Nelson Lane is in Ryde and in Isle Of Wight district. PO33 2EJ is located in the Ryde North West 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 Lane, Ryde, PO33 2EJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO33 2DZ, PO33 2EH, PO33 2AX, PO33 2EF, PO33 2AL, PO33 2EE, PO33 2EG, PO33 2ET, PO33 2EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO33 2EJ 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 | 45% | 51.1% | 6.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 55% | 48.9% | -6.1% | 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.
In the immediate area around PO33 2EJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 50% | 46.6% | -3.4% | 37.9% | 8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.7% | 28.5% | 1.8% | 44.2% | -15.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 17.2% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 8.1% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 4.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 43.8% | 41.5% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 31.8% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 18.1% | 5.0% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 7.2% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 21% | 16.4% | -4.6% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 13.2% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 16.4% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.2% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.2% | 19.6% | 3.4% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 24.2% | 2.8% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 5.2% | 1.8% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.6% 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 | 1.6% | 1.8% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 95.2% | 91.6% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 10.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 87.3% | 91.7% | 4.4% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 7.2% | 2.5% | -4.7% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| 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 | 86.1% | 91% | 4.9% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 4.8% | 5.7% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.7% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.3% | 76.7% | -13.4% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 32.7% | 13.5% | 19.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58% | 37.2% | 20.8% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nelson Lane was 498.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 776.7% higher than the Ryde Appley & Elmfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nelson Lane has the 2nd highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Ryde Appley & Elmfield and the 7th highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 325.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cabin Nelson Lane, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2023-12-11 | £198,854 |
| The Cabin Nelson Lane, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2016-11-17 | £174,443 |
| The Cabin Nelson Lane, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £141,500 | 2010-11-29 | £224,318 |
| 3 The Cabin Nelson Lane, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2007-07-25 | £186,321 |
| 3 The Cabin Nelson Lane, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2005-02-11 | £187,554 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover Park Primary School Dover Street , PO33 2BN | 3out of 4 | 579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Ampthill Road , PO33 1LJ | 2out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School, Ryde Appley Road , PO33 1NE | 2out of 4 | 1,422 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenmount Primary School St Vincents Road , PO33 3PT | 3out of 4 | 1,508 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haylands Primary School Bettesworth Road , PO33 3HA | 3out of 4 | 1,923 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryde Academy Pell Lane , PO33 3LN | 3out of 4 | 1,593 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryde School with Upper Chine Queen's Road , PO33 3BE | - not rated | 812 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herb's Green Food | 20 Esplanade, Ryde | 29 yd | |
| Ryde Superbowl | L A Bowl Esplanade Pavilion, Esplanade | 137 yd | |
| Alamo Bar And Grill | 5 - 6 Esplanade, Ryde | 185 yd | |
| Harbour House | Esplanade, Ryde | 185 yd | |
| Heron Food | 1 Castle Street, Ryde | 210 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ryde Pavilion Bar And Grill/The Balcony | Balcony Nightclub, Esplanade Pavilion | 137 yd | |
| The King Lud | 2 Esplanade, Ryde | 185 yd | |
| Coburgs | Royal Squadron, 70 Union Street | 299 yd | |
| Bar 74 | 74 Union Street, Ryde | 299 yd | |
| Artisan Cocktail Bar \& Grill | 24 - 24A Union Street, Ryde | 308 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esplanade Fsh Bar | 13 Esplanade, Ryde | 143 yd | |
| Little John Takeaway | 1 Esplanade, Ryde | 185 yd | |
| Hong Kong Express | 3 Esplanade, Ryde | 185 yd | |
| The Cod Father | 14 Esplanade, Ryde | 185 yd | |
| Esplanade Ice Cream Parlour | 8 Esplanade, Ryde | 189 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 23/23A Union Street, Ryde | 308 yd | |
| Co-Operative | 4 Anglesea Street, Ryde | 524 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland, 45 - 48 High Street | 693 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ryde Arena (Closed) QUAY ROAD | ice rinks | 127 yd |
| Simeon Street Recreation Ground SIMEON STREET | grass pitches | 543 yd |
| Dover Park Primary School DOVER STREET | grass pitches | 568 yd |
| Waterside Pool ESPLANADE | swimming pool | 642 yd |
| Ryde School With Upper Chine (Main Site) Queens Road | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| St Mary'S Catholic Primary School AMPTHILL ROAD | grass pitches | 1,047 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.