portsmouth PO15 Postcodes
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Portsmouth (PO15)
The PO15 postcode area is located in the Portsmouth postcode town region, within the county of Hampshire, and contains a total of 855 individual postcodes.
There are 9 electoral wards in the PO15 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 Fareham Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 30% of people in PO15 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 PO15 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 PO15 postcode is a postcode district located in the Portsmouth area of the United Kingdom. It is in the south eastern region of the country and falls under the administration of the county of Hampshire.
The PO15 postcode district covers the areas of Fareham and Locks Heath in the north, Titchfield and Warsash in the east, Whiteley in the southwest, and Portchester in the west.It includes the towns of Fareham, Locks Heath, Portchester, Titchfield and Warsash. Its borders stretch from Portchester on the west, up to Wickham on the north, to Titchfield on the east and down to Whiteley in the south.
The PO15 postcode district is home to many diverse businesses, such as local independent businesses, larger trade businesses, and national and multi-nationals alike. There are also numerous industrial facilities located throughout the postcode district.
The area is served by local secondary schools and colleges, and a further education college. With newsagents, supermarkets, pubs, and local amenities, the PO15 postcode district is a great place to live and work.
The area is well connected by road and rail links with Portsmouth, Southampton and other locations in Hampshire, with Southampton Airport located close by. Major roads in the district, such as the M27, A32, and A27 ensure good transport connections to the major cities. Furthermore, the area is served by regular bus and Train services connecting the PO15 postcode district with other parts of Hampshire and beyond.
The PO15 postcode district is also home to some of the biggest and best shopping centres in the country, with Fareham Shopping Centre located in Fareham, Port Solent located in Portchester, and Whiteley Shopping Centre located in Whiteley.
Finally, Portsmouth Harbour is located in the PO15 postcode district and is Britain's biggest Naval Base. Portsmouth Harbour is a deep water harbour and has been used since Medieval times. It is now home to the Royal Navy and many other organisations, and is a major contributor to the local economy.
Demographics
Hampshire
PO15 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 | PO15 |
| Postal Town | Portsmouth |
| MSOA Name | Fareham 004 |
| LSOA Name | Fareham 004D |
| County | Hampshire |
| Region | Hampshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Fareham |
| Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
PO15 Electoral Wards
The postal region of PO15, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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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'.
Chris H
Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 30% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.