PO40 9BH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Hooke Hill, 0.2km from Stroud Coppice in Freshwater and Totland. Administratively it sits within Freshwater South ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £352k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO40 9BH are sourced from Output Area E00087437 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOOKE HILL, PO40 9BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOOKE HILL, PO40 9BH.
399
51
£ 34,800 /yr
41%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 51, PO40 9BH has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £352k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO40 9BH. The average age is 51.0. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 235,000
3 sales · Mean £ 287,666
Semi-Detached
£ 262,000
4 sales · Mean £ 267,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO40 9BH has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Freshwater & Yarmouth Church of England Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Allsorts0.7 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.7 km
- Elliotts0.7 km
- J & B Fisheries0.9 km
- Kemkay Chemist Also Numark0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Buttercup House0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Freshwater Conservative Club0.9 km
- Red Lion0.2 km
- The Vine Inn0.7 km
- West Wight Social Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Cath And Mike's0.7 km
- Duo Baguettes0.9 km
- Freshwater Coffee House0.8 km
- Honnor & Jeffery Ltd0.3 km
- Jills Kitchen1.0 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Double Dragon0.9 km
- Fuoco Pizza0.9 km
- Jaffran Indian Restaurant And Takeaway Ltd0.6 km
- Rainbow Fish Bar0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)2.8 km
- Lymington7.8 km
- Lymington Pier8.3 km
Bus Stops
- Church Place0.1 km
- Church Place0.1 km
- Hooke Close0.2 km
- Hooke Close0.2 km
- Stroud Recreation Ground0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO409BH · Data under Open Government Licence