PO40 9BU 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 9BU represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 61 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 92% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PO40 9BU are sourced from Output Area E00087442 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COPSE LANE, PO40 9BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COPSE LANE, PO40 9BU.
234
61
£ 34,800 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO40 9BU 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 9BU is a settled retirement community — average age 61, 92% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO40 9BU. 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
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO40 9BU has low crime rates — 8 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
5 nearby- Allsorts0.9 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
- Elliotts0.9 km
- Mrs Middleton's Shop0.7 km
- Teddy's Place1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Buttercup House1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Red Lion0.2 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
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Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Jaffran Indian Restaurant And Takeaway Ltd0.7 km
- Rainbow Fish Bar1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)2.7 km
- Lymington7.7 km
- Lymington Pier8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Church Place0.1 km
- Regina Road0.1 km
- Regina Road0.1 km
- Church Place0.2 km
- Parkway0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO409BU · Data under Open Government Licence