Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

OLD ROAD, PO32 6AL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD ROAD, PO32 6AL.

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Population

386

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 34,600 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PO32 6AL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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7/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

PO32 6AL is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 43% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PO32 6AL is a safe, established residential area on Old Road, 0.8km from Cowes in East Cowes. Administratively it sits within East Cowes ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

Day-to-day life in PO32 6AL has the character of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k.

Census 2021 statistics for PO32 6AL are sourced from Output Area E00087410 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO32 6AL. The average age is 41.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 181,000

5 sales · Mean £ 217,827

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PO32 6AL has low crime rates — 44 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Shoplifting46
Anti-social behaviour25
Violence and sexual offences19
Public order10
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement156 pupils0.6 km
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Cowes Primary School

Good195 pupils1.3 km
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Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy

Good1226 pupils1.4 km
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Lanesend Primary School

Requires Improvement432 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • Classic Boat Museum Gallery0.1 km
  • Halls Premier0.4 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.2 km
  • The Waverley0.3 km
  • Websters Minimarket0.9 km
  • + 21 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • Annie's B&B0.1 km
  • Bosun's Lodge Bed And Breakfast0.2 km
  • Caledon Guest House0.9 km
  • Duke Of York Inn0.6 km
  • Endeavour House0.9 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

17 nearby
  • East Cowes Conservative Club0.4 km
  • East Cowes Liberal Club Ltd0.3 km
  • Osborne Masonic Club0.5 km
  • The Ship And Castle0.3 km
  • Victoria Tavern0.6 km
  • + 12 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

31 nearby
  • Ali Cat Of Cowes0.4 km
  • Bettys Door0.3 km
  • Seabreeze Coffee Shop0.3 km
  • The Link Kiiosk0.5 km
  • The Basque Kitchen0.5 km
  • + 26 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Co-Operative Group0.3 km
  • Waitrose0.3 km
  • Marks And Spencer0.8 km
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Jade Garden0.2 km
  • Prego0.3 km
  • Samels Ltd0.4 km
  • Taste Of India0.3 km
  • The Galley IOW Ltd0.4 km
  • + 7 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Cowes0.3 km
  • Ryde Pier Head9.3 km
  • Ryde Esplanade9.5 km

Bus Stops

  • IOW Festivals Temp Stop0.1 km
  • Well Road0.2 km
  • East Cowes Ferry Terminal0.2 km
  • East Cowes Ferry Terminal0.2 km
  • East Cowes Ferry Terminal0.3 km