portsmouth PO8 Postcodes
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Portsmouth (PO8)
The PO8 postcode area is located in the Portsmouth postcode town region, within the county of Hampshire, and contains a total of 1029 individual postcodes.
There are 15 electoral wards in the PO8 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 East Hampshire Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 28% of people in PO8 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 PO8 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
The PO8 postcode is a postcode district of Portsmouth situated in Hampshire, England. It includes the areas of Cowplain, Hart Plain, Waterlooville, Blendworth, Clanfield, Hambledon, Langrish, Rowlands Castle and other villages.
The PO8 district is mainly residential, comprising terraced, semi-detached and detached houses, as well as having many retail and commercial areas. It also contains some well-known landmarks such as Queen Elizabeth Country Park and Cowplain Recreational Park.
The PO8 postcode is served by a variety of transport links, including the M27 motorway, A3M dual carriageway, and the A3 trunk road, which give excellent travel access to the region. The area also boasts regular bus and train services connecting to Portsmouth and London.
The PO8 postcode area is served by several schools located in the area, such as The Costello Technology College, Priory School, Oaklands Catholic School, and Purbrook Park School.
The PO8 district is also home to many businesses and large employers. Many of the local businesses are involved in the fields of IT/computing technology, engineering, tourism, automotive, and services.
The area provides local residents and visitors with a wealth of leisure activities including golf, sailing, fishing, theatre, and water sports.
The PO8 postcode is home to several historic locations, such as Cowplain, which dates back to the Saxon era, as well as historical man-made landmarks and monuments, such as the Sailors monument and Marker Trees, dating back to the 1800s.
The PO8 postcode is also home to many dog and animal welfare charities, which help provide services and assistance to the local pet community.
ThePO8 postcode area is a great place to live, with its multitude of services, attractions, and local networks. It offers a great travel infrastructure, as well as a variety of leisure and employment options, making it ideal for families, retirees, and professionals.
Demographics
Hampshire
PO8 is located in the county of Hampshire, in England.
Hampshire has a total population of 1,829,500, making it the 5th largest county in the UK.
Hampshire has a total area of 1455 square miles, and a population density of 485 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | PO8 |
| Postal Town | Portsmouth |
| MSOA Name | East Hampshire 016 |
| LSOA Name | East Hampshire 016A |
| County | Hampshire |
| Region | Hampshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | East Hampshire |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
PO8 Electoral Wards
The postal region of PO8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 28% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.