PO31 7EF is a safe, established residential area on West Hill Grove, 0.4km from Cowes in Cowes. Administratively it sits within Cowes North ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
For families considering a move, PO31 7EF represents an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £268k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO31 7EF are sourced from Output Area E00087395 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST HILL GROVE, PO31 7EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST HILL GROVE, PO31 7EF.
270
42
£ 38,700 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO31 7EF 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 7EF's 60% ownership and 42-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 7EF. The average age is 42.4. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 280,000
1 sales · Mean £ 280,000
Semi-Detached
£ 218,500
4 sales · Mean £ 229,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO31 7EF has low crime rates — 33 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
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Classic Boat Museum Gallery0.7 km
- Halls Premier0.6 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.8 km
- Central Convenience Stores0.7 km
- Blakes News0.2 km
- + 24 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- Annie's B&B0.9 km
- Caledon Guest House0.1 km
- Duke Of York Inn0.2 km
- Endeavour House0.1 km
- Halcyone Villa B&B0.3 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
24 nearby- East Cowes Conservative Club0.8 km
- East Cowes Liberal Club Ltd0.8 km
- Osborne Masonic Club0.8 km
- The Ship And Castle0.6 km
- Victoria Tavern0.8 km
- + 19 more
Restaurant, Cafe
37 nearby- Ali Cat Of Cowes0.4 km
- Bettys Door0.8 km
- Seabreeze Coffee Shop0.8 km
- The Link Kiiosk0.4 km
- The Basque Kitchen0.3 km
- + 32 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Co-Operative Group0.7 km
- Waitrose0.7 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.6 km
- Marks And Spencer0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Jade Garden0.6 km
- Prego0.6 km
- Samels Ltd0.8 km
- Taste Of India0.6 km
- The Galley IOW Ltd0.6 km
- + 8 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Cowes0.5 km
- Ryde Pier Head10.1 km
- Ryde Esplanade10.2 km
Bus Stops
- Victoria Road0.1 km
- Arctic Road0.2 km
- Mill Hill Road0.2 km
- Arctic Road0.2 km
- Fire Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO317EF · Data under Open Government Licence