Postcode Analysis Portsmouth, South East

RECTORY AVENUE, PO6 1AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RECTORY AVENUE, PO6 1AL.

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Population

300

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 54,000 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO6 1AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PO6 1AL combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£445k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 19.9% year-on-year.

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

PO6 1AL is a sought-after residential area on Rectory Avenue, 0.6km from Farlington in Portsmouth. Administratively it sits within Drayton and Farlington ward and the Portsmouth North constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO6, PO6 1AL offers an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 78% 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 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k, up 19.9% 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 PO6 1AL are sourced from Output Area E00165832 (shared with 6 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 PO6 1AL. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British86.8%
Asian / British Asian7.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed4.4%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 399,000

13 sales · Mean £ 393,361

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

PO6 1AL has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences41
Vehicle crime10
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Solent Infant School

Good261 pupils0.8 km
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Morelands Primary School

Good328 pupils1.1 km
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Solent Junior School

Good361 pupils1.2 km
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Riverside Community Special School

Outstanding127 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Candy Wise0.8 km
  • Tesco Farlington Express0.6 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Sunshine Inn0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Pearl Of The Orient0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bedhampton2.0 km
  • Havant3.0 km
  • Cosham3.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Rectory Avenue0.1 km
  • Rectory Avenue0.2 km
  • St Andrews Church0.3 km
  • St Andrews Church0.3 km