PO34 5BA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Madeira Road, 0.2km from Seaview in Seaview and Nettlestone. Administratively it sits within Nettlestone & Seaview ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 55, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £398k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO34 5BA are sourced from Output Area E00087638 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MADEIRA ROAD, PO34 5BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MADEIRA ROAD, PO34 5BA.
120
55
£ 40,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PO34 5BA — age 55, 65% ownership, 30% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £398k 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 PO34 5BA. The average age is 54.7. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 275,000
3 sales · Mean £ 296,666
Detached
£ 442,000
1 sales · Mean £ 442,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
PO34 5BA has low crime rates — 10 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.
school Local Schools
Nettlestone Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Isle Of Wight Sports Club0.3 km
- Sea View Yacht Club Limited0.2 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Seaview Pharmacy0.1 km
- Seaview Village Community Shop0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Northbank Hotel0.1 km
- The Seaview Hotel0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Lily's Coffee Shop0.0 km
- Lime And Chilli0.0 km
- LPSV0.1 km
- Seaview Deli0.1 km
- Seaview Pizza Kitchen0.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ryde St Johns Road3.3 km
- Smallbrook Junction3.4 km
- Ryde3.7 km
Bus Stops
- St Peters Church0.1 km
- St Peters Church0.1 km
- Somerset Road0.2 km
- Seafield Garage SCH - del nov230.2 km
- Somerset Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO345BA · Data under Open Government Licence