Darts Lane is in Bembridge and in Isle Of Wight district. PO35 5YH is located in the Bembridge 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 Darts Lane, Bembridge, PO35 5YH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO35 5YD, PO35 5NE, PO35 5YJ, PO35 5SB, PO35 5RT, PO35 5RZ, PO35 5RY, PO35 5RU, PO35 5SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO35 5YH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56% | 50.5% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 44% | 49.5% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 PO35 5YH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.6% 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 | 10.4% | 17.9% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.7% | 62.6% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 18.4% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 7.4% | 3.6% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 18% | 11.6% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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 | 30.4% | 35.8% | 5.4% | 48.4% | -12.6% |
| Good health | 34% | 36.3% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 24.6% | 23.9% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 11.2% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 4% | -3.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 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 | 25.7% | 15.7% | -10.0% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 10.5% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.8% | 13.6% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 15.7% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.5% | 37.2% | 7.7% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.6% | -5.0% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.5% | 97% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 94.8% | 92.2% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.2% | 93.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.2% | 37.2% | -12.0% |
| Christian | 61.4% | 46.2% | 15.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 11.9% | 6.0% | 5.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Darts Lane was 5.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.0% lower than the Bembridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Darts Lane has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Bembridge and the 8th lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yenhay Cottage Darts Lane, Bembridge, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £351,100 | 2011-06-23 | £559,680 |
PO35 5YH 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 PO35 5YH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 65% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 123 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Full-Time Employee | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bembridge Church of England Primary School Walls Road , PO35 5RH | 4out of 4 | 996 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Helens Primary School Broomlands Close , St Helens PO33 1XH | 3out of 4 | 1,902 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nettlestone Primary School Nettlestone Green , PO34 5DY | 3out of 4 | 3,363 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brading Church of England Controlled Primary School West Street , Brading PO36 0DS | 3out of 4 | 4,531 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lu Shan | Sherbourne Street, Bembridge | 140 yd | |
| Lagom Coffee Limited | Sherbourne House, Sherbourne Street | 142 yd | |
| RNLI - Bembridge | Bembridge Village Hall, 14 High Street | 165 yd | |
| Bembridge Bakery | 35 High Street, Bembridge | 165 yd | |
| Bembridge Friendship Circle | Bembridge Village Hall, 14 High Street | 165 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bembridge Sailing Club | Embankment Road, Bembridge | 440 yd | |
| Old Village Inn | 61 High Street, Bembridge | 486 yd | |
| Bembridge Bowling Club | Mitten Road, Bembridge | 549 yd | |
| The Birdham At Bembridge | 1 Steyne Road, Bembridge | 825 yd | |
| Steve's Bar | Harbour Office, The Duver | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jade Garden Chinese Take Away | 59 High Street, Bembridge | 486 yd | |
| The Best Dressed Crab | The Best Dressed Crab Ltd, Fishermans Wharf, Embankment Road | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | Co-ooperative Retail Services Ltd, Sherbourne Street | 109 yd | |
| Co-Op Welcome | Lane End Court, Lane End Road | 831 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Steyne Park RECREATION GROUND PUBLIC CONVENIENCE RECREATION GROUND PUBLIC CONVENIENCE STEYNE ROAD | grass pitches | 951 yd |
| Bembridge Ce Primary School WALLS ROAD | grass pitches | 974 yd |
| Bembridge Youth & Community Centre STEYNE ROAD | 978 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.