PO6 1AT is a sought-after residential area on Old Rectory Road, 0.3km 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 1AT offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £335k, up 5.7% 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 1AT are sourced from Output Area E00086171 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD RECTORY ROAD, PO6 1AT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD RECTORY ROAD, PO6 1AT.
232
44
£ 54,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO6 1AT 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. PO6 1AT's low deprivation rank, 74% ownership, and £335k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 5.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO6 1AT. The average age is 44.2. 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 highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 307,500
10 sales · Mean £ 301,275
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO6 1AT has low crime rates — 16 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.
school Local Schools
Solent Infant School
Solent Junior School
Morelands Primary School
Springfield School
Purbrook Park School
Riverside Community Special School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Candy Wise0.6 km
- Manic Bounce0.9 km
- Solent Seafood Limited1.0 km
- Tesco Farlington Express0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Sunshine Inn0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Portsmouth School Of Gymnastics0.9 km
- Solo Snacks0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Pearl Of The Orient0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedhampton2.3 km
- Cosham2.9 km
- Hilsea3.1 km
Bus Stops
- St Andrews Church0.1 km
- St Andrews Church0.2 km
- Sunshine Inn0.2 km
- Sunshine Inn0.2 km
- First Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PO61AT · Data under Open Government Licence