PO2 0BU is a mixed residential area on Drayton Road, 0.6km from North End in Portsmouth. Administratively it sits within Nelson ward and the Portsmouth North constituency.
For families considering a move, PO2 0BU represents a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 66 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £200k, up 20.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PO2 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00086401 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DRAYTON ROAD, PO2 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DRAYTON ROAD, PO2 0BU.
299
36
£ 49,300 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. PO2 0BU's 60% ownership and 36-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 20.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO2 0BU. The average age is 36.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 179,497
18 sales · Mean £ 184,694
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PO2 0BU is moderate at 66 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
Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School
King's Academy College Park (Junior)
New Horizons Primary School
King's Academy College Park (Infant)
Stamshaw Infant Academy
Mayfield School
The Flying Bull Academy
Copnor Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
47 nearby- The Wonderful Eat0.9 km
- Bento Box0.6 km
- Cheeky Chicken0.3 km
- Copnor Takeaway0.8 km
- Corner Chippy0.9 km
- + 42 more
Retailers - Other
58 nearby- 3S Convenience Store0.6 km
- Bargain Buys0.3 km
- Beceries0.8 km
- Chichester Stores0.6 km
- City Pharmacy0.2 km
- + 53 more
Pub, NightClub
30 nearby- Derby Tavern0.5 km
- Lord Chichester0.5 km
- Mother Shipton0.7 km
- Sir John Baker0.3 km
- Thatchers0.2 km
- + 25 more
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Blue Cobra0.2 km
- Cafe Connect0.6 km
- Copnor Methodist Church - Wesley Rooms Coffee Bar0.8 km
- Gulshan Indian Food0.2 km
- Nut Cafe0.3 km
- + 31 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Lidl0.3 km
- Portsmouth Arena Supermarket0.2 km
- Iceland0.2 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
- M A Foods0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Stag Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Portsmouth0.5 km
- Hilsea1.8 km
- Portsmouth & Southsea2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Balfour Road0.2 km
- Balfour Road0.2 km
- North End Junction0.2 km
- North End Junction0.2 km
- North End Junction0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO20BU · Data under Open Government Licence