Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

COLWELL ROAD, PO39 0BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLWELL ROAD, PO39 0BY.

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Population

291

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 34,800 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO39 0BY 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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7/10
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4/10
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2/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

PO39 0BY is an established family neighbourhood — 60% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £335k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

PO39 0BY is a safe, established residential area on Colwell Road, 0.6km from Colwell in Freshwater and Totland. Administratively it sits within Totland & Colwell ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

For families considering a move, PO39 0BY represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £335k.

Census 2021 statistics for PO39 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00087680 (shared with 14 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 PO39 0BY. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 335,000

1 sales · Mean £ 335,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PO39 0BY has low crime rates — 39 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 offences44
Anti-social behaviour23
Public order13
Criminal damage and arson8
Drugs6

school Local Schools

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St Saviour's Catholic Primary School

Good152 pupils0.8 km
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Freshwater & Yarmouth Church of England Aided Primary School

Good134 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

12 nearby
  • C&C Services0.1 km
  • Bay Cafe0.6 km
  • Captains Cabin & Gift Shop0.4 km
  • Cath And Mike's0.9 km
  • Duo Baguettes0.7 km
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Allsorts0.9 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • Cost Cutter0.3 km
  • Elliotts0.9 km
  • J & B Fisheries0.7 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Rockstone Cottage0.4 km
  • Sentry Mead0.5 km
  • Yha Totland0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Freshwater Conservative Club0.9 km
  • The Bayside Lounge0.4 km
  • The Vine Inn0.9 km
  • Totland Bay Bowling Club0.2 km
  • West Wight Social Club0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Sainsbury's0.8 km
  • The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Double Dragon0.7 km
  • Fuoco Pizza0.7 km
  • Rainbow Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Sunbo0.3 km
  • The Burger And Grill0.5 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)3.6 km
  • Lymington7.3 km
  • Lymington Pier8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • The Avenue0.1 km
  • The Avenue0.1 km
  • Coastguard Cottages0.1 km
  • Coastguard Cottages0.2 km
  • Colwell Road0.2 km