Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

PO37 6BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO37 6BJ.

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Population

260

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 30,900 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO37 6BJ 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.

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2/10
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1/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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8/10
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4/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PO37 6BJ — age 55, 48% ownership, 38% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

PO37 6BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Shanklin in Shanklin. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Shanklin South ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

Within the PO37 district, this postcode is characterised by a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for PO37 6BJ are sourced from Output Area E00087670 (shared with 22 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 PO37 6BJ. The average age is 55.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 3%
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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)

Crime around PO37 6BJ is moderate at 53 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.

Violence and sexual offences64
Public order26
Anti-social behaviour18
Criminal damage and arson17
Other theft13

school Local Schools

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St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy

Good201 pupils0.7 km
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Gatten and Lake Primary School

Good207 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

71 nearby
  • Haven Hall0.7 km
  • Miclaran0.9 km
  • The Royson Guesthouse0.9 km
  • Bedford Lodge0.6 km
  • Chine Side0.8 km
  • + 66 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

41 nearby
  • Blueberry's Cafe0.9 km
  • Amici0.6 km
  • Black Cat Restaurant0.7 km
  • Coles Bazaar & Snackery0.3 km
  • Daishs Coffee Shop0.7 km
  • + 36 more
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Retailers - Other

19 nearby
  • Grange Gifts0.7 km
  • Cavanagh \& Baker0.7 km
  • Dennis HQ0.6 km
  • Isle Of Sweets0.6 km
  • Old Village Stores0.6 km
  • + 14 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Chine Inn0.5 km
  • Chine Masonic Club0.6 km
  • Crab Inn0.7 km
  • Fishermans Cottage0.3 km
  • Shanklin Cricket Club1.0 km
  • + 8 more
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Rylstone Tea Gardens Ltd0.3 km
  • The Happy Haddock0.7 km
  • Aj's Takeaway0.4 km
  • Hong Kong City0.6 km
  • Mr T's Takeaway Ltd0.4 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl0.8 km
  • Co-Operative Food Shanklin0.6 km
  • DELI-CIOUS0.4 km
  • The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shanklin0.7 km
  • Lake2.0 km
  • Sandown3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Summer Arcade0.1 km
  • Esplanade0.1 km
  • Clock Tower0.2 km
  • Summer Arcade0.2 km
  • Hambledon Hotel0.2 km