PO30 1DJ is a safe, established residential area on Carisbrooke Road, 0.6km from Mount Joy in Newport (Isle of Wight). Administratively it sits within Newport West ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £223k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO30 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00087340 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARISBROOKE ROAD, PO30 1DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARISBROOKE ROAD, PO30 1DJ.
320
47
£ 40,200 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PO30 1DJ — age 47, 81% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO30 1DJ. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 155,000
5 sales · Mean £ 161,200
Semi-Detached
£ 211,250
6 sales · Mean £ 219,000
Detached
£ 261,500
2 sales · Mean £ 261,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO30 1DJ has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Christ The King College
Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School
Carisbrooke College
Nine Acres Primary School
Newport Church of England Aided Primary School
St George's School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Living Under One Sun Comm Hub Cafe0.5 km
- Angel Bar And Grill0.3 km
- Carisbrooke Retail Shop0.7 km
- English Heritage Tearoom0.7 km
- The Parson's Pantry0.3 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Home Bargains1.0 km
- True Wight News0.6 km
- Ultrastore0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Newport Parish Council0.5 km
- The Crispin1.0 km
- The Eight Bells0.3 km
- Waverley Inn Ltd0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Carisbrooke Fish Bar0.6 km
- Chia Wing Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
- Artista Pizza0.4 km
- Misiu Ltd0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Cowes7.5 km
- Smallbrook Junction10.9 km
- Sandown11.0 km
Bus Stops
- Cedar Hill0.1 km
- Cedar Hill0.1 km
- Castle Hill0.1 km
- Lukely Terrace0.2 km
- Castle Hill0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO301DJ · Data under Open Government Licence