and South Downs College College Road , PO7 8AA | - not rated | 1,557 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solent Education Trust 106 Park Lane , Bedhampton PO9 3HN | - not rated | 240 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Education Centre Park House Farm Way , PO9 4AJ | - not rated | 577 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | - not rated | 1,181 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Holy Cross Junior School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BP | - not rated | 1,834 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Special School Scratchface Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QD | 3out of 4 | 1,893 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smoky's Grill SG | 5 Middle Park Way | 91 yd | |
| Crumpets | 66 Botley Drive | 552 yd | |
| KFC | KFC Drive Thru | 784 yd | |
| McDonald's | McDonalds Restaurant | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan | The Swan | 498 yd | |
| Leigh Park Working Mens Club | 439 Dunsbury Way | 1,085 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheeky Chippy | 7 Middle Park Way | 91 yd | |
| Flame Grill | 7B Middle Park Way | 91 yd | |
| Hot Wok | 70 Botley Drive | 546 yd | |
| Curry Cottage | 68 Botley Drive | 549 yd | |
| Taste House | 78 Barncroft Way | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative | Cooperative Society 13 Middle Park Way | 150 yd | |
| Asda | ASDA | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Park Community School MIDDLE PARK WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 629 yd |
| Riders Federation Of Infants And Juniors RIDERS JUNIOR AND INFANT SCHOOL RIDERS JUNIOR AND INFANT SCHOOL KINGSCLERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 965 yd |
| Havant Rfc (Hooks Lane) HOOKS LANE GROUND CLUBHOUSE HOOKS LANE GROUND CLUBHOUSE FRASER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,052 yd |
| Bidbury Junior School BIDBURY FIRST AND MIDDLE SCHOOL BIDBURY FIRST AND MIDDLE SCHOOL FRASER ROAD | grass pitches | 1,059 yd |
| Havant Squash Club (Closed) Havant Rugby Club Havant Rugby Club Fraser Road | grass pitches, squash courts | 1,080 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 233.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.