Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

CASTLEHAVEN LANE, PO38 2ND House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLEHAVEN LANE, PO38 2ND.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

286

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

45%

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
workEmployment
2/10
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3/10
paymentsAffluence
6/10
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2/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PO38 2ND combines high owner-occupation (73%), strong property values (£1.1M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

PO38 2ND is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Castlehaven Lane, 0.6km from Drive, Undercliffe in Niton. Administratively it sits within Chale, Niton & Shorwell ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PO38, PO38 2ND offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 73% 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 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.1M.

Census 2021 statistics for PO38 2ND are sourced from Output Area E00087369 (shared with 17 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 2ND. The average age is 52.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 4%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,075,000

1 sales · Mean £ 1,075,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

PO38 2ND has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Niton Primary School

Good198 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Enchanted Manor0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Buddle Inn0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Beach Cafe0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shanklin9.9 km
  • Lake11.7 km
  • Sandown12.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Buddle Inn0.2 km
  • Sandrock0.3 km
  • Castlehaven Lane0.4 km
  • Undercliff Garage0.5 km