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About

Nelson ward is located in the heart of Portsmouth, covering a densely populated urban area. It includes parts of the city centre and stretches towards the waterfront, with a mix of residential, commercial, and historic sites. The ward is known for its proximity to key landmarks like Guildhall Square and the University of Portsmouth, making it a hub for students and professionals.

The area features a range of housing, from Victorian terraces to modern apartments, catering to a varied population. Public transport links are strong, with bus routes and the nearby Portsmouth & Southsea railway station providing easy access to other parts of the city. Green spaces are limited, but the ward’s central location offers quick connections to Southsea Common and the seafront.

Area overview

On average Nelson has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 125 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 23.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Nelson is £42,304 per year. There are 5 schools in Nelson: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
125
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
23.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Nelson Population
15,132
Population density
6,383.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
11,630
76.87%
Other White
1,339
8.85%
African
464
3.07%
Bangladeshi
331
2.19%
Other
234
1.55%
Total population: 15,129

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,922
29.73%
Owns with a mortgage
1,660
25.68%
Owns outright
1,337
20.68%
Social rents from council
905
14%
Other social rented
422
6.53%
Total households: 6,465

Property prices in Nelson

Based on 159 recent sales, the median property price is £215,000 in Nelson area, with individual transactions ranging from £80,000 up to £410,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Nelson 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 Nelson over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£410,000
Flats25£135,000
Semi-Detached5£255,000
Terraced128£221,750

10 years median price trend in Nelson

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

Data Sources

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