Living in PO2: Liveability Score 64/100
Portsmouth, South East
Last updated 25 June 2026
Postcodes scored in this district
Every active postcode in PO2, each shaded by its own score. Postcode districts have no official boundary. These points are exactly what the score is averaged from. Clustered pins are other districts. Tap one to view or compare it, or zoom in to reveal more.
Each postcode is coloured by its own overall score on the default weighting. Scores are filled in as postcodes get searched on the site, so a blue dot just means that postcode hasn't been scored yet.
PO2 scores 64 but individual postcodes tell the full story
See the exact score for any postcode, side by side with PO2.
Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Crime is significantly above the national average. 9,477 offences recorded across 38 local areas in the past year.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
3 Outstanding, 37 Good out of 42 rated schools.
Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 4 GP surgeries and 7 hospital facilities serve the area.
97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 4/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £2,292/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Good variety of shops, cafés, and leisure facilities within reach. Around 668 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
PO2 covers 751 active postcodes in Portsmouth, South East.
Frequently asked questions
Is PO2 a safe area to live?
PO2 scores 20/100 for safety. Crime is significantly above the national average. 9,477 offences recorded across 38 local areas in the past year.
What are the schools like in PO2?
Schools in PO2 score 86/100. 3 Outstanding, 37 Good out of 42 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in PO2?
Broadband in PO2 scores 88/100. 97% gigabit coverage; 99% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does PO2 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include PO3, PO1, PO6. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for PO2?
PO2 scores 64/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
Towns & cities in PO2
Check your exact postcode
Get a personalised score for any UK postcode, tailored to what matters most to you.
Score my postcode