PO31 is a postcode district in Isle of Wight, South East, covering 462 active and 92 retired postcodes.
The largest share of PO31 (15%) is characterised by a settled suburban family area with high owner-occupation and stability, alongside a retirement-heavy area, often including sheltered housing or care homes (13%). A further 12% of the district is made up of a suburban area with older residents still working, typically homeowners. This mix of 9 distinct neighbourhood types makes PO31 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in PO31 are around £308k, down 7.8% year-on-year. Safety: Crime runs above average across PO31 at 149 per 1,000 residents — driven partly by commercial activity and transport hubs. Individual street-level data is available by selecting a specific postcode below. An average age of 46 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full PO31 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
PO31 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the PO31 postcode area.
14,845
46
£ 42,750 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
PO31 is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £308k. Property prices are trending down 7.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Cowes Primary School
Gurnard Primary School
Northwood Primary School
Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy
Lanesend Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
12 nearby- The Woodvale Hotel
- Caledon Guest House
- Cowes Club (IoW) Ltd
- Duke Of York Inn
- Endeavour House
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
45 nearby- Eegon's Of Cowes
- Ali Cat Of Cowes
- All About Catering
- All About Catering Ltd
- Angel In The Kitchen At Sir Max Aitken Museum
- + 40 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Aldi Stores Limited
- Marks And Spencer
- Sainsbury's
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Captain Takeout
- Chip Ahoy
- Corries Cabin
- Dalyan Kebab
- Flavour Trayz
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
35 nearby- Poundland
- Aqua Marine Gifts \& Cards
- Bakd By Jen
- Blakes News
- Bliss Ice Cream Parlour
- + 30 more
Pub, NightClub
26 nearby- Cowes Corinthian Yacht Club
- Cowes Ale House
- Cowes Combined Services And Social Club
- Cowes Conservative Club
- Cowes Golf Club
- + 21 more
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