PO40 9DF is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ronstan Gardens, 0.5km 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 9DF 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 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO40 9DF are sourced from Output Area E00087442 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RONSTAN GARDENS, PO40 9DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RONSTAN GARDENS, PO40 9DF.
234
61
£ 34,800 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO40 9DF 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 9DF 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 9DF. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 227,500
6 sales · Mean £ 227,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO40 9DF has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. 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
1 nearby- Mrs Middleton's Shop0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Red Lion0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Honnor & Jeffery Ltd0.7 km
- The Rabbit Hole IOW0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores Limited0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Jaffran Indian Restaurant And Takeaway Ltd0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Yarmouth (Isle of Wight)2.4 km
- Lymington7.5 km
- Lymington Pier8.0 km
Bus Stops
- Regina Road0.1 km
- Kings Manor Road0.1 km
- Regina Road0.1 km
- Parkway0.2 km
- Church Place0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PO409DF · Data under Open Government Licence