PO17 5DA is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Knowle in Whiteley. Administratively it sits within Southwick and Wickham ward and the Meon Valley constituency.
For families considering a move, PO17 5DA represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for PO17 5DA are sourced from Output Area E00167968 (shared with 30 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PO17 5DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO17 5DA.
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£ 56,000 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO17 5DA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. PO17 5DA's 61% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO17 5DA. The average age is 39.6. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PO17 5DA is moderate at 54 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.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Village Express0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fareham3.3 km
- Swanwick4.2 km
- Botley5.4 km
Bus Stops
- Mayles Corner0.1 km
- North Square0.1 km
- Mayles Corner0.1 km
- Knowle Entrance0.1 km
- Knowle Entrance0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PO175DA · Data under Open Government Licence