Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

PO32 6BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO32 6BP.

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Population

419

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 34,600 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO32 6BP 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.

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5/10
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9/10
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3/10
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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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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PO32 6BP — age 44, 74% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 6BP is a safe, established residential area located 1.1km from Osborne House in East Cowes. Administratively it sits within East Cowes ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

For families considering a move, PO32 6BP represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PO32 6BP are sourced from Output Area E00087417 (shared with 10 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 6BP. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.7%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

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

PO32 6BP has low crime rates — 32 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences101
Anti-social behaviour24
Criminal damage and arson18
Public order17
Other crime7

school Local Schools

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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement156 pupils0.6 km
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Queensgate Foundation Primary

Good394 pupils1.0 km
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Lanesend Primary School

Requires Improvement432 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Classic Boat Museum Gallery0.8 km
  • Community Spirited Cafe0.6 km
  • Halls Premier0.6 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
  • Meadow Road Top Shop0.7 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Albert Cottage Hotel0.3 km
  • Annie's B&B0.7 km
  • Bosun's Lodge Bed And Breakfast0.6 km
  • Wisteria House B&B0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • East Cowes Conservative Club0.5 km
  • East Cowes Liberal Club Ltd0.5 km
  • Osborne Golf Club0.9 km
  • Osborne Masonic Club0.4 km
  • The Lifeboat0.7 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Ali Cat Of Cowes0.8 km
  • Bettys Door0.5 km
  • Seabreeze Coffee Shop0.5 km
  • The Link Kiiosk0.8 km
  • The Basque Kitchen1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-Operative Group0.6 km
  • Waitrose0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Jade Garden0.7 km
  • Prego0.6 km
  • Samels Ltd0.5 km
  • Taste Of India0.6 km
  • The Galley IOW Ltd0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Cowes0.8 km
  • Ryde Pier Head8.8 km
  • Ryde Esplanade9.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Connaught Road0.1 km
  • Connaught Road0.2 km
  • John Nash Avenue0.2 km
  • John Nash Avenue0.2 km
  • Nursery Gardens0.3 km