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About

Gosport is a coastal district located in Hampshire, South East England. It sits on a peninsula between Portsmouth Harbour and the Solent, offering views of the Isle of Wight. The area has a strong maritime history, with connections to the Royal Navy and shipbuilding. Key landmarks include the Gosport Ferry, which links the town to Portsmouth, and the Explosion Museum of Naval Firepower.

The district features a mix of residential areas, green spaces, and waterfront developments. Popular spots include Stokes Bay, a pebble beach with a promenade, and the Alver Valley Country Park. Gosport’s town centre has a range of shops, cafes, and local businesses. The area is well-connected by road and public transport, making it accessible for commuters and visitors.

Area overview

On average Gosport has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Gosport is £42,360 per year. There are 33 schools in Gosport: 26 primary (1 Outstanding and 24 Good) and 3 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
84
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
16.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Gosport Population
81,952
Population density
3,229.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
75,763
92.45%
Other White
1,992
2.43%
African
439
0.54%
Other Asian
405
0.49%
Caribbean
405
0.49%
Total population: 81,949

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
12,314
34.28%
Owns with a mortgage
10,535
29.33%
Private landlord or letting agency
5,481
15.26%
Social rents from council
2,998
8.35%
Other social rented
2,864
7.97%
Total households: 35,920

Property prices in Gosport

Based on 1,086 recent sales, the median property price is £250,000 in Gosport area, with individual transactions ranging from £43,750 up to £1,225,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Gosport in the 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 Gosport over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached143£470,000
Flats260£157,750
Semi-Detached233£305,000
Terraced450£245,000

10 years median price trend in Gosport

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Gosport.

All wards in Gosport

Alverstoke

Anglesey

Bridgemary

Brockhurst & Privett

Elson

Forton

Grange & Alver Valley

Harbourside & Town

Hardway

Lee East

Leesland & Newtown

Lee West

Peel Common

Rowner & Holbrook

Data Sources

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