Is PO38 2HW a safe place to live?

Yes, PO38 2HW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 6 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PO38 2HW?

The population for the PO38 2HW area is approximately 316 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

PO38 2HW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO38 2HW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-09 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

316

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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6/10

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2/10

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2/10

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5/10

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5/10

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2/10

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8/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 81% owner-occupation and an average age of 58, PO38 2HW is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.

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

PO38 2HW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Blackgang in Isle of Wight. Administratively it sits within Chale, Niton & Shorwell 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. Average age 58 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PO38 2HW are sourced from Output Area E00087361 (shared with 29 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 PO38 2HW. The average age is 57.8. 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 Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

35%Active

FT: 18%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

PO38 2HW has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Blackgang Chine Theme Park0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Shanklin10.6 km
Lake12.2 km
Sandown13.0 km

Bus Stops

Blackgang Chine0.2 km
St Catherines Down0.2 km
St Catherines Down0.4 km