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About

Hilsea occupies a northern section of Portsea Island, characterised by significant transport corridors and open green spaces. The area is defined by the A27 and A3(M) roads, which converge near the Hilsea Lido, creating a distinct junction. Industrial estates and retail parks are clustered along these major routes, supporting local commerce. The ward also contains residential streets with a mix of housing types, providing homes for a portion of the city's workforce.

A notable geographical feature is the presence of Ports Creek and the adjacent Hilsea Lines. These are historic moated fortifications that now form a linear park and nature reserve, separating the ward from the mainland. This green corridor includes playing fields, walking paths, and the saline lagoon of the Lido. The area's layout is heavily influenced by its position at the island's narrow northern neck, a strategic point historically defended by the Lines.

Area overview

On average Hilsea has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Hilsea is £55,238 per year. There are 6 schools in Hilsea: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 2 secondary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good). Hilsea is home to around 13,929 people, with a population density of about 4,804.1 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
73
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
17.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hilsea Population
13,929
Population density
4,804.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
43.58(+37%)
Anti-social behaviour
10.98(-11%)
Public order
6.96(+15%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.6(-13%)
Other theft
4.59(-18%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
11,385
81.73%
Other White
656
4.71%
Bangladeshi
296
2.12%
African
282
2.02%
Other Asian
234
1.68%
Total population: 13,930

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
3,052
27.13%
No qualifications
2,178
19.36%
Level 3 (A level)
2,139
19.01%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,664
14.79%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,167
10.37%
Total 16+ residents: 11,251

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,879
32.09%
Owns outright
1,695
28.95%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,050
17.93%
Other social rented
562
9.6%
Social rents from council
329
5.62%
Total households: 5,855

Property prices in Hilsea

Based on 166 recent sales, the median property price is £285,000 in Hilsea area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £570,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hilsea 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 Hilsea over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Flats39£168,000
Terraced93£300,000
Semi-Detached31£317,500
Detached3£392,000

10 years median price trend in Hilsea

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

All postcodes in Hilsea

PO20TG

Amberley Road

PO20NF

Montague Road

PO29NS

Spinnaker Drive

PO29JN

London Road

PO20SJ

Battenburg Avenue

PO20PE

Kirby Road

PO20HP

Stubbington Avenue

PO29SW

Hilsea Crescent

PO35LU

Feltons Place

PO29QN

Eastwood Road

PO20SR

Compton Road

PO29NW

Meredith Road

PO29DN

Hilsea

PO29AR

Cunningham Avenue

PO20UP

Escur Close

PO29SA

London Road

PO20SP

Compton Road

PO29LY

Phoenix Square

PO20UL

The Ridings

PO29NJ

Kipling Road

PO29NL

Meredith Road

PO35GD

Bapaume Terrace

PO35JA

Farmside Gardens

PO35FT

Norway Road

PO35LG

Peronne Close

PO35HT

Norway Road

PO29QG

Southwood Road

PO29NE

Doyle Avenue

PO29QL

Elmwood Road

PO20SS

Compton Road

PO29SG

York Terrace

PO35JE

Limberline Road

PO20PF

Kirby Road

PO20SX

Randolph Road

PO20SB

St Chads Avenue

PO29EG

Oriel Road

PO20UD

Egan Close

PO35EJ

Copnor Road

PO35LF

Limberline Spur

PO29HS

Magdalen Road

PO29BQ

Gladys Avenue

PO35EQ

Copnor Road

PO20UH

Newney Close

PO20UE

The Ridings

PO35QZ

Hobby Close

PO29DX

Hilsea

PO20RW

Mayfield Road

PO29DE

London Road

PO20ND

Montague Road

PO29PT

Northern Parade

PO35GG

Portfield Road

PO35LS

Military Road

PO29NZ

Valiant Gardens

PO35DX

Limberline Spur

PO29SS

South Avenue

PO35QW

Benham Drive

PO35LW

Parsons Close

PO29PS

Horsea Lane

PO35JT

Ackworth Road

PO20PB

Kirby Road

PO35JS

Limberline Road

PO35XH

Norway Road

PO20QR

Hewett Road

PO29EW

Brigham Close

PO20TL

Merrivale Road

PO29HR

Magdalen Road

PO29HE

London Road

PO29PD

Northern Parade

PO29ST

Midway Road

PO29RA

London Road

PO35HX

Norway Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.