PO8 0DH is a sought-after residential area on Derwent Close, 0.6km from Catherington Hill in Horndean. Administratively it sits within Horndean Downs ward and the Meon Valley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO8, PO8 0DH offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £400k, down 13.6% 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 PO8 0DH are sourced from Output Area E00114930 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DERWENT CLOSE, PO8 0DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DERWENT CLOSE, PO8 0DH.
342
45
£ 56,400 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO8 0DH 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.
Area Character
PO8 0DH is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £400k, 94% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 13.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO8 0DH. The average age is 45.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 228,750
4 sales · Mean £ 241,248
Detached
£ 338,750
14 sales · Mean £ 348,464
Semi-Detached
£ 310,000
1 sales · Mean £ 310,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
PO8 0DH has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Petersgate Infant School
Catherington Church of England Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Budgens0.8 km
- N Hadwen Greengrocers0.7 km
- Ron Reeve Ltd0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Chandlers0.7 km
- Mela Restaurant0.7 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Happy Chef0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Farmer Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rowlands Castle5.2 km
- Bedhampton8.5 km
- Havant8.5 km
Bus Stops
- Eskdale Close0.1 km
- Draycote Road0.3 km
- St Michaels Way0.4 km
- St Michaels Way0.4 km
- Viking Way0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PO80DH · Data under Open Government Licence