Cranleigh Gardens is in Cowes and in Isle Of Wight district. PO31 8AS is located in the Cowes South & Northwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Isle of Wight. This postcode has been in use since 1995-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cranleigh Gardens, Cowes, PO31 8AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO31 8AT, PO31 8AB, PO31 8AJ, PO31 8QB, PO31 8AL, PO31 8AD, PO31 8QL, PO31 8AH, PO31 8LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO31 8AS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.8% 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 | 50% | 52.8% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 50% | 47.2% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 24.7% | 25.9% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.9% | 44% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -0.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 12.5% | 1.9% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 13.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 (65.5%) 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 | 36.2% | 34.9% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -13.5% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 30.6% | -5.9% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 19.6% | 19% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 11.9% | 7.7% | 4.0% | 7.9% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 3.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 25.7% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 12.8% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22% | 13.3% | -8.7% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 8% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 16.4% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.3% | 22.1% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.8% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 100% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 98.8% | 98.4% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| Germany | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 23.4% | 13.5% | 9.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 47.2% | 46.2% | 1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cranleigh Gardens was 30.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 41.3% lower than the Cowes Medina average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cranleigh Gardens has the 21st lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Cowes Medina and the 132nd lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Cranleigh Gardens, Cowes, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2023-12-06 | £352,899 |
| 1 Cranleigh Gardens, Cowes, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-03-24 | £333,493 |
| 1 Cranleigh Gardens, Cowes, Isle Of Wight Other, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2018-12-11 | £324,607 |
| 1 Cranleigh Gardens, Cowes, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2018-12-11 | £355,766 |
| 1A Cranleigh Gardens, Cowes, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £252,600 | 2017-08-18 | £337,043 |
PO31 8AS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 PO31 8AS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood Primary School Wyatts Lane , Northwood PO31 8PU | 3out of 4 | 801 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lanesend Primary School Love Lane , PO31 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,303 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gurnard Primary School Baring Road , PO31 8DS | 3out of 4 | 2,114 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowes Primary School Edinburgh Close , PO31 8HF | 3out of 4 | 2,142 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensgate Foundation Primary Beatrice Avenue , PO32 6PA | 3out of 4 | 2,793 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cowes Enterprise College, An Ormiston Academy Crossfield Avenue , PO31 8HB | 3out of 4 | 2,406 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina College Fairlee Road , PO30 2DX | 2out of 4 | 4,577 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 | 4,745 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priory School Beatrice Avenue , PO32 6LP | - not rated | 3,453 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Island Learning Centre Albany Road , PO30 5HZ | 3out of 4 | 4,400 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAE Cowes | BAE Systems, Newport Road | 492 yd | |
| The Range Coffee Shop | The Range, 79 Place Road | 759 yd | |
| Kick Back Café | Unit 1 \& 2, Somerton Industrial Estate | 1,082 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Horseshoe Inn | Horseshoe Inn, 353 Newport Road | 646 yd | |
| The Travellers Joy | Travellers Joy, 85 Pallance Road | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flavour Trayz | 5B The Prospect Business Centre, Prospect Road | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Aldi, Airfield Way | 920 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northwood Primary School WYATTS LANE | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| In Shape Fitness Studio THREE GATES ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,041 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 938.88 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 938.88 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 131.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 928.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.