PO37 6DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Crescent Road, 0.6km from Shanklin in Shanklin. Administratively it sits within Shanklin Central ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.
For families considering a move, PO37 6DJ represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 58 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PO37 6DJ are sourced from Output Area E00087647 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CRESCENT ROAD, PO37 6DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRESCENT ROAD, PO37 6DJ.
295
58
£ 30,900 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PO37 6DJ 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.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PO37 6DJ spans multiple life stages — average age 58, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (58) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PO37 6DJ. The average age is 58.5. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PO37 6DJ is moderate at 56 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.
school Local Schools
St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy
Gatten and Lake Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
71 nearby- Haven Hall0.6 km
- Miclaran0.8 km
- The Royson Guesthouse0.8 km
- Bedford Lodge0.7 km
- Chine Side0.9 km
- + 66 more
Restaurant, Cafe
42 nearby- Blueberry's Cafe0.8 km
- Amici0.6 km
- Black Cat Restaurant0.7 km
- Coles Bazaar & Snackery0.4 km
- Daishs Coffee Shop0.7 km
- + 37 more
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- Grange Gifts0.7 km
- Cavanagh \& Baker0.7 km
- Dennis HQ0.6 km
- Isle Of Sweets0.6 km
- Old Village Stores0.6 km
- + 15 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- Chine Inn0.5 km
- Chine Masonic Club0.6 km
- Crab Inn0.7 km
- Fishermans Cottage0.4 km
- Shanklin Cricket Club1.0 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
12 nearby- Rylstone Tea Gardens Ltd0.4 km
- The Happy Haddock0.7 km
- Aj's Takeaway0.3 km
- Hong Kong City0.5 km
- Mr T's Takeaway Ltd0.3 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl0.7 km
- Co-Operative Food Shanklin0.5 km
- DELI-CIOUS0.4 km
- The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Shanklin0.6 km
- Lake1.9 km
- Sandown3.0 km
Bus Stops
- Summer Arcade0.1 km
- Holly Lodge0.1 km
- Summer Arcade0.2 km
- Dove Court0.2 km
- Hope Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PO376DJ · Data under Open Government Licence