PO30 5UB is a mixed residential area on Hillis Gate Road, 0.1km from Hillisgate in Cowes. Administratively it sits within Cowes South & Northwood ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
For families considering a move, PO30 5UB represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for PO30 5UB are sourced from Output Area E00087518 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILLIS GATE ROAD, PO30 5UB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILLIS GATE ROAD, PO30 5UB.
437
48
£ 43,500 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO30 5UB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PO30 5UB — age 48, 91% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO30 5UB. The average age is 48.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
school Local Schools
Northwood Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Tiny Homes Holidays Ltd0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- East Cowes4.2 km
- Ryde11.8 km
- Ryde Esplanade11.9 km
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Postcode Profile: PO305UB · Data under Open Government Licence