PO37 6BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km 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 rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PO37 6BS are sourced from Output Area E00087670 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PO37 6BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO37 6BS.
260
55
£ 30,900 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO37 6BS 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
No single demographic signal dominates PO37 6BS — 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO37 6BS. 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
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO37 6BS has low crime rates — 49 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy
Gatten and Lake Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
72 nearby- Haven Hall0.9 km
- The Carlton Hotel0.2 km
- Appley Lodge0.3 km
- Claremont Guest House0.3 km
- Cliff Hall Hotel0.3 km
- + 67 more
Retailers - Other
19 nearby- Boots UK Ltd0.4 km
- Candies Sweet Shop0.5 km
- Glyn Morgan0.4 km
- Grace's Bakery0.4 km
- It's About Thyme0.4 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Falcon Hotel0.5 km
- Plough And Barleycorn0.4 km
- Pot Black0.4 km
- Royal British Legion Club Shanklin0.6 km
- Shanklin Bowling Club0.7 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
40 nearby- Bayside Fish \& Chips0.2 km
- Beach Cafe 340.2 km
- Beachcombers Bar \& Grill0.4 km
- Benjamin's Bar And Bistro Ltd0.4 km
- Cinderella's0.4 km
- + 35 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Co-Operative Food Shanklin0.6 km
- DELI-CIOUS0.4 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.4 km
- Lidl0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- China Garden0.4 km
- Chubby's Chunky Chip Shop0.4 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Makkies Pizza0.4 km
- Mr B's0.4 km
- + 7 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shanklin0.7 km
- Lake2.2 km
- Sandown3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Clock Tower0.0 km
- Esplanade0.1 km
- Palestine Slipway0.1 km
- Brunswick Hotel0.2 km
- Hambledon Hotel0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO376BS · Data under Open Government Licence