Farriers Way is in Shorwell, Newport and in Isle Of Wight district. PO30 3JP is located in the Chale, Niton & Shorwell 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 Farriers Way, Shorwell, Newport, PO30 3JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO30 3LR, PO30 3JU, PO30 3LE, PO30 3JY, PO30 3JR, PO30 3LB, PO30 3JT, PO30 3JW, PO30 3LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO30 3JP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.7% | 51.6% | -4.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 44.3% | 48.4% | 4.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PO30 3JP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.5% | 20% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -17.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.4% | 61.5% | 0.1% | 44.2% | 17.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 9.7% | -1.4% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 7.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 37.4% | 39% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -9.4% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 36.9% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 17.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 4.8% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.1% | 18.5% | -1.6% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 9.2% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.9% | 14.4% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 5.4% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.6% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.5% | 31.8% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 5.1% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.5% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 97.5% | 96.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Farriers Way was 23.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.6% lower than the Central Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Farriers Way has the 7th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Central Rural and the 87th lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 68.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lloret Farriers Way, Newport, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2025-09-09 | £395,000 |
| Springfield Farriers Way, Newport, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2025-06-05 | £643,771 |
| Kelly Bray Farriers Way, Newport, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2025-01-06 | £404,755 |
| Homelands Farriers Way, Newport, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2018-06-25 | £552,739 |
| Elm Cottage Farriers Way, Newport, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2018-03-23 | £627,461 |
PO30 3JP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 9% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PO30 3JP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PO30 3JP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 147 |
| Full-Time Employee | 90 |
| Self-Employed | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School New Road , Brighstone PO30 4BB | 2out of 4 | 3,138 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chillerton and Rookley Primary School Main Road , Chillerton PO30 3EP | 2out of 4 | 4,012 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shorwell Social Club | Shorwell Mens Club, Russell Road | 245 yd | |
| The Crown Inn | Crown Inn, Walkers Lane | 325 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shorwell Recreation Ground WOODFIELD WOODFIELD FARRIERS WAY | grass pitches | 87 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.