PO34 5AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Puckpool Hill, 0.3km from Puckpool Park in Seaview and Nettlestone. Administratively it sits within Nettlestone & Seaview ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PO34 5AR are sourced from Output Area E00087635 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PUCKPOOL HILL, PO34 5AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PUCKPOOL HILL, PO34 5AR.
232
54
£ 40,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO34 5AR 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
No single demographic signal dominates PO34 5AR — age 54, 74% ownership, 25% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO34 5AR. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PO34 5AR has low crime rates — 10 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
Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School, Ryde
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Nettlestone Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Appley Manor Hotel0.8 km
- The Boathouse0.2 km
- Urban Saints Centre0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Dell Cafe0.1 km
- Le Breuilly's @ The Mermaid Bar0.8 km
- The Old Barracks (Puckpool Tea Gardens)0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ryde St Johns Road2.0 km
- Ryde2.4 km
- Ryde Esplanade2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Puckpool Park SCH - del nov230.0 km
- The Battery Inn SCH - del nov230.1 km
- Toll Gate - del nov230.4 km
- Harcourt Sands SCH - del nov230.4 km
- Harcourt Sands SCH - del nov230.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PO345AR · Data under Open Government Licence