PO2 in Portsmouth shows moderate performance indicators relative to national averages, ranking in the 53rd percentile on trajectory metrics. Over the past five years, residential prices have appreciated at a 2.5% compound annual growth rate, while rental yields have expanded at 6.4% annually, suggesting stronger investor interest in the lettings market than capital appreciation. Population growth remains subdued at 0.4% over the same period. The district occupies an early gentrification stage, indicating ongoing neighbourhood transition processes. These metrics position PO2 as a market with divergent growth patterns between rental and sales segments, warranting careful consideration of individual investment objectives and risk tolerance.
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- 1Property prices up 2.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.4% per year
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What's changing in Portsmouth · June 2026
25 planning applications submitted in PO2 over the last six months.
Portsmouth (PO2) common questions
Is Portsmouth up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Portsmouth (PO2) as Early. Its trajectory score is 51/100 (Strong), in the top 47% of districts nationally. The score is down 1.9 points over the last 12 months.
Is Portsmouth safe?
Portsmouth has a safety score of 16/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Portsmouth?
The average property price in Portsmouth (PO2) is £320k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Portsmouth?
The median monthly rent in Portsmouth (PO2) is £1,340 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Portsmouth?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Portsmouth (PO3), Portsmouth (PO1), Southsea (PO4), Southsea (PO5), Portsmouth (PO6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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