2,183TOTAL POPULATION
1,054HOUSEHOLDS
3.6%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£31,720AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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PO41 POSTCODE REGION

Portsmouth (PO41)

The PO41 postcode area is located in the Portsmouth postcode town region, within the county of Isle of Wight, and contains a total of 170 individual postcodes.

There are 15 electoral wards in the PO41 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 Isle of Wight Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 22% of people in PO41 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 PO41 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


PO41 is an area postcode situated in the Portsmouth district, in Hampshire, England. It covers the suburbs of Fishborne, Gomer and Rookesbury Park, as well as the villages of Rookesbury, Hayling Island, Langstone, Eastney and Southwick.

Fishborne is a quaint yet vibrant village with many unique shops and places to eat. There are two local pubs, the Anchor Inn and The White Lion. Rookesbury Park is a large country estate with stunning views and historic buildings as well as picturesque walks. There are plenty of activities to take part in such as the countryside tours, guided walks, and garden tours that are popular amongst residents.

Gomer is an attractive suburban area with parks and nature reserves nearby. It is home to the renowned Thorngate Halls which provide a fantastic wedding venue and a range of conference facilities. It also has its own golf club.

Eastney is a small seaside village located on the south coast of England. It is home to both Eastney Beach and Eastney Marina which provide a range of activities from beachcombing to watersports. The bustling Southsea, with its Victorian architecture, is just a short bus ride away.

Hayling Island has a lot to offer too. For nature lovers, Sandy Point Nature Reserve and Hayling Island's Country Park lure in visitors. The beach provides the perfect backdrop for many activities from windsurfing to bird watching. There are plenty of places where one can take a stroll and get a taste of the island's varied culture.

Langstone is a traditional English village with characterful buildings. It hosts several pubs and cafes, and events such as the Sea Fare Weekend, a regular music festival, and a yearly bonfire night. Finally, Southwick is a popular village with plenty of amenities, including an RAF Museum, old customs houses and the Southwick Country Park.

ThePO41 postcode covers some wonderful and sought-after places to live. From stunning country estates to lively seaside villages and areas of natural beauty, this postcode offers a great combination of both bustling urban living as well as peace and quiet. There are so many fun activities and attractions to enjoy regardless of one's tastes and interests.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 93%WORKING
  • 7%UNEMPLOYED

7% of people in PO41 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 22%AB
  • 56%C2/C2
  • 22%DE

According to census records, 22% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 95%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

95% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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PO41Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight

The county of Isle of Wight

PO41 is located in the county of Isle of Wight, in England.

Isle of Wight has a total population of 139,800, making it the 46th largest county in the UK.

Isle of Wight has a total area of 150 square miles, and a population density of 367 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

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Outward CodePO41
Postal TownPortsmouth
MSOA NameIsle of Wight 012
LSOA NameIsle of Wight 012E
CountyIsle of Wight
RegionIsle of Wight
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityIsle of Wight
Area ClassificationMainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%)

PO41 Electoral Wards

The postal region of PO41, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Afton
Bouldnor
Cranmore
Easton
Freshwater
Hamstead
Newbridge
Ningwood
Ningwood Common
Norton
Norton Green
Shalfleet
Thorley
Thorley Street
Wellow
Yarmouth
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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