PO32 6AY is a safe, established residential area on New Barn Road, 0.7km from Spring Hill in East Cowes. Administratively it sits within East Cowes ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 78% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £222k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO32 6AY are sourced from Output Area E00087406 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEW BARN ROAD, PO32 6AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW BARN ROAD, PO32 6AY.
477
48
£ 34,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PO32 6AY spans multiple life stages — average age 48, moderate ownership and renting. £222k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO32 6AY. The average age is 47.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Terraced
£ 222,500
2 sales · Mean £ 222,500
Detached
£ 235,000
1 sales · Mean £ 235,000
Semi-Detached
£ 665,000
1 sales · Mean £ 665,000
Flat
£ 450,000
1 sales · Mean £ 450,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO32 6AY has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
Queensgate Foundation Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- Meadow Road Top Shop0.9 km
- The Waverley0.8 km
- Websters Minimarket1.0 km
- Central Convenience Stores1.0 km
- + 1 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Albert Cottage Hotel0.5 km
- Annie's B&B0.9 km
- Bosun's Lodge Bed And Breakfast0.7 km
- Wisteria House B&B0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- East Cowes Conservative Club1.0 km
- East Cowes Liberal Club Ltd0.9 km
- Osborne Golf Club0.7 km
- Osborne Masonic Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bettys Door1.0 km
- Seabreeze Coffee Shop0.9 km
- The Lunch Box Cafe1.0 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Waitrose1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Samels Ltd1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Cowes1.2 km
- Ryde Pier Head8.4 km
- Ryde Esplanade8.5 km
Bus Stops
- Connaught Road0.4 km
- Connaught Road0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PO326AY · Data under Open Government Licence