PO35 5QP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Howgate Road, 0.3km from Foreland Fields in Bembridge. Administratively it sits within Bembridge ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
For serious buyers, PO35 5QP is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 80% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £375k, down 42.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PO35 5QP are sourced from Output Area E00087301 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOWGATE ROAD, PO35 5QP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWGATE ROAD, PO35 5QP.
282
51
£ 40,600 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PO35 5QP — age 51, 80% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £375k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 42.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO35 5QP. The average age is 50.6. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 358,000
7 sales · Mean £ 371,142
Detached
£ 475,000
1 sales · Mean £ 475,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO35 5QP has low crime rates — 13 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
Bembridge Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- RNLI Bembridge0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Bembridge Coast Hotel0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Bembridge Bowling Club0.7 km
- Crab And Lobster0.5 km
- MRH Pub Company T/A The Birdham0.4 km
- Old Village Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Angel In The Kitchen1.0 km
- Bembridge Methodist Hall0.6 km
- Lane End Deli Cafe0.5 km
- RG (Bembridge) Limited0.9 km
- The Beach Hut & Catering By Emma Guy0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op Welcome0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Jade Garden Chinese Take Away1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Brading4.0 km
- Smallbrook Junction6.4 km
- Sandown6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Fire Station0.3 km
- Crossway0.4 km
- Lane End Road0.5 km
- Lane End Shops0.5 km
- Steyne Park0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PO355QP · Data under Open Government Licence