About Lovedean

Lovedean is a village located in Hampshire, England, within the postal area of PO8. It is situated near the larger town of Waterlooville, providing easy access to various amenities and services. The village has a mix of residential properties and green spaces, making it a pleasant area for families and individuals alike. The local community is served by essential facilities, including a primary school and a few shops. Lovedean is well-connected by road, with nearby access to the A3, which links to larger cities such as Portsmouth and London. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling, making it a suitable location for those who enjoy nature.

School Ratings in Lovedean

Lovedean is served by 74 schools. Link's Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Lovedean

Property prices average £366K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £458K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Lovedean

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Lovedean, with 11 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Lovedean

Lovedean falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Lovedean

Most properties in Lovedean can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,808 sales

Average Price £366K
£5K — £10.05M
Detached £458K 2,005
Semi £336K 1,362
Terraced £272K 887
Flat £159K 434

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

45 Primary
9 Secondary
20 Other
Woodcroft Primary Primary Good 0.3 miles Link's Children's Centre Outstanding 0.5 miles Rachel Madocks School Good 0.7 miles Bere Clinic School Good 0.7 miles Branches Children's Centre Good 0.8 miles Horndean Technology College Secondary 0.8 miles Hart Plain Infant School Primary Good 1.1 miles Padnell Infant School Primary Good 1.1 miles The Cowplain School Secondary Good 1.1 miles Padnell Junior School Primary Good 1.1 miles Hart Plain Junior School Primary 1.1 miles Horndean Infant School Primary Good 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Lovedean IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Lovedean among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
7/10
Education
7/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
9/10
8,098 Children (0-15) 17%
28,134 Working Age 58%
16,059 Older (60+) 33%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Lovedean 101 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Lovedean falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

56 Violence & Sexual Offences
11 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Other Theft
6 Public Order
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Shoplifting
3 Other Crime
2 Burglary
2 Drugs
2 Weapons
Local Policing
Hampshire Horndean Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Rowlands Castle Train Station 3.1 miles
Bedhampton Train Station 4 miles
Havant Train Station 4.3 miles
Cosham Train Station 4.9 miles
Emsworth Train Station 5.5 miles
Hilsea Train Station 5.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Eastland Gate 0.6 miles Causeway 0.6 miles Wecock 0.6 miles Anmore 0.9 miles Cowplain 0.9 miles Horndean 1.4 miles Soake 1.4 miles Mead End 1.4 miles Catherington 1.4 miles Waterlooville 1.9 miles Blendworth 2 miles Denmead 2 miles

Local Government

District East Hampshire
County Hampshire
Ward Horndean Kings & Blendworth
Constituency Meon Valley
Parish Horndean
Region South East

Streets in PO8 30 shown View all streets

Acacia Gardens 1 Acorn Drive 2 Acorn Gardens 2 Aldridge Close 1 Almond Close 2 Amberley Road 1 Appleton Close 1 Arle Close 1 Arun Close 2 Ash Close 1 Ash Copse 1 Ashcroft Lane 1 Ashington Close 2 Ashley Close 1 Aspen Way 1 Avocet Way 1 B2149 1 Baker Close 1 Barley Rise 2 Barney Evans Crescent 1 Barrel Mews 1 Beckless Avenue 1 Bee Orchid Close 1 Beech Road 2 Beech Way 1 Belmont Close 1 Bentley Close 1 Bevan Road 1 Birch Close 2 Birdlip Close 1

Postcodes in PO8 50 shown View all postcodes

PO8 0AA PO8 0AB PO8 0AD PO8 0AE PO8 0AF PO8 0AG PO8 0AH PO8 0AJ PO8 0AL PO8 0AN PO8 0AQ PO8 0AR PO8 0AS PO8 0AT PO8 0AU PO8 0AW PO8 0AX PO8 0AY PO8 0AZ PO8 0BA PO8 0BB PO8 0BD PO8 0BE PO8 0BF PO8 0BG PO8 0BH PO8 0BJ PO8 0BL PO8 0BN PO8 0BP PO8 0BQ PO8 0BS PO8 0BT PO8 0BU PO8 0BW PO8 0BX PO8 0BY PO8 0BZ PO8 0DB PO8 0DD PO8 0DE PO8 0DF PO8 0DG PO8 0DH PO8 0DJ PO8 0DL PO8 0DN PO8 0DP PO8 0DQ PO8 0DR