Cross Lane is in Newport and in Isle Of Wight district. PO30 2JW is located in the Fairlee & Whippingham 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 Cross Lane, Newport, PO30 2JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO30 2JL, PO30 2JR, PO30 2HA, PO30 2LD, PO30 2LT, PO30 2EZ, PO30 2JN, PO30 2EU, PO30 2HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO30 2JW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 52% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 46.4% | 48% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31% | 38.4% | 7.4% | 37.9% | 0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.4% | 34.7% | -8.7% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 17.1% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 8.0% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.1% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 32.1% | 40.1% | 8.0% | 48.4% | -8.3% |
| Good health | 43.7% | 37.4% | -6.3% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 15.6% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 21.9% | -0.2% | 18.2% | 3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 5.3% | -9.0% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 18.2% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.1% | 10.5% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.4% | 21.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 20.2% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -13.6% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99% | 94.7% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 96.2% | 97.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 97.7% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.7% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.9% | 37.2% | 22.7% |
| Christian | 31.1% | 46.2% | -15.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cross Lane was 40.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.6% lower than the Fairlee & Whippingham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cross Lane has the 5th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Fairlee & Whippingham and the 184th lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 80.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Cross Lane, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-08-16 | £186,972 |
| 53 Cross Lane, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2021-04-28 | £166,767 |
| 47A Cross Lane, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2018-06-21 | £166,433 |
| 47A Cross Lane, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2018-03-28 | £117,823 |
| 51 Cross Lane, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2017-08-15 | £204,017 |
PO30 2JW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 78 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summerfields Primary School Atkinson Drive , PO30 2LJ | 3out of 4 | 473 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Primary School Furrlongs , PO30 2AX | 3out of 4 | 641 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nine Acres Primary School South View , PO30 1QP | 3out of 4 | 1,542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunnyhill Primary School Forest Road , PO30 5SH | 3out of 4 | 1,556 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newport Church of England Aided Primary School Hazel Close , PO30 5GD | 3out of 4 | 1,594 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medina College Fairlee Road , PO30 2DX | 2out of 4 | 870 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King College Wellington Road , PO30 5QT | 1out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carisbrooke College Mountbatten Drive , PO30 5QU | 2out of 4 | 2,463 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 | 849 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medina House School School Lane , PO30 2HS | 3out of 4 | 443 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Island Learning Centre Albany Road , PO30 5HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,560 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School Watergate Rd , PO30 1XW | 3out of 4 | 1,816 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Beatrice Avenue , PO32 6LP | - not rated | 4,330 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quirkywood Catering | 23 Bellmeade Lane, Newport | 154 yd | |
| Sunflower Cafe At Emh John Cheverton Centre | Earl Mountbatten Hospice, Halberry Lane | 335 yd | |
| 4D Sports | Unit E4, Newport Quay | 507 yd | |
| Riverside Ventures (Isle Of Wight) Limited | The Riverside Centre, Newport Quay | 523 yd | |
| Quay Arts Centre | 15A Sea Street, Newport | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bargemans Rest | Bargemans Rest, Little London | 565 yd | |
| Hogshead | Hogshead Pub, 20 High Street | 725 yd | |
| Slug \& Lettuce | Yates' Bar, 23 - 26 High Street | 728 yd | |
| Bar Fever | Multiplex Site, Coppins Bridge | 732 yd | |
| The Railway Medina | Railway Medina, 1 Sea Street | 759 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ozze's Plaice | Pan Fish And Chip Shop, 83 Royal Exchange | 632 yd | |
| Dragon City Takeaway | 18 High Street, Newport | 727 yd | |
| Ephesus Pizza & Grill | 137 High Street, Newport | 753 yd | |
| Wight Grill House | 144 High Street, Newport | 753 yd | |
| Sheer Pink | 24B Holyrood Street, Newport | 853 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, South Street | 817 yd | |
| Lidl | Riverway, Newport | 831 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer | Marks And Spencer Plc, Church Litten | 1,057 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Summerfield Primary School ATKINSON DRIVE | grass pitches | 397 yd |
| Seaclose Recreation Ground SEACLOSE PARK PUBLIC CONVENIENCE SEACLOSE PARK PUBLIC CONVENIENCE FAIRLEE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 415 yd |
| Barton Primary School And Early Years Centre (Closed) GREEN STREET | grass pitches | 564 yd |
| Barton Primary School BARTON PRIMARY SCHOOL BARTON PRIMARY SCHOOL FURRLONGS | grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Isle Be Fit Holyrood Street | health and fitness suite | 795 yd |
| Medina Leisure Centre FAIRLEE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 849 yd |
| Medina College FAIRLEE ROAD | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Isle Of Wight College DODNOR LANE | health and fitness suite | 992 yd |
| Fit2Relax Fitness Room (Closed) St George's Physiotherapy St George's Physiotherapy St. James Street | health and fitness suite | 1,001 yd |
| Fit2Relax Gym (Closed) Bowling Green Lane | health and fitness suite | 1,086 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.