PO39 0AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Velsheda Close, 0.6km from Colwell in Isle of Wight. Administratively it sits within Totland & Colwell ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents here average 56 years — a mature, stable demographic with deep roots in the area and very low property turnover. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £342k, up 7.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PO39 0AJ are sourced from Output Area E00087684 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VELSHEDA CLOSE, PO39 0AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VELSHEDA CLOSE, PO39 0AJ.
313
56
£ 34,800 /yr
39%
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
PO39 0AJ is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 67% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £342k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 7.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO39 0AJ. The average age is 55.8. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 355,000
1 sales · Mean £ 355,000
Terraced
£ 245,000
3 sales · Mean £ 266,666
Detached
£ 215,000
1 sales · Mean £ 215,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO39 0AJ has low crime rates — 21 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
St Saviour's Catholic Primary School
Freshwater & Yarmouth Church of England Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- C&C Services0.2 km
- Bay Cafe0.5 km
- Captains Cabin & Gift Shop0.3 km
- Cath And Mike's1.0 km
- Duo Baguettes0.9 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Allsorts1.0 km
- Cost Cutter0.3 km
- Elliotts1.0 km
- J & B Fisheries0.8 km
- Kemkay Chemist Also Numark0.8 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Rockstone Cottage0.4 km
- Sentry Mead0.5 km
- Yha Totland1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- The Bayside Lounge0.2 km
- The Vine Inn1.0 km
- Totland Bay Bowling Club0.2 km
- West Wight Social Club0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Double Dragon0.8 km
- Fuoco Pizza0.8 km
- Rainbow Fish Bar0.9 km
- Sunbo0.3 km
- The Burger And Grill0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)3.7 km
- Lymington7.2 km
- Lymington Pier8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Coastguard Cottages0.2 km
- Coastguard Cottages0.2 km
- The Avenue0.2 km
- The Avenue0.3 km
- Colwell Common0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PO390AJ · Data under Open Government Licence