PO34 5AL is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Oakhill Road, 0.1km from Spring Vale in Seaview and Nettlestone. Administratively it sits within Nettlestone & Seaview ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO34, PO34 5AL offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £513k.
Census 2021 statistics for PO34 5AL are sourced from Output Area E00087635 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAKHILL ROAD, PO34 5AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAKHILL ROAD, PO34 5AL.
232
54
£ 40,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO34 5AL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
PO34 5AL is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £513k, 74% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £513k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO34 5AL. The average age is 54.3. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 572,500
2 sales · Mean £ 572,500
Flat
£ 285,000
2 sales · Mean £ 285,000
Detached
£ 1,154,000
2 sales · Mean £ 1,154,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO34 5AL has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Nettlestone Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The Boathouse0.3 km
- The Seaview Hotel1.0 km
- Urban Saints Centre0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Dell Cafe0.6 km
- Le Breuilly's @ The Mermaid Bar0.6 km
- Lily's Coffee Shop0.9 km
- Lime And Chilli1.0 km
- LPSV1.0 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Isle Of Wight Sports Club0.7 km
- Sea View Yacht Club Limited0.9 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Seaview Village Community Shop0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ryde St Johns Road2.4 km
- Smallbrook Junction2.7 km
- Ryde2.8 km
Bus Stops
- Toll Gate - del nov230.1 km
- Toll Gate - del nov230.1 km
- The Battery Inn SCH - del nov230.4 km
- Puckpool Park SCH - del nov230.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PO345AL · Data under Open Government Licence