Postcode Analysis Fareham, South East

NICHOLAS CRESCENT, PO15 5AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NICHOLAS CRESCENT, PO15 5AL.

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Population

320

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 57,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO15 5AL 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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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. PO15 5AL's low deprivation rank, 92% ownership, and £390k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £390k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

PO15 5AL is a sought-after residential area on Nicholas Crescent, 0.8km from Fareham in Fareham. Administratively it sits within Fareham North ward and the Fareham constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO15, PO15 5AL offers a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 92% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £390k. 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 PO15 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00115520 (shared with 9 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 PO15 5AL. The average age is 50.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 355,000

2 sales · Mean £ 355,000

Semi-Detached

£ 290,000

1 sales · Mean £ 290,000

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

PO15 5AL has low crime rates — 14 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.

Violence and sexual offences39
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson7
Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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St Jude's Catholic Primary School

Good210 pupils0.7 km
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Uplands Primary School

Good314 pupils0.7 km
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Wallisdean Infant School

Outstanding155 pupils0.9 km
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Wallisdean Junior School

Good217 pupils0.9 km
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Orchard Lea Infant School

Good174 pupils0.9 km
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Orchard Lea Junior School

Good214 pupils0.9 km
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Harrison Primary School

Outstanding626 pupils1.2 km
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Fareham Academy

Good854 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Cozee Cafe0.8 km
  • Highlands Tandoori0.8 km
  • The Makers House0.6 km
  • Coco'S Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • Fareham College0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Op0.9 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

10 nearby
  • Ali'S Grill0.8 km
  • Caribana Ltd0.9 km
  • Little Kitchen0.7 km
  • The Plaice0.9 km
  • Umami Street Food1.0 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Cost Cutters0.5 km
  • Highland Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Richards Newsagents0.7 km
  • Spar0.9 km
  • Best-One Redland Store0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Jolly Miller0.5 km
  • Hill Park Memorial Working Mens Club0.9 km
  • The Heathfield Arms0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travel Rest Solent Gateway0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Fareham0.6 km
  • Portchester5.1 km
  • Swanwick5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Oak Road0.2 km
  • Blackbrook Road0.2 km
  • Blackbrook Road0.2 km
  • Oak Road0.2 km
  • Margarita Road0.4 km