College Close is in Sandown and in Isle Of Wight district. PO36 8ED is located in the Sandown North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Isle of Wight. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about College Close, Sandown, PO36 8ED and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO36 8EU, PO36 8EA, PO36 9AZ, PO36 8BS, PO36 8DY, PO36 9FG, PO36 8RB, PO36 8DZ, PO36 9AT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO36 8ED, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 49.4% | 52.2% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 50.6% | 47.8% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 29.1% | 31.3% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 41.8% | -11.3% | 44.2% | -2.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 5.1% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 9.4% | 9.8% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 11.4% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 38.6% | 33% | -5.6% | 48.4% | -15.4% |
| Good health | 43.2% | 44.3% | 1.1% | 33.6% | 10.7% |
| Fair health | 12% | 16% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.8% | 25.3% | -0.5% | 18.2% | 7.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.2% | 13.3% | -5.9% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 12% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 9.8% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 19.9% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.2% | 17.4% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.2% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| 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 | 98.5% | 97.4% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 93.4% | 91.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 5.4% | 6.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 91.8% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.3% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.6% | 76.7% | -4.1% |
| Poland | 5.6% | 1.3% | 4.3% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around College Close was 43.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.7% lower than the Brading & St Helens average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
College Close has the 6th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Brading & St Helens and the 207th lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 - 9 College Close, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Other, an established residential building | £486,000 | 2015-03-18 | £678,468 |
PO36 8ED 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 PO36 8ED area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Part-Time Employee | 62 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brading Church of England Controlled Primary School West Street , Brading PO36 0DS | 3out of 4 | 2,217 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadlea Primary School Newport Road , Lake PO36 9PE | 2out of 4 | 2,633 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatten and Lake Primary School Oaklyn Gardens , PO37 7DG | 3out of 4 | 3,325 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newchurch Primary School School Lane , Newchurch PO36 0NL | 3out of 4 | 4,303 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy Albert Road , PO37 7LY | 3out of 4 | 4,692 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Church of England School Winchester Park Road , Isle of Wight PO36 9BA | 3out of 4 | 926 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Chameleon Cafe | 34 Avenue Road, Sandown | 465 yd | |
| St Johns Pre-School | Carter Street, Sandown | 515 yd | |
| Nate Doggs | Sands Hotel, 19 - 21 Culver Parade | 573 yd | |
| Driftwood Beach Bar N Grill | Driftwood Cafe, Culver Parade | 573 yd | |
| Sandham Gardens Kiosk | Sandham Gardens, Culver Parade | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caulkheads | 42 Avenue Road, Sandown | 429 yd | |
| Sandown Bowls & Sports Club (1926) Ltd | Sandham Gardens, Culver Parade | 573 yd | |
| OYO Marina Bar | Marina Bay Hotel, 17 Culver Parade | 573 yd | |
| The Tap | 2 Avenue Road, Sandown | 634 yd | |
| Sandown Conservative \& Unionist Club | Sandown Conservative And Unionist Club, 92 Station Avenue | 783 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue Road Chippy | Kellys Chip Shop, 36 Avenue Road | 457 yd | |
| Skynet Kiosk | Sandham Gardens, Culver Parade | 573 yd | |
| Urban Waffle | Sandown Boulevard, OYO Marina | 579 yd | |
| Smoking Naan | Sandown Boulevard, OYO Marina | 579 yd | |
| Samir's Shawarma | 27 Culver Parade, Sandown | 586 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | Broadway Garage, 132 Avenue Road | 233 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 31 - 35 High Street | 1,022 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 | 75.0% |
| 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.