Postcode Analysis Isle of Wight, South East

PO38 3NZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PO38 3NZ.

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Population

331

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 38,500 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PO38 3NZ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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8/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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5/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and average age 44, PO38 3NZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

PO38 3NZ is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Rookley Green in Rookley. Administratively it sits within Central Rural ward and the Isle of Wight constituency.

For families considering a move, PO38 3NZ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PO38 3NZ are sourced from Output Area E00087358 (shared with 15 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 3NZ. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

PO38 3NZ has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Isle Of Wight Farm Shop0.9 km
  • The Isle Of Wight Farm Shop (Pie Manufacturer)0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Chequers Inn0.0 km
  • The Lakeside Bar \& Eatery0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Mrs B's0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Southern Co-Operative Limited0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shanklin7.0 km
  • Lake7.8 km
  • Sandown8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Chequers - del nov230.2 km
  • Chequers - del nov230.2 km
  • Harts Lane - del nov230.5 km
  • Harts Lane - del nov230.5 km