PO40 9DL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Edinburgh Road, 0.3km from Stroud Coppice in Freshwater and Totland. Administratively it sits within Freshwater North & Yarmouth ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 45 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 69% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £250k, down 26.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PO40 9DL are sourced from Output Area E00087443 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EDINBURGH ROAD, PO40 9DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EDINBURGH ROAD, PO40 9DL.
349
45
£ 34,800 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO40 9DL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
PO40 9DL is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 26.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO40 9DL. The average age is 45.2. 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
Terraced
£ 225,000
5 sales · Mean £ 217,000
Semi-Detached
£ 207,500
4 sales · Mean £ 220,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO40 9DL 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
9 nearby- Allsorts0.8 km
- Boots UK Ltd0.8 km
- Elliotts0.8 km
- J & B Fisheries0.9 km
- Kemkay Chemist Also Numark0.9 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Buttercup House0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Freshwater Conservative Club0.9 km
- Red Lion0.2 km
- The Vine Inn0.8 km
- West Wight Social Club0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Cath And Mike's0.8 km
- Duo Baguettes0.9 km
- Freshwater Coffee House0.8 km
- Honnor & Jeffery Ltd0.5 km
- The Rabbit Hole IOW0.6 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.9 km
- Tesco Stores Limited0.4 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)2.7 km
- Lymington7.7 km
- Lymington Pier8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Parkway0.1 km
- Church Place0.1 km
- Church Place0.1 km
- Regina Road0.2 km
- Regina Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO409DL · Data under Open Government Licence