PO3 5AD is a safe, established residential area located 0.6km from Kingston in Portsmouth. Administratively it sits within Fratton ward and the Portsmouth South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 36) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PO3 5AD are sourced from Output Area E00086238 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PO3 5AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO3 5AD.
306
36
£ 44,800 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO3 5AD 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
PO3 5AD is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 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 PO3 5AD. The average age is 36.1. 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)
PO3 5AD has low crime rates — 35 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.
school Local Schools
Penbridge Junior School
Westover Primary School
Copnor Primary School
Langstone Infant School
Langstone Junior Academy
New Horizons Primary School
Manor Infant and Nursery School
The Portsmouth Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
38 nearby- Blooms And Balloons0.6 km
- Costcutter0.8 km
- Lloyds Chemist0.3 km
- McColls0.3 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- + 33 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Stag Hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Copnor Snooker Club0.6 km
- RAOB0.4 km
- The Jolly Taxpayer0.3 km
- The Druids Arms0.9 km
- The Pelham Arms0.8 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Beeny's Coffee0.5 km
- Harpers0.4 km
- Hellenic Aroma0.2 km
- Play Village Portsmouth Ltd.0.9 km
- A J's Catering0.9 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Copnor Grill0.2 km
- Golden Tree0.5 km
- New Britannia Fish And Chips0.6 km
- Sang Tong0.2 km
- Shake And Burger0.1 km
- + 18 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Portsmouth1.6 km
- Fratton1.7 km
- Hilsea2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Copnor Bridge0.0 km
- Copnor Bridge0.1 km
- Copnor Bridge0.1 km
- Copnor Bridge0.1 km
- Folkestone Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO35AD · Data under Open Government Licence