PO3 5BP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Larkhill Road, 0.3km from Hilsea in Portsmouth. Administratively it sits within Hilsea ward and the Portsmouth North constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents average 51 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £325k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO3 5BP are sourced from Output Area E00086309 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LARKHILL ROAD, PO3 5BP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LARKHILL ROAD, PO3 5BP.
203
51
£ 46,800 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO3 5BP represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
PO3 5BP is an established family neighbourhood — 67% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO3 5BP. The average age is 50.6. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 302,500
4 sales · Mean £ 294,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO3 5BP has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Gatcombe Park Primary School
Trafalgar School
UTC Portsmouth
Cliffdale Primary Academy
King's Academy Northern Parade (Junior)
King's Academy Northern Parade (Infant)
Mayfield School
King's Academy College Park (Infant)
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Casemates Rehearsal Studios0.7 km
- Airbus Portsmouth (Elior)0.9 km
- BAE - Broad Oak0.7 km
- Cafe 2 U0.8 km
- Cafe Mardin0.8 km
- + 11 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Victory Indoor Bowls Club0.7 km
- Alexandra Bowls And Social Club1.0 km
- Portsmouth Rugby Football Club0.3 km
- Broad Oak Sports And Social Club0.7 km
- Coach And Horses0.5 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Getir UK0.9 km
- Kitchenlabuk0.5 km
- M And R Fresh And Frozen Foods0.7 km
- Night Owl Food And Wines0.6 km
- Nisa Local0.6 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Bossmans Kitchen0.6 km
- Excell Fish Bar0.9 km
- Giorgio's Pizza0.5 km
- He Wei Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Ocean Swell0.4 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.2 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Lidl0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hilsea0.5 km
- Cosham1.5 km
- Portsmouth1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Hilsea Park0.1 km
- Hilsea Park0.1 km
- Green Farm Gardens0.2 km
- Copnor Road0.2 km
- Amberley Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PO35BP · Data under Open Government Licence