Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

PALMERSTON ROAD, PO37 6AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PALMERSTON ROAD, PO37 6AU.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

316

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Avg Age

51

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Avg Income

£ 30,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO37 6AU 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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3/10
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2/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 51, PO37 6AU has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

PO37 6AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Palmerston Road, 0.2km from Shanklin in Shanklin. Administratively it sits within Shanklin South ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

This is a well-established rental postcode — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 61 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £161k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for PO37 6AU are sourced from Output Area E00087667 (shared with 16 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 PO37 6AU. The average age is 50.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 5%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 127,500

2 sales · Mean £ 127,500

Terraced

£ 169,000

5 sales · Mean £ 173,400

Semi-Detached

£ 166,950

1 sales · Mean £ 166,950

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

Crime around PO37 6AU is moderate at 61 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences115
Public order34
Criminal damage and arson28
Anti-social behaviour27
Other theft23

school Local Schools

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St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy

Good201 pupils0.3 km
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Gatten and Lake Primary School

Good207 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

72 nearby
  • Haven Hall1.0 km
  • Bedford Lodge0.3 km
  • Bourne Hall Hotel1.0 km
  • Chine Side0.5 km
  • Daish's Hotel Ltd0.3 km
  • + 67 more
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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Grange Gifts0.4 km
  • Cavanagh \& Baker0.4 km
  • Dennis HQ0.2 km
  • Isle Of Sweets0.2 km
  • Old Village Stores0.2 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

13 nearby
  • Chine Inn0.3 km
  • Chine Masonic Club0.2 km
  • Crab Inn0.4 km
  • Fishermans Cottage0.3 km
  • Shanklin Cricket Club0.6 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

41 nearby
  • Amici0.2 km
  • Black Cat Restaurant0.3 km
  • Coles Bazaar & Snackery0.3 km
  • Daishs Coffee Shop0.3 km
  • Don Santos0.2 km
  • + 36 more
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Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Rylstone Tea Gardens Ltd0.3 km
  • The Happy Haddock0.3 km
  • Aj's Takeaway0.5 km
  • Hong Kong City0.4 km
  • Mr T's Takeaway Ltd0.5 km
  • + 7 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • Co-Operative Food Shanklin0.4 km
  • DELI-CIOUS0.1 km
  • The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shanklin0.5 km
  • Lake2.3 km
  • Sandown3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Hambledon Hotel0.2 km
  • Brunswick Hotel0.2 km
  • Regent Street0.2 km
  • Youth Centre0.3 km
  • Youth Centre0.3 km