PO6 1BW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Farlington in Waterlooville. Administratively it sits within Purbrook ward and the Havant constituency.
For families considering a move, PO6 1BW represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 62% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PO6 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00116610 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PO6 1BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO6 1BW.
255
41
£ 44,600 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO6 1BW 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
PO6 1BW is an established family neighbourhood — 62% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 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 PO6 1BW. The average age is 41.1. 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)
PO6 1BW 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
Morelands Primary School
Solent Infant School
Riverside Community Special School
Solent Junior School
Purbrook Park School
Crookhorn College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Tesco Farlington Express0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Sunshine Inn0.7 km
- Nineteen @ Portsmouth Golf Course0.7 km
- The Centurion0.8 km
- The Centurion0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Pearl Of The Orient0.7 km
- Plaice on the Hill0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Church of the Good Shepherd Hub0.8 km
- Crookhorn Tandoori0.9 km
- Yard Pizza0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bedhampton2.0 km
- Havant3.0 km
- Cosham3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Portsmouth Golf Course0.5 km
- Portsmouth Golf Course0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PO61BW · Data under Open Government Licence