Charles Dickens Ward is located in the southern part of Portsmouth, near the city center. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced houses and modern apartment buildings. It is named after the famous author, who was born in Portsmouth, and features landmarks like the Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum. The ward includes commercial spaces along its main roads, offering local shops and services.
The ward is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking it to other parts of the city. Green spaces like Victoria Park provide recreational areas for residents. The area has a mix of long-term residents and students, due to its proximity to the University of Portsmouth. Charles Dickens Ward maintains a balance between urban convenience and quieter residential living.
On average Charles Dickens has very high deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 257 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 54.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Charles Dickens is £32,417 per year. There are 8 schools in Charles Dickens: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 48 recent sales, the median property price is £175,000 in Charles Dickens area, with individual transactions ranging from £66,500 up to £330,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | 28 | £146,250 |
| Terraced | 20 | £215,000 |
10 years price trend in Charles Dickens
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Charles Dickens Street
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White Swan Road
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Beck Street
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St Georges Square
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Rosemary Lane
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Admiralty Road
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The Hard
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Commercial Place
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Landport
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Seymour Close
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Prince's Street
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Portsea
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Portsea
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Bonfire Corner
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Victoria Street
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Victoria Street
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Somers Road North
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Cumberland Road
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Church Road
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Portsea
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Guildhall Walk
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Portsea
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Common Street
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Berkshire Close
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Portsea
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Guildhall Walk
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Dorothy Dymond Street
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Cross Street
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Beck Street
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Cross Street
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King William Street
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Main Road
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Burnaby Road
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Staunton Street
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Mill Lane
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Old Commercial Road
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Landport
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Slindon Street
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Cressy Road
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Sultan Road
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Slindon Street
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Milford Road
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Blackfriars Close
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North Street
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Arundel Street
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.