George Street is in Ryde and in Isle Of Wight district. PO33 2EW 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 George Street, Ryde, PO33 2EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO33 2EG, PO33 2EQ, PO33 2FL, PO33 2AZ, PO33 2EB, PO33 2JD, PO33 2FR, PO33 2FZ, PO33 2EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO33 2EW 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 2EW, 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 George Street 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.
George Street 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 George Street, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £98,000 | 2025-03-25 | £95,286 |
| Flat 3 17 George Street, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-11-15 | £119,869 |
| 39 George Street, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £174,500 | 2023-12-08 | £165,612 |
| Flat 4 Thomas Court, 20A George Street, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2022-05-17 | £114,480 |
| Flat 1 Thomas Court, 20A George Street, Ryde, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2022-04-20 | £131,729 |
| 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 | 590 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School Ampthill Road , PO33 1LJ | 2out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Greenmount Primary School St Vincents Road , PO33 3PT | 3out of 4 | 1,364 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield Church of England Aided Primary School, Ryde Appley Road , PO33 1NE | 2out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haylands Primary School Bettesworth Road , PO33 3HA | 3out of 4 | 1,839 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 | 1,463 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 | 676 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Of India | 10 Union Street, Ryde | 113 yd | |
| Coffee Nut | 7 Union Street, Ryde | 113 yd | |
| House Of Zabre Cafe Bar | 12 Union Street, Ryde | 113 yd | |
| Game On | 5 Union Street, Ryde | 113 yd | |
| Alamo Bar And Grill | 5 - 6 Esplanade, Ryde | 116 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The King Lud | 2 Esplanade, Ryde | 116 yd | |
| Artisan Cocktail Bar \& Grill | 24 - 24A Union Street, Ryde | 160 yd | |
| Coburgs | Royal Squadron, 70 Union Street | 175 yd | |
| Bar 74 | 74 Union Street, Ryde | 175 yd | |
| Fumo33 | 32 - 33 Union Street, Ryde | 206 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Esplanade Fsh Bar | 13 Esplanade, Ryde | 104 yd | |
| Esplanade Ice Cream Parlour | 8 Esplanade, Ryde | 115 yd | |
| Little John Takeaway | 1 Esplanade, Ryde | 116 yd | |
| Hong Kong Express | 3 Esplanade, Ryde | 116 yd | |
| The Cod Father | 14 Esplanade, Ryde | 116 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 23/23A Union Street, Ryde | 160 yd | |
| Co-Operative | 4 Anglesea Street, Ryde | 407 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland, 45 - 48 High Street | 587 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ryde Arena (Closed) QUAY ROAD | ice rinks | 255 yd |
| Dover Park Primary School DOVER STREET | grass pitches | 548 yd |
| Simeon Street Recreation Ground SIMEON STREET | grass pitches | 649 yd |
| Ryde School With Upper Chine (Main Site) Queens Road | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Waterside Pool ESPLANADE | swimming pool | 773 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 | 98.5% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 65.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.