Is PO34 5BY a safe place to live?

Yes, PO34 5BY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 12 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PO34 5BY?

The average property price in PO34 5BY is currently around £483k.

What is the population of PO34 5BY?

The population for the PO34 5BY area is approximately 235 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

GULLY ROAD, PO34 5BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GULLY ROAD, PO34 5BY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

235

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 40,600 /yr

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Employed

32%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10

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8/10

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3/10

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3/10

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4/10

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5/10

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7/10

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10/10

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4/10

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Area Character

PO34 5BY is a settled retirement community — average age 60, 93% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £483k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 18.9% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PO34 5BY is a sought-after residential area on Gully Road, 0.7km from Nettlestone 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 5BY 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. Average age 60 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 93% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £483k, down 18.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PO34 5BY are sourced from Output Area E00087633 (shared with 8 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 PO34 5BY. The average age is 60.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

32%Active

FT: 21%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 463,500

12 sales · Mean £ 457,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

PO34 5BY has low crime rates — 12 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 offences7

Anti-social behaviour3

Criminal damage and arson3

Public order3

Burglary1

school Local Schools

Nettlestone Primary School

Good227 pupils0.5 km

St Helens Primary School

Good90 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Nisa Local0.9 km
Seaview Pharmacy0.9 km
Vics Stores (Londis)0.5 km

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Nodes Point Holiday Park0.9 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Lime And Chilli1.0 km
Seaview Pizza Kitchen1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Smallbrook Junction3.3 km
Ryde St Johns Road3.6 km
Ryde4.0 km

Bus Stops

Greenham Drive0.2 km
Greenham Drive0.2 km
Caws Avenue0.2 km
Caws Avenue0.3 km
The Bench0.3 km