Postcode Analysis Fareham, South East

PLACE HOUSE CLOSE, PO15 5BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLACE HOUSE CLOSE, PO15 5BH.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 55,900 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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5/10
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8/10
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5/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. PO15 5BH's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £360k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £360k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 29.0% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PO15 5BH is a sought-after residential area on Place House Close, 0.2km from Heathfield in Fareham. Administratively it sits within Fareham West ward and the Fareham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO15, PO15 5BH offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £360k, up 29.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for PO15 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00115584 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO15 5BH. The average age is 50.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

£ 385,000

6 sales · Mean £ 385,833

Terraced

£ 337,500

2 sales · Mean £ 337,500

Semi-Detached

£ 270,875

10 sales · Mean £ 258,345

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PO15 5BH has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences40
Shoplifting8
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft3
Public order3

school Local Schools

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Ranvilles Junior School

Good241 pupils0.6 km
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Ranvilles Infant School

Outstanding167 pupils0.6 km
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Heathfield Special School

Good133 pupils0.6 km
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St Francis Special School

Good105 pupils0.6 km
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The Henry Cort Community College

Good809 pupils0.8 km
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St Columba CE Primary School

Inadequate102 pupils0.9 km
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St Jude's Catholic Primary School

Good210 pupils1.2 km
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Titchfield Primary School

Good197 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Cozee Cafe0.7 km
  • Highlands Tandoori0.9 km
  • Stewarts1.0 km
  • Titchfield Mill1.0 km
  • Fareham Hockey Club0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op0.8 km
  • The Co- Operative Group0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Ali'S Grill1.0 km
  • Little Kitchen0.7 km
  • The Plaice1.0 km
  • Whody; A Burger; Outfry Chicken; Wings & Shake0.9 km
  • August Moon Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Hampshire Food Revolution Cic0.8 km
  • One Stop0.7 km
  • Highland Convenience Store0.9 km
  • Richards Newsagents0.7 km
  • Daves Family Butchers0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Fishermans Rest0.9 km
  • Oast And Squire0.6 km
  • The Heathfield Arms0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Fareham1.8 km
  • Swanwick4.1 km
  • Portchester6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Catsfield Road0.1 km
  • Catisfield Road0.2 km
  • Greyfriars Road0.2 km
  • Greyfriars Road0.2 km
  • Highlands Road0.3 km