Sylvan Drive is in Newport and in Isle Of Wight district. PO30 5QR is located in the Newport West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Isle of Wight. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sylvan Drive, Newport, PO30 5QR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO30 5FU, PO30 5JH, PO30 5QP, PO30 5DF, PO30 5FE, PO30 5JQ, PO30 5UN, PO30 5DJ, PO30 5FF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO30 5QR has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% of the population 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 | 56.2% | 56.8% | 0.6% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 43.8% | 43.2% | -0.6% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
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 | 31.8% | 29.6% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.8% | 30.8% | 3.0% | 44.2% | -13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 18.9% | 7.6% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 25.8% | 16% | -9.8% | 6.1% | 9.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.2% | 31.5% | 1.3% | 48.4% | -16.9% |
| Good health | 41.4% | 32.6% | -8.8% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 23.1% | 27.2% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 14.5% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 6% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 35.8% | 21% | -14.8% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 13.2% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 15% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 4.2% | -1.1% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.3% | 13.2% | 5.9% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.2% | 26.9% | 7.7% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 5.3% | 6.6% | 1.3% | 2.8% | 3.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 3.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | 1.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.4% | 94.5% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 95.3% | 92.3% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.1% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 5.5% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -0.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 91.8% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 3.8% | 2.0% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 3.8% | 0.2% | 3.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 48.9% | 46.2% | 2.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sylvan Drive was 308.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 381.3% higher than the Carisbrooke & Gunville average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sylvan Drive has the 4th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Carisbrooke & Gunville and the 19th highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 127.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4A Sylvan Drive, Newport, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2024-11-29 | £131,392 |
| 8A Sylvan Drive, Newport, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-03-27 | £126,210 |
| 24 Sylvan Drive, Newport, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2023-08-30 | £203,638 |
| 4A Sylvan Drive, Newport, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-07-21 | £112,610 |
| 35 Sylvan Drive, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £261,500 | 2022-10-07 | £248,648 |
The percentage of retired residents living in PO30 5QR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Self-Employed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 470 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunnyhill Primary School Forest Road , PO30 5SH | 3out of 4 | 637 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nine Acres Primary School South View , PO30 1QP | 3out of 4 | 959 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School Wellington Road , Carisbrooke PO30 5QT | 3out of 4 | 1,224 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barton Primary School Furrlongs , PO30 2AX | 3out of 4 | 1,359 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,252 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carisbrooke College Mountbatten Drive , PO30 5QU | 2out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina College Fairlee Road , PO30 2DX | 2out of 4 | 1,829 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 | 571 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Island Learning Centre Albany Road , PO30 5HZ | 3out of 4 | 637 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina House School School Lane , PO30 2HS | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School Watergate Rd , PO30 1XW | 3out of 4 | 1,740 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Beatrice Avenue , PO32 6LP | - not rated | 5,022 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radish | McCarthy And Stone, Foxes Road | 225 yd | |
| Wow Women's Centre | St James' Centre, 4 - 5 St James Street | 364 yd | |
| Hewitt's Restaurant | 33 Lugley Street, Newport | 408 yd | |
| Fry Nation | 84 - 85 High Street, Newport | 435 yd | |
| The Living Room | 83 High Street, Newport | 435 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craft Catering | Newport Masonic Hall, 31 Lugley Street | 408 yd | |
| Newport Masonic Club (Bar) | Newport Masonic Hall, 31 Lugley Street | 408 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | 91 High Street, Newport | 410 yd | |
| Man In The Moon | The Man In The Moon, 16 - 17 St James Street | 432 yd | |
| Newport (IW) Social Club | Newport (IOW) Social Club, 13 - 14 St James Street | 432 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Fortune | 7 St James Street, Newport | 364 yd | |
| Chia Wing Chinese Takeaway | 3 Carisbrooke Road, Newport | 491 yd | |
| No 1 Wok | 66 Pyle Street, Newport | 550 yd | |
| Sheer Pink | 24B Holyrood Street, Newport | 551 yd | |
| Costa | 21 St James Square, Newport | 559 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | Sainsbury's, Foxes Road | 112 yd | |
| Lidl | Riverway, Newport | 449 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, South Street | 783 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer | Marks And Spencer Plc, Church Litten | 921 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fit2Relax Fitness Room (Closed) St George's Physiotherapy St George's Physiotherapy St. James Street | health and fitness suite | 362 yd |
| Isle Be Fit Holyrood Street | health and fitness suite | 555 yd |
| Isle Of Wight College DODNOR LANE | health and fitness suite | 575 yd |
| Fitness Factory 1A 1A PORTLAND STREET | health and fitness suite | 633 yd |
| Fit2Relax Gym (Closed) Bowling Green Lane | health and fitness suite | 740 yd |
| Downside Middle School (Kitbridge Campus) (Closed) Forest Road | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| Hunnyhill Primary School FOREST ROAD | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Victoria Recreation Ground THE PAVILION THE PAVILION RECREATION GROUND ROAD | grass pitches | 929 yd |
| Nine Acres Playing Field ELM GROVE | grass pitches | 1,002 yd |
| Seaclose Recreation Ground SEACLOSE PARK PUBLIC CONVENIENCE SEACLOSE PARK PUBLIC CONVENIENCE FAIRLEE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,053 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% |
| Median download speed | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 117.37 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 117.37 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 116.34 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.