PO31 7AH is a safe, established residential area on Stones Close, 0.5km from Cowes in Cowes. Administratively it sits within Cowes North ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
For families considering a move, PO31 7AH represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £247k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO31 7AH are sourced from Output Area E00087389 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STONES CLOSE, PO31 7AH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STONES CLOSE, PO31 7AH.
304
38
£ 38,700 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO31 7AH represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. PO31 7AH's 66% ownership and 38-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO31 7AH. The average age is 37.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 247,500
2 sales · Mean £ 247,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO31 7AH has low crime rates — 30 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
Cowes Primary School
Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy
Lanesend Primary School
Gurnard Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Classic Boat Museum Gallery0.9 km
- Halls Premier0.9 km
- Central Convenience Stores1.0 km
- Blakes News0.3 km
- Isle Of Wight Food Bank0.6 km
- + 23 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- East Cowes Conservative Club1.0 km
- The Ship And Castle0.9 km
- Victoria Tavern1.0 km
- Cowes Sports Football Club0.4 km
- Isle Of Wight Community Club - Bar0.8 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
38 nearby- Ali Cat Of Cowes0.7 km
- Bettys Door1.0 km
- The Link Kiiosk0.7 km
- The Basque Kitchen0.5 km
- The Lunch Box Cafe1.0 km
- + 33 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Co-Operative Group0.9 km
- Waitrose1.0 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.4 km
- Marks And Spencer0.5 km
- Sainsbury's0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Jade Garden0.9 km
- Prego0.9 km
- Samels Ltd1.0 km
- Taste Of India0.9 km
- The Galley IOW Ltd0.9 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- Caledon Guest House0.2 km
- Duke Of York Inn0.5 km
- Endeavour House0.2 km
- Halcyone Villa B&B0.2 km
- Holly Tree House0.3 km
- + 4 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Cowes0.8 km
- Ryde Pier Head10.3 km
- Ryde Esplanade10.4 km
Bus Stops
- Fire Station0.1 km
- Fire Station0.1 km
- Mill Hill Road0.2 km
- Victoria Road0.2 km
- Rashleys0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO317AH · Data under Open Government Licence