How much social housing is near Cosham?

About 19.5% across the Cosham area.

How many households are in Cosham?

There are 5,859 households in Cosham

What's the average income in Cosham?

Average resident income is about £45,115 per year.

What's the Cosham population and density?

Cosham population is 14,444 with density 3175.1 per km².

How deprived is Cosham?

Deprivation score 7/10 (rank 10899 of 32844 in country).

What are house prices in Cosham?

Based on 125 recent sales, the median price is £320,000.

Crime level in Cosham is high with about 132 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are prices by property type in Cosham?

Latest medians: Detached £570,000, Semi-detached £327,500, Terraced £325,000, Flats £160,000.

What home types are most common in Cosham?

Housing mix: terraced 35.6%, semi-detached 27.7%.

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Q: What schools in Cosham and how are they rated?

There are 7 schools in Cosham: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South East / Portsmouth / Cosham

About

Cosham is a residential and commercial area located in the northern part of Portsmouth, Hampshire. It serves as a key transport hub, with Cosham railway station providing connections to Portsmouth city centre and beyond. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, post-war homes, and modern developments, catering to a range of residents.

The ward includes Cosham High Street, which offers a variety of shops, supermarkets, and local businesses. Nearby, Queen Alexandra Hospital provides healthcare services to the wider region. Green spaces like King George V Playing Fields offer recreational opportunities, while the nearby Portsdown Hill provides scenic views over Portsmouth and the Solent.

Area overview

On average Cosham has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 132 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cosham is £45,115 per year. There are 7 schools in Cosham: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

132

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

19.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Cosham Population

14,444

Population density

3,175.1 per km²

Demographics

British

12,186

84.36%

Other White

513

3.55%

Indian

407

2.82%

Other Asian

346

2.4%

African

180

1.25%

Total population: 14,445

Housing

Owns outright

1,796

30.65%

Owns with a mortgage

1,788

30.52%

Private landlord or letting agency

825

14.08%

Social rents from council

815

13.91%

Other social rented

439

7.49%

Total households: 5,859

Property prices in Cosham

Based on 125 recent sales, the median property price is £320,000 in Cosham area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £750,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	17	£570,000	£342,400	£457,500	£600,000	£738,000
Flats	29	£160,000	£111,800	£145,000	£182,000	£209,597
Semi-Detached	22	£327,500	£257,625	£290,915	£372,500	£429,000
Terraced	57	£325,000	£190,500	£287,000	£345,000	£418,000

10 years price trend in Cosham

All postcodes in Cosham

PO62PL

Hilary Avenue

PO62QA

Havant Road

PO62UG

Chatsworth Avenue

PO63HP

Brighstone Road

PO63LD

Wymering

PO62AZ

Tudor Crescent

PO62PD

Knowsley Road

PO62QW

Dorking Crescent

PO62SA

Dovercourt Road

PO62UP

Chatsworth Avenue

PO63ER

Cosham South

PO63ET

Northern Road

PO63JZ

Maidstone Crescent

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Data Sources

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

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