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Cosham South

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About

Cosham South is a residential area located in the northern part of Portsmouth, Hampshire. It is bordered by the A3(M) to the west and the railway line to the east, providing good transport links to the city centre and beyond. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached homes, terraced properties, and some modern developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to families and commuters.

The area is close to Portsdown Hill, offering green spaces and scenic views over Portsmouth. Cosham South benefits from its proximity to Cosham town centre, which has a range of supermarkets, cafes, and services. The nearby Hilsea Lido and Milton Common provide recreational opportunities. With its practical location and community facilities, Cosham South is a convenient place to live for those working in or around Portsmouth.

Area overview

On average Cosham South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 63 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cosham South is £51,600 per year. There are 5 schools in Cosham South: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Cosham South Population

8,328

Population density

5,577.7 per km²

Demographics

British

7,317

87.85%

Other White

271

3.25%

Indian

159

1.91%

Bangladeshi

146

1.75%

Other Asian

1.02%

Total population: 8,329

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,327

40.88%

Owns outright

1,143

35.21%

Private landlord or letting agency

402

12.38%

Social rents from council

162

4.99%

Other social rented

114

3.51%

Total households: 3,246

Property prices in Cosham South

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £330,000 in Cosham South area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £520,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	3	£425,000	£420,500	£422,500	£441,250	£454,250
Flats	14	£178,000	£147,650	£175,000	£185,000	£209,348
Semi-Detached	22	£374,680	£256,250	£320,000	£405,625	£450,000
Terraced	51	£334,000	£238,000	£315,000	£372,500	£415,000

10 years price trend in Cosham South

All postcodes in Cosham South

PO61SR

Eastern Road

PO62RL

Highbury Grove

PO62TS

Hawthorn Crescent

PO62LA

Lower Drayton Lane

PO62QR

Glenleigh Avenue

PO62TL

Dovercourt Road

PO62EF

Regal Close

PO62NF

Merz Close

PO62QL

Dorking Crescent

PO62PH

Park Grove

PO62PY

Rosebery Avenue

PO62QH

Magdala Road

PO62LS

Merz Close

PO62NY

Orsted Drive

PO62SY

Jasmond Road

PO62DA

Tudor Crescent

PO62HE

Court Lane

PO62RT

Highbury Grove

PO63EF

Mallow Close

PO62EG

Old Market Road

PO62NU

Langdale Avenue

PO62RP

Highbury Grove

PO62RU

Highbury Grove

PO62ST

Pitreavie Road

PO61TU

Walton Road

PO62LP

Beaconsfield Avenue

PO62RH

Highbury Way

PO62RR

Highbury Grove

PO62RW

Highbury Grove

PO62RX

Hawthorn Crescent

PO62LH

Court Lane

PO62QQ

Magdala Road

PO62RZ

Dovercourt Road

PO61PR

Grove Road

PO62PL

Hilary Avenue

PO62UG

Chatsworth Avenue

PO61RF

Stroudley Avenue

PO62AZ

Tudor Crescent

PO62PD

Knowsley Road

PO62UP

Chatsworth Avenue

PO63ER

Cosham South

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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