Postcode local report
PO2 8HW local report: crime, schools, demographics and planning in Portsmouth
LocaleIQ report for PO2 8HW: crime, schools, demographics, planning and local change, property prices with source dates, nearby context and links to broader area pages.
Short verdict for PO2 8HW
Generated 26 Apr 2026PO2 8HW sits in Nelson, Portsmouth. LocaleIQ rates current local change pressure as high change pressure (38/100). Roadworks are the strongest immediate disruption signal right now. Use this as a local report: the figures below are postcode, radius, small-area or district-level depending on source.
Key facts
Data says
Sources shown per section - snapshot 26 Apr 2026- LocaleIQ change-pressure score is 38/100 (High Change Pressure).
- Crime trend: Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. (-18% vs previous month).
- Census 2021 population density is 4,259 people per sq km.
- 12 state schools are within 1 mile; 12 have an inspection rating in LocaleIQ.
- 0 planning records are currently matched to the report radius.
- 16 roadworks or street-disruption records are matched nearby.
- 397 licensed HMO records are visible in the local housing context.
Planning and local change
Open planning tabUtility repair and maintenance works on Carriageway
Utility repair and maintenance works (Works planned) promoted by SOUTHERN WATER. Highway authority: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL. Traffic management: Road closure.
24 Jun 2026 - 26 Jun 2026 - 364 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Utility repair and maintenance works on Carriageway
Utility repair and maintenance works (Works planned) promoted by SOUTHERN WATER. Highway authority: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL. Traffic management: Road closure.
1 Jun 2026 - 9 Jun 2026 - 336 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Licensed HMO at 54 MONTAGUE ROAD PORTSMOUTH PO2 0NF
q20 for up to 7 residents.
2 Dec 2026 - 426 m - Portsmouth HMO Register
Utility repair and maintenance works on Carriageway
Utility repair and maintenance works (Works planned) promoted by SOUTHERN WATER. Highway authority: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL. Traffic management: Road closure.
24 Jun 2026 - 26 Jun 2026 - 429 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Utility repair and maintenance works on Carriageway
Utility repair and maintenance works (Works planned) promoted by SOUTHERN WATER. Highway authority: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL. Traffic management: Lane closure.
23 Jun 2026 - 13 Jul 2026 - 492 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Highway improvement works on Footway
Highway improvement works (Works planned) promoted by NWP STREET LTD (formerly New World Payphones Ltd). Highway authority: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL. Traffic management: Two-way signals.
7 May 2026 - 9 May 2026 - 290 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Utility asset works on Footway
Utility asset works (Works in progress) promoted by BT. Highway authority: PORTSMOUTH CITY COUNCIL. Traffic management: No carriageway incursion.
24 Apr 2026 - 27 Apr 2026 - 465 m - DfT Street Manager Open Data
Licensed HMO at 22 LABURNUM GROVE PORTSMOUTH PO2 0EP
licensed hmo for up to 4 residents.
1 Dec 2026 - 314 m - Portsmouth HMO Register
Nearby context for PO2 8HW
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Common questions about PO2 8HW
Is PO2 8HW a good area to live?
LocaleIQ scores current local change pressure as 38/100 (High Change Pressure). The report combines local records with wider official context, so treat the result as a decision aid rather than a single verdict.
What is crime like near PO2 8HW?
Crime trend is flat or improving month on month. Crime data can lag real events; check the Crime tab for source labels and proxy notes.
What schools are near PO2 8HW?
12 open state schools are matched within 1 mile. The Schools tab lists distance, phase and rating where available.
What demographics are available for PO2 8HW?
LocaleIQ matched PO2 8HW to a Census 2021 geography. Figures describe the surrounding statistical area, not individual households.