Sylvan Avenue is in East Cowes and in Isle Of Wight district. PO32 6QB is located in the East Cowes 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 Sylvan Avenue, East Cowes, PO32 6QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO32 6PD, PO32 6QR, PO32 6QT, PO32 6QS, PO32 6QA, PO32 6QD, PO32 6QU, PO32 6SJ, PO32 6PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO32 6QB, 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 | 52.8% | 52.8% | 0.0% | 51.0% | 1.8% |
| Male | 47.2% | 47.2% | 0.0% | 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 | 15.5% | 25.3% | 9.8% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 48.1% | -10.3% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 11.6% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 14.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 8.1% |
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 (69.3%) 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 | 32% | 30.6% | -1.4% | 48.4% | -17.8% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 38.7% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 24.4% | 21.8% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 9.1% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 6.5% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 35.7% | 23.4% | -12.3% | 18.2% | 5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 13% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.8% | 13.4% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.6% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 16.9% | 6.0% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 23.4% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 5% | 4.3% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.4% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 95.2% | 95.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 95.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.4% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 76.7% | 10.8% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.9% | 37.2% | 0.7% |
| Christian | 56.5% | 46.2% | 10.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sylvan Avenue was 32.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.1% lower than the East Cowes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sylvan Avenue has the 8th lowest crime rate of 23 local areas in East Cowes and the 151st lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -83.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 58 Sylvan Avenue, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2023-11-24 | £280,296 |
| 62 Sylvan Avenue, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-02-24 | £315,374 |
| 56 Sylvan Avenue, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2021-05-14 | £235,317 |
| 57 Sylvan Avenue, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £222,000 | 2020-07-03 | £264,148 |
| 58 Sylvan Avenue, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2014-08-27 | £308,512 |
PO32 6QB 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 PO32 6QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 57% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 132 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Millfield Avenue , PO32 6AS | 2out of 4 | 623 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensgate Foundation Primary Beatrice Avenue , PO32 6PA | 3out of 4 | 1,516 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lanesend Primary School Love Lane , PO31 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowes Primary School Edinburgh Close , PO31 8HF | 3out of 4 | 1,826 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gurnard Primary School Baring Road , PO31 8DS | 3out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Community 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 | 1,955 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priory School Beatrice Avenue , PO32 6LP | - not rated | 2,372 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabreeze Coffee Shop | 26 York Avenue, East Cowes | 526 yd | |
| The Lunch Box Cafe | 1 Clarence Road, East Cowes | 556 yd | |
| Bettys Door | 5 Clarence Road, East Cowes | 558 yd | |
| The Link Kiosk | 37 Medina Road, Cowes | 934 yd | |
| Ali Cat Of Cowes | Thetis Wharf, Medina Road | 945 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osborne Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Osborne Road | 514 yd | |
| East Cowes Liberal Club Ltd | 17 York Avenue, East Cowes | 526 yd | |
| East Cowes Conservative Club | 11 Clarence Road, East Cowes | 556 yd | |
| Victoria Tavern | 62 Clarence Road, East Cowes | 633 yd | |
| The Ship And Castle | Ship And Castle, 21 Castle Street | 687 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samels Ltd | Samels, 21 Clarence Road | 556 yd | |
| The Galley IOW Ltd | 11 Ferry Road, East Cowes | 677 yd | |
| Prego | 28 Castle Street, East Cowes | 708 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 1 Dover Road, East Cowes | 717 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | Waitrose Ltd, Well Road | 625 yd | |
| Co-Operative Group | 16 - 24 York Avenue, East Cowes | 638 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Osborne Golf Club OSBORNE HOUSE ESTATE | golf | 822 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 108.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 527.47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 527.47 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 80.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 537.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.