Holyrood Street is in Newport and in Isle Of Wight district. PO30 5AU is located in the Newport Central 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 Holyrood Street, Newport, PO30 5AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO30 5AZ, PO30 5BX, PO30 5BA, PO30 5HD, PO30 5BW, PO30 1TY, PO30 5QA, PO30 5JY, PO30 1SR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO30 5AU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 48.8% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 52.1% | 51.2% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 5AU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 56.2% 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 | 56% | 56.2% | 0.2% | 37.9% | 18.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 18.9% | 24.2% | 5.3% | 44.2% | -20.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 2.2% |
| Divorced | 18.1% | 11.4% | -6.7% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 | 46.4% | 37.2% | -9.2% | 48.4% | -11.2% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 41.6% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 8.0% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 6.1% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 15.8% | 12.4% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.2% | 11.4% | -9.8% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.7% | 14.1% | -10.6% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 6.7% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 22.1% | 7.0% | 16.9% | 5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 29.5% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 0.7% | 2.2% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 3.9% | 10.2% | 6.3% | 1.6% | 8.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.7% | 82.3% | -11.4% | 81.4% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 81.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 81.7% | -10.5% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.2% | 12.2% | 8.0% | 5.6% | 6.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 81.5% | -10.1% | 83.2% | -1.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 6.1% | 4.3% | 1.9% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.1% | 76.7% | -10.6% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| North Africa | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
| South-East Asia | 5.5% | 0.2% | 5.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.4% | 37.2% | 20.2% |
| Christian | 28.1% | 46.2% | -18.1% |
| Hindu | 2.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holyrood Street was 771.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 1102.7% higher than the Carisbrooke & Gunville average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Holyrood Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Carisbrooke & Gunville and the 3rd highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 239.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Holyrood Street, Newport, Isle Of Wight Other, an established residential building | £149,500 | 2022-08-05 | £136,033 |
| 1 - 2 Holyrood Street, Newport, Isle Of Wight Other, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2020-12-24 | £243,545 |
| 3 - 4 Holyrood Street, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2017-09-29 | £365,657 |
| 16 Holyrood Street, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £456,500 | 2017-03-07 | £634,548 |
| 13 Holyrood Street, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £129,000 | 2013-07-02 | £202,806 |
| Full-Time Employee | 117 |
| Part-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 46 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Other | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Church of England Aided Primary School Hazel Close , PO30 5GD | 3out of 4 | 797 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Primary School Furrlongs , PO30 2AX | 3out of 4 | 808 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nine Acres Primary School South View , PO30 1QP | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunnyhill Primary School Forest Road , PO30 5SH | 3out of 4 | 1,069 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Summerfields Primary School Atkinson Drive , PO30 2LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Community 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 | 1,512 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina College Fairlee Road , PO30 2DX | 2out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carisbrooke College Mountbatten Drive , PO30 5QU | 2out of 4 | 1,666 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 | 527 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 | 817 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Island Learning Centre Albany Road , PO30 5HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,071 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School Watergate Rd , PO30 1XW | 3out of 4 | 1,435 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Beatrice Avenue , PO32 6LP | - not rated | 4,902 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Da Vinci Restaurant | 11 Holyrood Street, Newport | 2 yd | |
| Kusina Restobar | 7 - 8 Holyrood Street, Newport | 2 yd | |
| Wyatts Bar And Grill | 24A Holyrood Street, Newport | 76 yd | |
| Hong Kong Express | Holyrood Street, Newport | 100 yd | |
| Burrs Restaurant | 27 - 28 Lugley Street, Newport | 117 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newport Ale House | 24A Holyrood Street, Newport | 76 yd | |
| The Railway Medina | Railway Medina, 1 Sea Street | 89 yd | |
| Slug \& Lettuce | Yates' Bar, 23 - 26 High Street | 196 yd | |
| Hogshead | Hogshead Pub, 20 High Street | 203 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Hotel | 16 St Thomas Square, Newport | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheer Pink | 24B Holyrood Street, Newport | 74 yd | |
| Ephesus Pizza & Grill | 137 High Street, Newport | 126 yd | |
| Wight Grill House | 144 High Street, Newport | 126 yd | |
| Smashin Burgers | 2 St Thomas Square, Newport | 148 yd | |
| Oggies | St Thomas Square, Newport | 172 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Riverway, Newport | 182 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, South Street | 283 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Sainsbury's, Foxes Road | 478 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer | Marks And Spencer Plc, Church Litten | 530 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | St Georges Way, Newport | 996 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Isle Be Fit Holyrood Street | health and fitness suite | 4 yd |
| Fit2Relax Fitness Room (Closed) St George's Physiotherapy St George's Physiotherapy St. James Street | health and fitness suite | 212 yd |
| Fit2Relax Gym (Closed) Bowling Green Lane | health and fitness suite | 425 yd |
| Isle Of Wight College DODNOR LANE | health and fitness suite | 665 yd |
| Barton Primary School And Early Years Centre (Closed) GREEN STREET | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Fitness Factory 1A 1A PORTLAND STREET | health and fitness suite | 686 yd |
| Seaclose Recreation Ground SEACLOSE PARK PUBLIC CONVENIENCE SEACLOSE PARK PUBLIC CONVENIENCE FAIRLEE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 731 yd |
| Barton Primary School BARTON PRIMARY SCHOOL BARTON PRIMARY SCHOOL FURRLONGS | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| Nine Acres Playing Field ELM GROVE | grass pitches | 954 yd |
| St Georges Park St. Georges Way | grass pitches | 1,010 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 53.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 61.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 328.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.