The Willows is in Newport and in Isle Of Wight district. PO30 5YR is located in the Newport West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Isle of Wight. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Willows, Newport, PO30 5YR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO30 5FF, PO30 5FB, PO30 5FR, PO30 5QP, PO30 5FJ, PO30 5FE, PO30 5FT, PO30 5FD, PO30 5FL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO30 5YR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.1% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.9% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 36% | 39.8% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.7% | 39.8% | -0.9% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.3% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 15.4% | 14.4% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 1.9% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.7% | 48.5% | -5.2% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 37% | 5.4% | 33.6% | 3.4% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 12.2% | 0.8% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
In the area around PO30 5YR this area, 8.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.3% | 8.3% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 12.5% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 29.9% | 18.5% | -11.4% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 6.5% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 22.2% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 31% | 10.9% | 33.8% | -2.8% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 96.5% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 93.1% 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% | 93.1% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 93.1% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0.8% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.6% | 37.2% | 20.4% |
| Christian | 34.7% | 46.2% | -11.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.7% | 0.6% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Willows was 18.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.8% lower than the Carisbrooke & Gunville average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Willows has the 6th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Carisbrooke & Gunville and the 60th lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 The Willows, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-04-19 | £193,576 |
| 6 The Willows, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £83,500 | 2023-02-22 | £80,445 |
| 22 The Willows, Newport, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2022-10-07 | £247,222 |
| 28 The Willows, Newport, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2022-08-30 | £313,737 |
| 4 The Willows, Newport, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2022-04-29 | £81,127 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 407 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunnyhill Primary School Forest Road , PO30 5SH | 3out of 4 | 605 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nine Acres Primary School South View , PO30 1QP | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School Wellington Road , Carisbrooke PO30 5QT | 3out of 4 | 1,107 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School High Street , Carisbrooke PO30 1NR | 3out of 4 | 1,388 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carisbrooke College Mountbatten Drive , PO30 5QU | 2out of 4 | 1,043 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ The King College Wellington Road , PO30 5QT | 1out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina College Fairlee Road , PO30 2DX | 2out of 4 | 2,063 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 | 799 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 | 602 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina House School School Lane , PO30 2HS | 3out of 4 | 1,629 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School Watergate Rd , PO30 1XW | 3out of 4 | 1,860 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory School Beatrice Avenue , PO32 6LP | - not rated | 5,176 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 | 313 yd | |
| Fry Nation | 84 - 85 High Street, Newport | 579 yd | |
| The Living Room | 83 High Street, Newport | 579 yd | |
| Wow Women's Centre | St James' Centre, 4 - 5 St James Street | 609 yd | |
| Hewitt's Restaurant | 33 Lugley Street, Newport | 624 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crispin | Cask And Crispin, 8 - 10 Carisbrooke Road | 587 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | 91 High Street, Newport | 592 yd | |
| Craft Catering | Newport Masonic Hall, 31 Lugley Street | 624 yd | |
| Newport Masonic Club (Bar) | Newport Masonic Hall, 31 Lugley Street | 624 yd | |
| Man In The Moon | The Man In The Moon, 16 - 17 St James Street | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Fortune | 7 St James Street, Newport | 609 yd | |
| Chia Wing Chinese Takeaway | 3 Carisbrooke Road, Newport | 615 yd | |
| No 1 Wok | 66 Pyle Street, Newport | 738 yd | |
| Costa | 21 St James Square, Newport | 776 yd | |
| Kenny's Newport Ltd | 24A St James Square, Newport | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | Sainsbury's, Foxes Road | 336 yd | |
| Lidl | Riverway, Newport | 715 yd | |
| Morrisons | Morrisons Supermarket, South Street | 1,018 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 | 608 yd |
| Downside Middle School (Kitbridge Campus) (Closed) Forest Road | grass pitches | 684 yd |
| Hunnyhill Primary School FOREST ROAD | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Fitness Factory 1A 1A PORTLAND STREET | health and fitness suite | 693 yd |
| Isle Of Wight College DODNOR LANE | health and fitness suite | 764 yd |
| Victoria Recreation Ground THE PAVILION THE PAVILION RECREATION GROUND ROAD | grass pitches | 783 yd |
| Isle Be Fit Holyrood Street | health and fitness suite | 813 yd |
| Carisbrooke College MOUNTBATTEN DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 921 yd |
| Fit2Relax Gym (Closed) Bowling Green Lane | health and fitness suite | 926 yd |
| Nine Acres Playing Field ELM GROVE | grass pitches | 1,050 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 | 70.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 327.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 327.7 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 328.2 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.