PO33 1BL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Park Road, 0.3km from Elmfield in Ryde. Administratively it sits within Ryde Appley & Elmfield ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
For families considering a move, PO33 1BL represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £160k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PO33 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00087596 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGH PARK ROAD, PO33 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH PARK ROAD, PO33 1BL.
385
44
£ 35,500 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO33 1BL 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
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. PO33 1BL's 58% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO33 1BL. The average age is 43.7. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 137,000
7 sales · Mean £ 145,357
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO33 1BL has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School, Ryde
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Dover Park Primary School
Haylands Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Nisa Monkton1.0 km
- Marlborough Store0.2 km
- Oakfield Stores0.5 km
- Ryde Inshore Rescue0.7 km
- Strand News1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Appley Manor Hotel0.6 km
- Trentham Guest House0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Ryde Rowing Club0.7 km
- Simeon Arms0.9 km
- High Park Tavern0.3 km
- John's Club0.5 km
- Railway Inn0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Appley Beach Cafe0.7 km
- Cadet Beach Club0.7 km
- Isle Of Wight Bus & Coach Museum0.7 km
- Monkton Arts0.9 km
- The Duck0.8 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Spar0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- French Franks 20.2 km
- Hayden's Chip Shop0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ryde St Johns Road0.6 km
- Ryde1.1 km
- Smallbrook Junction1.2 km
Bus Stops
- St Johns Church0.2 km
- Arundel Road0.2 km
- St Johns Church0.2 km
- Arundel Road0.2 km
- Lower Highland Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO331BL · Data under Open Government Licence