portsmouth PO11 Postcodes

Portsmouth (PO11)

The PO11 postcode area is located in the Portsmouth postcode town region, within the county of Hampshire, and contains a total of 639 individual postcodes.

There are 18 electoral wards in the PO11 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 Havant Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 28% of people in PO11 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 PO11 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

PO11 is a postcode district located in the Portsmouth district in the UK. It lies within the Cosham and Drayton areas of the city of Portsmouth and is bordered by the PO1 to PO10 postcode districts. PO11 is mainly residential, with some commercial areas located in Drayton.

Cosham is the busiest part of PO11 which features a number of shops, restaurants and other amenities, such as a leisure centre and library. On the northern edge of Cosham, there is the Queen Alexandra Hospital, a general hospital which serves the south east Hampshire region. The PO11 postcode district also includes Fort Purbrook, a former military site reopened for the general public to explore in 2019, which includes a range of historical landmarks.

PO12, which lies to the south of PO1, is a largely rural area, separated by the A27 motorway, which also marks the border with PO13. The rural scenery of PO12 consists of agricultural land and woodland, with the Southwick Country Park in the area.

The PO11 postcode district also inlcudes the Peterashne Industrial Estate, located on the north western edge of the PO11 district. The estate is home to a number of businesses, and is the main economic hub of the district, with a large number of people employed in and around the estate.

The coastline of PO11 forms a part of the Solent area, which includes the nearby beach towns of Hayling Island, Southsea and Hilsea. The area is an important destination for many tourists who visit Portsmouth each year, offering a variety of water sports and activities.

The city of Portsmouth and its neighbouring areas form an important part of the PO11 postcode district. It is regularly the main destination for commuters from around the Solent area, and is the home of some of the country's most prestigious universities and research institutions, such as the University of Portsmouth. There are a number of well-regarded schools in the PO11 postcode district, such as Robert May's School and Purbrook Park School.

ThePO11 postcode district is a vibrant area packed with amenities and attractions, from university facilities to a rich history, stunning scenery and great recreational opportunities. It has something to offer visitors, commuters, and residents alike.

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