Mount Pleasant Road is in Newport and in Isle Of Wight district. PO30 1ES is located in the Mountjoy & Shide electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Isle of Wight. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, PO30 1ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO30 1HT, PO30 1ER, PO30 1LW, PO30 1LN, PO30 1ET, PO30 1EU, PO30 1HN, PO30 1HW, PO30 1EH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO30 1ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 50.7% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49% | 49.3% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PO30 1ES, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38.3% | 43.1% | 4.8% | 37.9% | 5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 32.7% | -7.1% | 44.2% | -11.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 4.1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 14.2% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 5.1% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 4.7% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.7% | 42.6% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 34.6% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 13.8% | 15% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 6.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.2% | 16% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 15.4% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 5.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.6% | 17.2% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 16.6% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.3% | 25.7% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.3% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 93.3% | 95% | 1.7% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 92.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96% | 92.9% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 92.7% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.1% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.9% | 76.7% | -9.8% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 28.6% | 13.5% | 15.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53% | 37.2% | 15.8% |
| Christian | 36.6% | 46.2% | -9.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mount Pleasant Road was 111.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.6% higher than the Carisbrooke & Gunville average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mount Pleasant Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Carisbrooke & Gunville and the 85th highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 81.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2B Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2025-03-19 | £292,534 |
| 8C Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £323,000 | 2022-11-10 | £304,094 |
| 4 Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £221,000 | 2021-03-05 | £251,172 |
| 2B Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2019-12-03 | £253,234 |
| 8C Mount Pleasant Road, Newport, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2017-09-11 | £376,587 |
PO30 1ES area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nine Acres Primary School South View , PO30 1QP | 3out of 4 | 252 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newport Church of England Aided Primary School Hazel Close , PO30 5GD | 3out of 4 | 834 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Primary School Furrlongs , PO30 2AX | 3out of 4 | 946 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School Wellington Road , Carisbrooke PO30 5QT | 3out of 4 | 1,054 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School High Street , Carisbrooke PO30 1NR | 3out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King College Wellington Road , PO30 5QT | 1out of 4 | 1,134 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carisbrooke College Mountbatten Drive , PO30 5QU | 2out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina College Fairlee Road , PO30 2DX | 2out of 4 | 2,207 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Isle of Wight College Medina Way , PO30 5TA | - not rated | 1,288 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's School Watergate Rd , PO30 1XW | 3out of 4 | 717 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina House School School Lane , PO30 2HS | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Island Learning Centre Albany Road , PO30 5HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,658 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snacks And Ladders Board Game Cafe | 70 St James Street, Newport | 278 yd | |
| Tamarind | 64 - 65 St James Street, Newport | 294 yd | |
| CGs Cafe | Unit 6, Orchard Street | 333 yd | |
| New Ming Garden | 38-39 St James Street, Newport | 350 yd | |
| Novo | Nabab Palace, 84 St James Street | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strings Bar \& Venue | 9 Bowling Green Lane, Newport | 353 yd | |
| Southern Vectis Social Club | 35 South Street, Newport | 496 yd | |
| The Prince Of Wales | Prince Of Wales, 36 South Street | 496 yd | |
| Newport Conservative Club | Newport And District Conservative Club, 39 - 40 Pyle Street | 521 yd | |
| The Crispin | Cask And Crispin, 8 - 10 Carisbrooke Road | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kebab House | 63 St James Street, Newport | 294 yd | |
| Stotesburys | Stotesburys Fish And Chips, 43 St James Street | 350 yd | |
| Loys Chinese Take Away | 83 St James Street, Newport | 350 yd | |
| Mr T's Snacks Ltd | 82 St James Street, Newport | 350 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 40 - 41 St James Street, Newport | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks And Spencer | Marks And Spencer Plc, Church Litten | 308 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | St Georges Way, Newport | 568 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, South Street | 573 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Sainsbury's, Foxes Road | 911 yd | |
| Lidl | Riverway, Newport | 930 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fit2Relax Gym (Closed) Bowling Green Lane | health and fitness suite | 350 yd |
| Nine Acres Playing Field ELM GROVE | grass pitches | 360 yd |
| Fitness Factory 1A 1A PORTLAND STREET | health and fitness suite | 495 yd |
| St Georges Park St. Georges Way | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| St Georges Special School WATERGATE ROAD | grass pitches | 624 yd |
| Fit2Relax Fitness Room (Closed) St George's Physiotherapy St George's Physiotherapy St. James Street | health and fitness suite | 765 yd |
| Isle Be Fit Holyrood Street | health and fitness suite | 778 yd |
| Barton Primary School And Early Years Centre (Closed) GREEN STREET | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Barton Primary School BARTON PRIMARY SCHOOL BARTON PRIMARY SCHOOL FURRLONGS | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| Victoria Recreation Ground THE PAVILION THE PAVILION RECREATION GROUND ROAD | grass pitches | 1,030 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 72.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 78.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 109.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 93.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 328.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.