PO40 9AW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on School Green Road, 0.1km from School Green in Freshwater and Totland. Administratively it sits within Freshwater South ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
For families considering a move, PO40 9AW represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PO40 9AW are sourced from Output Area E00087436 (shared with 75 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SCHOOL GREEN ROAD, PO40 9AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SCHOOL GREEN ROAD, PO40 9AW.
369
52
£ 34,800 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO40 9AW 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 PO40 9AW — age 52, 66% ownership, 26% 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 PO40 9AW. The average age is 52.0. 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 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)
PO40 9AW has low crime rates — 36 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
Freshwater & Yarmouth Church of England Aided Primary School
St Saviour's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Allsorts0.1 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.0 km
- Elliotts0.1 km
- J & B Fisheries0.3 km
- Kemkay Chemist Also Numark0.3 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Buttercup House0.4 km
- Rockstone Cottage0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Freshwater Conservative Club0.2 km
- Red Lion0.9 km
- The Vine Inn0.1 km
- West Wight Social Club0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Cath And Mike's0.1 km
- Duo Baguettes0.2 km
- Freshwater Coffee House0.1 km
- Honnor & Jeffery Ltd0.6 km
- Jills Kitchen0.3 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Sainsbury's0.1 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.6 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Double Dragon0.2 km
- Fuoco Pizza0.3 km
- Jaffran Indian Restaurant And Takeaway Ltd0.1 km
- Rainbow Fish Bar0.2 km
- The Burger And Grill0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)3.3 km
- Lymington7.7 km
- Lymington Pier8.4 km
Bus Stops
- Sainsburys0.1 km
- Sainsburys0.1 km
- Health & Leisure Centre0.1 km
- School Green Road0.1 km
- School Green Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO409AW · Data under Open Government Licence