Nelson Close is in East Cowes and in Isle Of Wight district. PO32 6QP is located in the Osborne 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 Nelson Close, East Cowes, PO32 6QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO32 6QW, PO32 6QN, PO32 6BQ, PO32 6BW, PO32 6QL, PO32 6QJ, PO32 6AG, PO32 6EX, PO32 6DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO32 6QP has a slightly higher male population, with 52.6% 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 | 51.5% | 47.4% | -4.1% | 51.0% | -3.6% |
| Male | 48.5% | 52.6% | 4.1% | 49.0% | 3.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PO32 6QP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.5% | 31.8% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 52.1% | 2.1% | 44.2% | 7.9% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 11.4% | 9.2% | -2.2% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 3.8% | -6.0% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 40.8% | 47.6% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 38% | 31.2% | -6.8% | 33.6% | -2.4% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 15.6% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 5.4% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 23.2% | 13.3% | -9.9% | 18.2% | -4.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 9.9% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 18.4% | 3.0% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 8.8% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 19% | 5.9% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 30.6% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -3.2% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.8% | 95.4% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 95.9% | 95.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.4% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 94% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.4% | 76.7% | -2.3% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 42.9% | 46.2% | -3.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nelson Close was 59.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.0% lower than the East Cowes average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nelson Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in East Cowes and the 208th highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 49.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 10.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Nelson Close, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-08-17 | £216,436 |
| 5 Nelson Close, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2014-06-30 | £194,832 |
| 2 Nelson Close, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2012-09-12 | £263,048 |
| 8 Nelson Close, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2010-06-30 | £206,925 |
| 1 Nelson Close, East Cowes, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2007-06-04 | £226,708 |
PO32 6QP 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 35 |
| Education | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School Millfield Avenue , PO32 6AS | 2out of 4 | 983 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensgate Foundation Primary Beatrice Avenue , PO32 6PA | 3out of 4 | 1,122 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lanesend Primary School Love Lane , PO31 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,775 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cowes Primary School Edinburgh Close , PO31 8HF | 3out of 4 | 1,999 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gurnard Primary School Baring Road , PO31 8DS | 3out of 4 | 2,937 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 | 2,172 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Medina College Fairlee Road , PO30 2DX | 2out of 4 | 5,070 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,999 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 | 794 yd | |
| Bettys Door | 5 Clarence Road, East Cowes | 798 yd | |
| The Lunch Box Cafe | 1 Clarence Road, East Cowes | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osborne Masonic Club | Masonic Hall, Osborne Road | 681 yd | |
| Victoria Tavern | 62 Clarence Road, East Cowes | 710 yd | |
| East Cowes Conservative Club | 11 Clarence Road, East Cowes | 794 yd | |
| East Cowes Liberal Club Ltd | 17 York Avenue, East Cowes | 794 yd | |
| The Lifeboat | Lifeboat Inn, Britannia Way | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samels Ltd | Samels, 21 Clarence Road | 794 yd | |
| The Galley IOW Ltd | 11 Ferry Road, East Cowes | 902 yd | |
| Prego | 28 Castle Street, East Cowes | 973 yd | |
| Jade Garden | 1 Dover Road, East Cowes | 998 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | Waitrose Ltd, Well Road | 896 yd | |
| Co-Operative Group | 16 - 24 York Avenue, East Cowes | 903 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Osborne Golf Club OSBORNE HOUSE ESTATE | golf | 665 yd |
| Queens Gate Foundation Primary BEATRICE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 893 yd |
| East Cowes Victoria Athletic Football Club BEATRICE AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,027 yd |
| New Life Gym (Closed) Arctic Road | health and fitness suite | 1,050 yd |
| Urban Metro (Cowes) (Closed) Unit 5-6 Unit 5-6 Arctic Road | health and fitness suite | 1,077 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 | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 57.43 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.