portsmouth PO18 Postcodes

Portsmouth (PO18)

The PO18 postcode area is located in the Portsmouth postcode town region, within the county of West Sussex, and contains a total of 790 individual postcodes.

There are 90 electoral wards in the PO18 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 Chichester Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 32% of people in PO18 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 PO18 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

PO18 postcode is a geographic area covering the suburbs of Portsmouth in the South-East of England. It includes four distinct areas – north, south, east and west – which are each dressed in their own unique identities.

In the north, the postcode encompasses North Baffins, Farlington, and Copnor. The industrial area of North Baffins has seen a number of new housing developments in recent years, but still retains much of its traditional character. Farlington is situated in the west of the area, and comprises of a mix of residential, commercial and industrial properties. Copnor, also in the north, is a bustling suburban area full of shops, businesses, pubs and eateries.

The southern area of PO18 encompasses two prominent neighbourhoods. Bedhampton is a residential area close to the coast that is often overlooked due to its proximity to the nearby city of Portsmouth. Hilsea is another popular area, featuring a central shopping complex and connections to the A3(M) motorway.

The eastern part includes two distinct suburbs: Paulsgrove and Cosham. Paulsgrove is a relatively new urban settlement, but Cosham is an area that dates back to the 16th century. Both are residential areas, but there are many amenities and services available for people that live there.

Finally,PO18 covers the western parts of Portsmouth such as Drayton, Tangier, and Wymering. Drayton is a well-established suburb offering good transport links, and Tangier and Wymering are residential suburbs with good access to leisure facilities, such as Cosham Park.

PO18 is part of the larger Portsmouth district, and is home to a diverse range of people and landscapes. It offers close proximity to the city of Portsmouth and other neighbouring towns, and features a variety of amenities and services that cater to a wide range of lifestyles.

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