PO30 5XP is a sought-after residential area on Winchat Close, 0.1km from Carisbrooke in Newport (Isle of Wight). Administratively it sits within Newport West ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO30, PO30 5XP offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £306k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for PO30 5XP are sourced from Output Area E00087338 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WINCHAT CLOSE, PO30 5XP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINCHAT CLOSE, PO30 5XP.
296
48
£ 40,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO30 5XP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PO30 5XP combines high owner-occupation (92%), strong property values (£306k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO30 5XP. The average age is 48.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 352,500
2 sales · Mean £ 352,500
Semi-Detached
£ 225,000
3 sales · Mean £ 242,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO30 5XP has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Carisbrooke College
Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School
Christ The King College
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School
Newport Church of England Aided Primary School
Nine Acres Primary School
St George's School
Island Learning Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Living Under One Sun Comm Hub Cafe0.7 km
- Angel Bar And Grill0.4 km
- Carisbrooke Retail Shop0.8 km
- English Heritage Tearoom0.8 km
- The Parson's Pantry0.4 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Central Convenience Stores0.5 km
- Home Bargains0.4 km
- True Wight News0.3 km
- Ultrastore0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Ambassador Free House Ltd0.5 km
- Newport Parish Council0.7 km
- The Eight Bells0.4 km
- Waverley Inn Ltd0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Carisbrooke Fish Bar0.2 km
- Artista Pizza0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Southern Co-Operative Ltd0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Cowes7.3 km
- Smallbrook Junction11.3 km
- Ryde11.4 km
Bus Stops
- Winchat Close0.1 km
- Nightingale Road0.1 km
- Christ the King College0.2 km
- Christ the King College0.2 km
- Carisbrooke College0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO305XP · Data under Open Government Licence