Is PO34 5BW a safe place to live?

Yes, PO34 5BW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PO34 5BW?

The average property price in PO34 5BW is currently around £1.1M.

What is the population of PO34 5BW?

The population for the PO34 5BW area is approximately 166 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

SEAGROVE BAY, PO34 5BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SEAGROVE BAY, PO34 5BW.

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Population

166

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 40,600 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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7/10

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7/10

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3/10

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1/10

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3/10

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6/10

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6/10

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10/10

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2/10

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Area Character

PO34 5BW is a settled retirement community — average age 64, 88% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £1.1M prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PO34 5BW is a sought-after residential area on Seagrove Bay, 0.5km from Seaview in Seaview and Nettlestone. Administratively it sits within Nettlestone & Seaview ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO34, PO34 5BW offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 64 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.1M.

Census 2021 statistics for PO34 5BW are sourced from Output Area E00087631 (shared with 23 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 PO34 5BW. The average age is 63.7. 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 Asian1.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

35%Active

FT: 18%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,200,000

3 sales · Mean £ 1,166,666

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

PO34 5BW has low crime rates — 5 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 offences3

Anti-social behaviour2

Burglary1

Other theft1

school Local Schools

Nettlestone Primary School

Good227 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Isle Of Wight Sports Club0.9 km
Sea View Yacht Club Limited0.9 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Seaview Pharmacy0.6 km
Seaview Village Community Shop0.7 km
Vics Stores (Londis)0.9 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House