PO11 0DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on The Gorseway, 0.9km from West Town in South Hayling. Administratively it sits within Hayling West ward and the Havant constituency.
For serious buyers, PO11 0DR is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents here average 71 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £525k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PO11 0DR are sourced from Output Area E00116595 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE GORSEWAY, PO11 0DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE GORSEWAY, PO11 0DR.
240
71
£ 37,700 /yr
18%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
PO11 0DR is a settled retirement community — average age 71, 88% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £525k reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO11 0DR. The average age is 70.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 567,500
2 sales · Mean £ 567,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO11 0DR has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Mengham Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- The People's Kitchen0.5 km
- Ice Cream Parlour0.9 km
- Sea View Fish Bar0.9 km
- T @ The Park Cafe / Hayling Island Community Centre0.6 km
- Carousel Cafe0.9 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Barley Mow0.9 km
- SPF Caterers @ Hayling Golf Club0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Charlies Do-Nut Bar0.9 km
- Wokswagon0.8 km
- Diane's Diner0.9 km
- Kebab Pizza Planet0.8 km
- Whistlers - Fine Fish & Chips0.7 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Lloyds Chemists0.8 km
- CLAPPS NEWS0.7 km
- Hayling Island Cricket Club0.6 km
- Rock On0.9 km
- Stanleys Butchers0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fratton5.3 km
- Hilsea6.1 km
- Portsmouth & Southsea6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Bacon Lane0.2 km
- Bacon Lane0.2 km
- Staunton Avenue0.3 km
- St Thomas Avenue0.3 km
- St Thomas Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PO110DR · Data under Open Government Licence