PO30 1EL is an active urban area on Medina Avenue, 0.5km from Pan in Newport (Isle of Wight). Administratively it sits within Mountjoy & Shide ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are high (165 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £258k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO30 1EL are sourced from Output Area E00087511 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MEDINA AVENUE, PO30 1EL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEDINA AVENUE, PO30 1EL.
260
42
£ 40,200 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 42, PO30 1EL has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £258k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO30 1EL. The average age is 42.1. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 280,000
3 sales · Mean £ 236,666
Detached
£ 280,000
2 sales · Mean £ 280,000
Semi-Detached
£ 221,500
2 sales · Mean £ 221,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near PO30 1EL are high at 165 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Nine Acres Primary School
Barton Primary School
St George's School
Medina House School
Newport Church of England Aided Primary School
Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School
Christ The King College
Summerfields Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
46 nearby- Living Under One Sun Comm Hub Cafe0.9 km
- Caffe Isola0.3 km
- ComiCoffee0.4 km
- Cornerstop Cafe Ltd0.2 km
- Isobel Centre0.6 km
- + 41 more
Retailers - Other
44 nearby- All Rise0.3 km
- Cineworld Cinemas0.4 km
- Day Lewis Pharmacy0.5 km
- Easy Weigh0.4 km
- Farmhouse Fayre0.3 km
- + 39 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- The George Inn0.3 km
- Calverts Hotel0.5 km
- Newport Quay Hotel0.5 km
- Old Church House Bed & Breakfast0.7 km
- One Holyrood0.6 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Bar Fever0.4 km
- Newport Parish Council0.9 km
- Southern Vectis Social Club0.3 km
- Strings Bar \& Venue0.2 km
- The Crispin0.5 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Marks And Spencer0.1 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- Morrisons0.3 km
- Sainsburys0.8 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- Chia Wing Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- Fry Nation0.5 km
- Loys Chinese Take Away0.3 km
- McDonald's0.3 km
- + 20 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Cowes6.9 km
- Smallbrook Junction9.7 km
- Ryde9.8 km
Bus Stops
- Clarence Road0.1 km
- IOW Festivals Temp Stop0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO301EL · Data under Open Government Licence