Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

NURSERY GARDENS, PO32 6BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NURSERY GARDENS, PO32 6BU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

338

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 38,700 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO32 6BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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7/10
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Area Character

PO32 6BU is an established family neighbourhood — 65% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

PO32 6BU is a safe, established residential area on Nursery Gardens, 1.0km from Cowes in East Cowes. Administratively it sits within East Cowes ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 38) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £151k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for PO32 6BU are sourced from Output Area E00087413 (shared with 11 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 6BU. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.8%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 151,000

2 sales · Mean £ 151,000

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

PO32 6BU has low crime rates — 39 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences80
Shoplifting45
Anti-social behaviour20
Criminal damage and arson16
Public order14

school Local Schools

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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement156 pupils0.8 km
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Lanesend Primary School

Requires Improvement432 pupils1.2 km
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Queensgate Foundation Primary

Good394 pupils1.3 km
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Cowes Primary School

Good195 pupils1.4 km
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Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy

Good1226 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Classic Boat Museum Gallery0.5 km
  • Community Spirited Cafe0.8 km
  • Halls Premier0.2 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
  • Meadow Road Top Shop1.0 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

7 nearby
  • Albert Cottage Hotel0.7 km
  • Annie's B&B0.6 km
  • Bosun's Lodge Bed And Breakfast0.6 km
  • Wisteria House B&B0.8 km
  • Caledon Guest House0.8 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • East Cowes Conservative Club0.2 km
  • East Cowes Liberal Club Ltd0.2 km
  • Osborne Masonic Club0.0 km
  • The Lifeboat0.6 km
  • The Ship And Castle0.3 km
  • + 8 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

16 nearby
  • Ali Cat Of Cowes0.5 km
  • Bettys Door0.2 km
  • Seabreeze Coffee Shop0.2 km
  • The Link Kiiosk0.5 km
  • The Basque Kitchen0.6 km
  • + 11 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Operative Group0.3 km
  • Waitrose0.3 km
  • Sainsbury's1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

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

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Cowes0.4 km
  • Ryde Pier Head9.2 km
  • Ryde Esplanade9.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Nursery Gardens0.1 km
  • Nursery Gardens0.1 km
  • John Nash Avenue0.2 km
  • John Nash Avenue0.2 km
  • East Cowes Floating Bridge0.3 km