PO40 9BS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Copse Lane, 0.3km from Stroud Coppice in Freshwater and Totland. Administratively it sits within Freshwater South ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
For families considering a move, PO40 9BS represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 61 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £280k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO40 9BS are sourced from Output Area E00087442 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COPSE LANE, PO40 9BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COPSE LANE, PO40 9BS.
234
61
£ 34,800 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO40 9BS 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
PO40 9BS is a settled retirement community — average age 61, 92% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO40 9BS. The average age is 61.3. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 245,000
12 sales · Mean £ 251,916
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO40 9BS has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. 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
4 nearby- Allsorts0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Elliotts0.9 km
- Mrs Middleton's Shop0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Buttercup House1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Red Lion0.1 km
- The Vine Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Cath And Mike's0.9 km
- Duo Baguettes1.0 km
- Freshwater Coffee House0.9 km
- Honnor & Jeffery Ltd0.5 km
- The Rabbit Hole IOW0.7 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Jaffran Indian Restaurant And Takeaway Ltd0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)2.7 km
- Lymington7.7 km
- Lymington Pier8.3 km
Bus Stops
- Church Place0.1 km
- Church Place0.1 km
- Regina Road0.2 km
- Regina Road0.2 km
- Parkway0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO409BS · Data under Open Government Licence