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About

Elson ward is located in the northern part of Gosport, Hampshire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is situated close to Gosport town centre, providing easy access to local amenities and transport links. The ward includes Elson Recreation Ground, a green space used for leisure and community events.

Elson has a range of local facilities, including shops, schools, and healthcare services. The area is served by several bus routes connecting it to Gosport and nearby Portsmouth. Historically, Elson was a separate village before being absorbed into Gosport as the town expanded. The ward maintains a distinct identity, with a focus on community activities and local initiatives.

Area overview

On average Elson has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Elson is £42,882 per year. There are 2 schools in Elson: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

6.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Elson Population

6,022

Population density

2,679.8 per km²

Demographics

British

5,721

95%

Other White

108

1.79%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.45%

Chinese

0.38%

Other

0.38%

Total population: 6,022

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,010

40%

Owns outright

926

36.67%

Private landlord or letting agency

324

12.83%

Social rents from council

142

5.62%

Other forms of private rent

2.65%

Total households: 2,525

Property prices in Elson

Based on 68 recent sales, the median property price is £271,000 in Elson area, with individual transactions ranging from £96,600 up to £400,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	2	£260,000	£246,500	£252,500	£267,500	£273,500
Flats	5	£125,000	£100,880	£118,000	£125,000	£127,400
Semi-Detached	13	£280,000	£235,000	£241,500	£305,000	£364,000
Terraced	48	£272,250	£194,800	£245,000	£292,750	£319,550

10 years price trend in Elson

All postcodes in Elson

PO124BT

Elson Road

PO124QU

Melville Road

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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