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Leesland & Newtown

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About

Leesland & Newtown is a residential ward in Gosport, located near the town center. The area features a mix of housing, including Victorian terraces, post-war homes, and modern developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing convenience for residents. The ward is well-connected by public transport, with bus routes linking it to other parts of Gosport and nearby Portsmouth.

The area includes Leesland Park, a green space popular for leisure and community events. Nearby, Newtown offers a quieter atmosphere with smaller streets and local businesses. The ward’s proximity to Gosport High Street ensures easy access to shopping and services. Its location near the waterfront also provides quick links to ferry services across Portsmouth Harbour.

Area overview

On average Leesland & Newtown has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 91 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leesland & Newtown is £38,677 per year. There are 3 schools in Leesland & Newtown: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
91
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
11.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Leesland & Newtown Population
6,700
Population density
7,257.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,140
91.63%
Other White
196
2.92%
Indian
50
0.75%
Other Asian
41
0.61%
African
39
0.58%
Total population: 6,701

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,021
33.2%
Owns outright
942
30.63%
Private landlord or letting agency
719
23.38%
Social rents from council
188
6.11%
Other social rented
110
3.58%
Total households: 3,075

Property prices in Leesland & Newtown

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £216,500 in Leesland & Newtown area, with individual transactions ranging from £105,000 up to £455,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Leesland & Newtown 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 Leesland & Newtown over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£455,000
Flats12£144,000
Semi-Detached10£312,500
Terraced71£220,000

10 years median price trend in Leesland & Newtown

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Leesland & Newtown.

Data Sources

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