portsmouth PO22 Postcodes

Portsmouth (PO22)

The PO22 postcode area is located in the Portsmouth postcode town region, within the county of West Sussex, and contains a total of 1184 individual postcodes.

There are 22 electoral wards in the PO22 postcode area, including Bembridge, Bognor Regis, Chichester, Cowes, East Cowes, Emsworth, Fareham, Freshwater, Gosport, Havant, Hayling Island, Lee-On-The-Solent, Newport, Portsmouth, Rowland's Castle, Ryde, Sandown, Seaview, Shanklin, Southsea, Totland Bay, Ventnor, Waterlooville, Yarmouth which come under the local authority of the Arun Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 19% of people in PO22 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of PO22 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The PO22 postcode is located in the Portsmouth area of south east Hampshire, England. This postcode covers a wide area of the city, stretching from the town centre to inland villages. It includes the main towns of South Hayling, Emsworth and Bedhampton, as well as several villages and small settlements.

The area of PO22 is largely residential, with much of the housing being older and semi-detached. There are numerous shops and commercial areas, as well as few smaller industrial estates. The largest employment sector in the postcode area is healthcare, with Queen Alexandra Hospital and St. Mary's NHS Treatment Centre located nearby.

Public transport in the area includes several bus routes, with a main service running directly from the town centre of Portsmouth to South Hayling. Additionally, there are several taxi services that can be accessed throughout the PO22 postcode.

The area is home to many recreational facilities including a beach at South Hayling, an outdoor pool operated by Portsmouth City Council, a golf course at Blue Lagoon, several parks, and a nature reserve. There is also a leisure marine centre at Emsworth.

PO22 is home to several educational facilities, including Emsworth Primary School, South Hayling Nursery, Hayling College, Bedhampton Primary School and Mill Chase Community Special School.

The area also has numerous amenities and services including doctors' surgeries, supermarkets, banks, churches, libraries and a post office. There is a vibrant music and arts scene in the area, with several leading music venues, art galleries, museums and theatres.

PO22 postcode is a well-connected area, with a wide variety of amenities, recreational facilities, and educational institutions. Residents benefit from a strong sense of community and a diverse range of cultural activities.

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