PO16 0AB is a well-regarded residential area on West Street, 0.8km from Fareham in Fareham. Administratively it sits within Fareham East ward and the Fareham constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO16, PO16 0AB offers a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 66% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 114 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for PO16 0AB are sourced from Output Area E00115497 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST STREET, PO16 0AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST STREET, PO16 0AB.
261
53
£ 48,700 /yr
41%
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
No single demographic signal dominates PO16 0AB — age 53, 66% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO16 0AB. The average age is 53.0. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PO16 0AB is above average at 114 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.
school Local Schools
Harrison Primary School
Redlands Primary School
Uplands Primary School
Fareham Academy
Wallisdean Junior School
Wallisdean Infant School
St Jude's Catholic Primary School
Cams Hill School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- The Golden Lion0.5 km
- The Cob And Pen0.8 km
- The Crown Public House0.3 km
- The Fareham0.2 km
- Castle In The Air0.5 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
58 nearby- Pattaya0.1 km
- Bowl Centre0.2 km
- Cackleberrys0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.3 km
- Grameen Spice0.3 km
- + 53 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Caribana Ltd0.4 km
- Domino'S Pizza0.3 km
- Canton Express0.3 km
- Karims0.7 km
- Umami Street Food0.4 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
34 nearby- Argos0.8 km
- Costcutter0.3 km
- Gosport Road Asda On The Move0.9 km
- Greggs0.1 km
- Hilbornes0.3 km
- + 29 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Red Lion Hotel0.4 km
- Lysses House Hotel0.6 km
- Roundabout Hotel0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco Superstore0.3 km
- Sainsbury'S0.8 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fareham0.8 km
- Portchester3.8 km
- Swanwick6.5 km
Bus Stops
- Shopping Centre0.1 km
- Bus Station0.1 km
- Bus Station0.1 km
- Bus Station0.1 km
- Bus Station0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PO160AB · Data under Open Government Licence