Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

ST JOSEPHS CLOSE, PO32 6BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST JOSEPHS CLOSE, PO32 6BL.

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Population

217

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 34,600 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PO32 6BL 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.

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4/10
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2/10
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4/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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5/10
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Area Character

PO32 6BL has a significant social housing presence — 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PO32 6BL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on St Josephs Close, 0.8km from Osborne House in East Cowes. Administratively it sits within East Cowes ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, PO32 6BL is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 53% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £192k.

Census 2021 statistics for PO32 6BL are sourced from Output Area E00087419 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO32 6BL. The average age is 52.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 4%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 203,000

4 sales · Mean £ 199,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PO32 6BL has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences67
Anti-social behaviour11
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson8
Other crime6

school Local Schools

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Queensgate Foundation Primary

Good394 pupils0.7 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement156 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Community Spirited Cafe0.5 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy1.0 km
  • Meadow Road Top Shop0.4 km
  • Websters Minimarket0.6 km
  • Central Convenience Stores1.0 km
  • + 1 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Albert Cottage Hotel0.1 km
  • Bosun's Lodge Bed And Breakfast1.0 km
  • Wisteria House B&B0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • East Cowes Conservative Club0.9 km
  • East Cowes Liberal Club Ltd0.9 km
  • East Cowes Victoria Football Club0.7 km
  • Osborne Golf Club0.6 km
  • Osborne Masonic Club0.8 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Bettys Door0.9 km
  • Seabreeze Coffee Shop0.9 km
  • The Lunch Box Cafe0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Samels Ltd0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • East Cowes1.2 km
  • Ryde Pier Head8.5 km
  • Ryde Esplanade8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Osborne Cottage0.0 km
  • Osborne Cottage0.1 km
  • Gordon Lodge0.2 km
  • Gordon Lodge0.2 km
  • Mayfield Road - del nov230.3 km