Lynch Close is in Havant and in Havant district. PO9 5FE is located in the Havant St Faith's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 2017-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lynch Close, Havant, PO9 5FE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO9 5FF, PO9 5FD, PO9 5NA, PO9 5QD, PO9 5QB, PO9 5QT, PO9 5QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO9 5FE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.1% 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 | 49.4% | 49.9% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -1.1% |
| Male | 50.6% | 50.1% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 1.1% |
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 5FE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46% 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 | 20.9% | 46% | 25.1% | 37.9% | 8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 44.9% | -15.2% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.5% | 3.8% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -5.3% |
| Widowed | 11% | 2.1% | -8.9% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (92.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.1% | 60.3% | 7.2% | 48.4% | 11.9% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 31.9% | -4.4% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 5.9% | -1.9% | 12.7% | -6.8% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 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 | 14.3% | 10% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 3.5% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 19% | 8.4% | 13.4% | 5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 28.4% | 17.0% | 16.9% | 11.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 46.5% | 32.9% | -13.6% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.1% | 95.1% | -4.0% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 94.1% | 92.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 92.2% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 0% | -6.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 34.5% | 46.2% | -11.7% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lynch Close was 89.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.0% lower than the Bedhampton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lynch Close has the 33rd highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Bedhampton and the 107th highest crime rate of 360 local areas in Havant .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Lynch Close, Havant, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2024-11-27 | £336,050 |
| 5 Lynch Close, Havant, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-08-22 | £341,455 |
| 3 Lynch Close, Havant, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-07-15 | £332,274 |
| 1 Lynch Close, Havant, Hampshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £310,000 | 2018-06-29 | £392,380 |
| 2 Lynch Close, Havant, Hampshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £320,000 | 2018-06-29 | £405,038 |
PO9 5FE 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 | 148 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharps Copse Infant School Prospect Lane , West Leigh PO9 5PE | - not rated | 542 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharps Copse Junior School Prospect Lane , Leigh Park PO9 5PE | - not rated | 542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School Prospect Lane , PO9 5PE | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Church of England Aided Primary School St Alban's Road , West Leigh PO9 2JX | 3out of 4 | 958 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Front Lawn Infant School Broadmere Avenue , PO9 5HX | - not rated | 1,297 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emsworth Middle School Victoria Road , PO10 7LX | - not rated | 2,150 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park House Middle School Sparsholt Close , Leigh Park PO9 4AP | - not rated | 3,367 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Morelands Middle School Crookhorn Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QL | - not rated | 5,361 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staunton Community Sports College Wakefords Way , PO9 5JD | - not rated | 1,313 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant Academy Wakefords Way , PO9 5JD | - not rated | 1,313 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Warblington School Southleigh Road , PO9 2RR | 2out of 4 | 1,716 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 2,944 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bourne Community College Park Road , Southbourne PO10 8PJ | 3out of 4 | 4,181 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havant College New Road , PO9 1QL | - not rated | 2,162 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Havant and South Downs College College Road , PO7 8AA | - not rated | 4,497 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenhurst School 16 Beechworth Road , PO9 1AX | - not rated | 2,072 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Washington Road , PO10 7NN | 3out of 4 | 2,464 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Solent Education Trust 106 Park Lane , Bedhampton PO9 3HN | - not rated | 2,836 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | - not rated | 3,156 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Releasing Potential School 7 Kingscroft Court , Ridgway PO9 1LS | - not rated | 3,239 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dobbies | Garden Centre | 156 yd | |
| Widbrook United | Pavillion | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Westleigh | Havant and Waterlooville Football Club | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure House | 5 Baybridge Road | 711 yd | |
| Panda Express | 68 St Albans Road | 926 yd | |
| Havant & Waterlooville FC - Burger Hut 1 | Havant Town Football Club | 971 yd | |
| Havant & Waterlooville FC - Burger Hut 2 | Havant and Waterlooville Football Club | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome Denvilles | 40 Snowberry Crescent | 687 yd | |
| Spar | 1 Worldham Road | 819 yd | |
| Family Shopper | 71 Forestside Avenue | 901 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative | 55 St Albans Road | 989 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bartons Green Wakefords Way | grass pitches | 455 yd |
| Sharps Copse Primary School PROSPECT LANE | grass pitches | 544 yd |
| My Fitness Hub NEW LANE | health and fitness suite | 849 yd |
| Westleigh Park MARTIN ROAD | grass pitches | 917 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 53.46 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 53.46 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.