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Central Southsea

About

Central Southsea is a residential and commercial area located in the southern part of Portsmouth. The ward includes a mix of Victorian and Edwardian terraced houses, along with modern apartment buildings. It is bordered by Palmerston Road to the north and Southsea seafront to the south, offering easy access to green spaces and the coast.

The area features a range of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, particularly along Albert Road and Osborne Road. Southsea Common, a large open space, hosts events and provides leisure opportunities. Public transport links connect Central Southsea to the rest of Portsmouth, making it a convenient location for commuters. The ward has a mix of long-term residents and students due to its proximity to the University of Portsmouth.

Area overview

On average Central Southsea has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 80 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Central Southsea is £46,147 per year. There are 4 schools in Central Southsea: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

3/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Central Southsea Population

15,987

Population density

15,524.4 per km²

Demographics

British

11,380

71.18%

Other White

1,582

9.89%

Bangladeshi

574

3.59%

African

465

2.91%

Other Asian

275

1.72%

Total population: 15,988

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

2,665

42.02%

Owns with a mortgage

1,630

25.7%

Owns outright

1,378

21.73%

Other social rented

349

5.5%

Other forms of private rent

192

3.03%

Total households: 6,342

Property prices in Central Southsea

Based on 218 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Central Southsea area, with individual transactions ranging from £58,000 up to £765,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Central Southsea over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	27	£145,000	£74,500	£118,500	£169,000	£196,400
Semi-Detached	7	£450,000	£283,400	£398,750	£595,000	£742,500
Terraced	184	£270,000	£190,000	£231,000	£322,000	£404,125

10 years median price trend in Central Southsea

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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