Wakefords Way is in Havant and in Havant district. PO9 5JP is located in the Leigh Park Central & West Leigh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Havant. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wakefords Way, Havant, PO9 5JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO9 5JY, PO9 5JX, PO9 5JZ, PO9 5JN, PO9 5NL, PO9 5JR, PO9 5NN, PO9 5LJ, PO9 5LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO9 5JP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 50.5% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51% | 49.5% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 5JP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.2% 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 | 35.3% | 42.2% | 6.9% | 37.9% | 4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.1% | 39% | 1.9% | 44.2% | -5.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 4.7% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 16.2% | 9.4% | -6.8% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 4.7% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 45.7% | 42.7% | -3.0% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 34.4% | 33.6% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 14.4% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 7.5% | 3.1% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.9% | 20.4% | -10.5% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 15.4% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.2% | 20% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 6.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 15% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 11% | 21.8% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 6.6% | 3.6% | -3.0% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.5% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 95.9% | 96.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 96% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.5% | 76.7% | -6.2% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 27.4% | 13.5% | 13.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.4% | 37.2% | 26.2% |
| Christian | 30.2% | 46.2% | -16.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wakefords Way was 118.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.6% higher than the Rowlands Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wakefords Way has the 11th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Rowlands Castle and the 48th highest crime rate of 412 local areas in East Hampshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Wakefords Way, Havant, Hampshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £116,000 | 2024-12-19 | £112,000 |
| 36 Wakefords Way, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-01-03 | £244,116 |
| 24 Wakefords Way, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £266,000 | 2021-05-28 | £289,489 |
| 34 Wakefords Way, Havant, Hampshire Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2021-04-22 | £251,463 |
| 44 Wakefords Way, Havant, Hampshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2020-08-14 | £233,656 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sharps Copse Primary and Nursery School Prospect Lane , PO9 5PE | 3out of 4 | 745 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Front Lawn Primary Academy Broadmere Avenue , Leigh Park PO9 5HX | 3out of 4 | 818 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rowlands Castle St John's Church of England Controlled Primary School Whichers Gate Road , PO9 6BB | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Alban's Church of England Aided Primary School St Alban's Road , West Leigh PO9 2JX | 4out of 4 | 1,570 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riders Junior School Kingsclere Avenue , Leigh Park PO9 4RY | 3out of 4 | 1,619 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Havant Academy Wakefords Way , PO9 5JD | 3out of 4 | 215 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community School Middle Park Way , Leigh Park PO9 4BU | 3out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warblington School Southleigh Road , PO9 2RR | 3out of 4 | 2,688 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oaklands Catholic School Stakes Hill Road , PO7 7BW | 3out of 4 | 3,849 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crookhorn College Stakes Hill Road , PO7 5UD | 3out of 4 | 4,178 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 | 4,073 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prospect School Freeley Road , PO9 4AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,280 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Releasing Potential School 7 Kingscroft Court , Ridgway PO9 1LS | - not rated | 3,563 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glenwood School Washington Road , PO10 7NN | 2out of 4 | 3,720 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Waterloo School Warfield Avenue , PO7 7JJ | 3out of 4 | 4,357 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Special School Scratchface Lane , Purbrook PO7 5QD | 4out of 4 | 4,361 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staunton Country Park Cafe | Sir George Staunton Country Park | 471 yd | |
| Tearooms at the Coach House | Sir George Staunton Country Park | 471 yd | |
| Widbrook United | Pavillion | 744 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harvester | 1 Whichers Gate Road, Rowland's Castle, PO9 6BB | 988 yd | |
| The Westleigh | Havant and Waterlooville Football Club | 1,047 yd | |
| Leigh Park Bowling Club | Pavilion | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Treasure House | 5 Baybridge Road | 445 yd | |
| Havant & Waterlooville FC - Burger Hut 1 | Havant Town Football Club | 1,047 yd | |
| Havant & Waterlooville FC - Burger Hut 2 | Havant and Waterlooville Football Club | 1,047 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 1 Worldham Road | 422 yd | |
| Family Shopper | 71 Forestside Avenue | 505 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Havant Academy WAKEFORDS WAY | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 227 yd |
| Sharps Copse Primary School PROSPECT LANE | grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Bartons Green Wakefords Way | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Westleigh Park MARTIN ROAD | grass pitches | 978 yd |
| Front Lawn PAVILION PAVILION SOMBORNE DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,079 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 | 35.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 128.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.