Area Guide – Portsmouth (PO)

Living in Portsmouth (PO)

Crime levels in Portsmouth (PO) are above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, strong local rail connectivity, recent local sales data is available, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Portsmouth (PO)

Is Portsmouth (PO) a good place to live?

Portsmouth (PO) has crime levels above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and strong rail connectivity.

Are there good schools in Portsmouth (PO)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 10 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Portsmouth (PO)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

bar_chart Key Indicators

shield Crime Above England average (105 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 10 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
Charles Dickens Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.2 mi
Charles Dickens Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.2 mi
Ark Dickens Primary Academy	Primary	Good	0.2 mi
Charles Dickens Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.2 mi
Flying Bull Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Flying Bull Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
The Flying Bull Academy	Primary	Good	0.4 mi
Flying Bull Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Arundel Court Primary Academy and Nursery	Primary	Good	0.4 mi
Arundel Court Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Arundel Court Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
Arundel Court Primary School and Nursery	Primary	Not rated	0.4 mi
St John's Cathedral Catholic Primary School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
St Edmund's Catholic School	Secondary	Outstanding	0.5 mi
Manor Infant and Nursery School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
City of Portsmouth Girls' School	Secondary	Not rated	0.5 mi
The Portsmouth Academy	Secondary	Good	0.5 mi
Ark Charter Academy	Secondary	Not rated	0.7 mi
St Luke's CofE VA Secondary School	Secondary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Isambard Brunel Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
New Horizons Primary School	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
Meredith Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Froddington Park Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Somersgrove Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Somers Park Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.7 mi
Ark Ayrton Primary Academy	Primary	Good	0.7 mi
Penbridge Infant School & Nursery	Primary	Good	0.8 mi
Penhale Infant School & Nursery	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
Newbridge Junior School	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
Penbridge Junior School	Primary	Good	0.8 mi

directions_railway Transport Strong rail connectivity with 5 stations within 2 miles

Station	Distance
Portsmouth & Southsea Rail Station	0.5 mi
Fratton Rail Station	0.9 mi
Portsmouth Harbour Rail Station	1.1 mi
Southsea Hoverport	1.5 mi
Hilsea Rail Station	2.0 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 6.7 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

payments House prices Median sold price (12 mo): £292,500 across 4,538 sales

local_hospital Healthcare 40 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
THE UNICITY MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
LAKE ROAD HEALTH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
ISLAND CITY PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
LAKE ROAD HEALTH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
RRU PORTSMOUTH	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
PORTSDOWN GROUP PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
KINGSTON CRESCENT - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
KINGSTON CRESCENT - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
KINGSTON CRESCENT SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
SEH CHILDRENS NURSE SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
F&G CHILDRENS NURSE SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
DIRECTED ENHANCED SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
PORTSMOUTH COMBINED MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
DR ROBINSON & PARTNERS	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
LALYS PHARMACY	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
THE LIGHTHOUSE GROUP PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
SOUTHSEA MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
SOUTHSEA MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
DERBY ROAD GROUP PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
JOHN POUNDS SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
SOMERS TOWN HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
EXCELLENT MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
KIRKLANDS SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
NELSON MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
PORTSMOUTH MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
BAFFINS SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
HEYWARD ROAD SURGERY & PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
MILTON PARK SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
ST MARY'S NHS TREATMENT CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
EAST SHORE PARTNERSHIP	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
BOBAT PHARMACY	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
TRAFALGAR MEDICAL GROUP PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
COPNOR ROAD SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
CRANESWATER GROUP PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
WATERSIDE MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
SALISBURY ROAD SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
DEVONSHIRE AVENUE SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
EASTNEY HEALTH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
TMGP EASTNEY BRANCH	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
EASTNEY HEALTH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
QUEEN ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	3.2 mi