PO32 6BX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.8km from Osborne House in East Cowes. Administratively it sits within East Cowes ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, PO32 6BX is 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PO32 6BX are sourced from Output Area E00087419 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PO32 6BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO32 6BX.
217
53
£ 34,600 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO32 6BX 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.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 53% of tenure in PO32 6BX — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO32 6BX. The average age is 52.5. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO32 6BX has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Queensgate Foundation Primary
Holy Cross Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Community Spirited Cafe0.5 km
- Halls Premier1.0 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.9 km
- Meadow Road Top Shop0.4 km
- The Waverley1.0 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Albert Cottage Hotel0.1 km
- Bosun's Lodge Bed And Breakfast0.9 km
- Wisteria House B&B0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- East Cowes Conservative Club0.9 km
- East Cowes Liberal Club Ltd0.9 km
- East Cowes Victoria Football Club0.7 km
- Osborne Golf Club0.6 km
- Osborne Masonic Club0.8 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bettys Door0.9 km
- Seabreeze Coffee Shop0.9 km
- The Lunch Box Cafe0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-Operative Group1.0 km
- Waitrose1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Samels Ltd0.9 km
- The Galley IOW Ltd1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Cowes1.1 km
- Ryde Pier Head8.5 km
- Ryde Esplanade8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Osborne Cottage0.1 km
- Osborne Cottage0.1 km
- Gordon Lodge0.2 km
- Connaught Road0.3 km
- Gordon Lodge0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PO326BX · Data under Open Government Licence