Ranelagh Road is in Lake, Sandown and in Isle Of Wight district. PO36 8NT is located in the Lake North 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 Ranelagh Road, Lake, Sandown, PO36 8NT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO36 8PR, PO36 8NS, PO36 8PP, PO36 8NU, PO36 8NZ, PO36 8NX, PO36 8NY, PO36 8PA, PO36 8NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO36 8NT has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 50.7% | 49.5% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 49.3% | 50.5% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 PO36 8NT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.5% 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 | 25% | 23.2% | -1.8% | 37.9% | -14.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 58.5% | 5.2% | 44.2% | 14.3% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 10% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 9.4% | 7.1% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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% | 37.1% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 37.4% | 43.2% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 9.6% |
| Fair health | 14% | 11.8% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 18.6% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 11.2% | -1.9% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 16.1% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 7.9% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 16.9% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 26.9% | 6.8% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.7% | 99.3% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 97.6% | 95.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.3% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.2% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83% | 76.7% | 6.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ranelagh Road was 22.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.7% lower than the Lake North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ranelagh Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Lake North and the 75th lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Ranelagh Road, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-05-12 | £336,122 |
| 24B Ranelagh Road, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-03-03 | £258,494 |
| 24C Ranelagh Road, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2020-05-27 | £341,796 |
| 18 Ranelagh Road, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £250,500 | 2018-01-26 | £327,908 |
| 47 Ranelagh Road, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2017-09-08 | £209,742 |
The percentage of retired residents living in PO36 8NT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Education | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Other | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadlea Primary School Newport Road , Lake PO36 9PE | 2out of 4 | 781 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatten and Lake Primary School Oaklyn Gardens , PO37 7DG | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy Albert Road , PO37 7LY | 3out of 4 | 2,690 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newchurch Primary School School Lane , Newchurch PO36 0NL | 3out of 4 | 3,720 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brading Church of England Controlled Primary School West Street , Brading PO36 0DS | 3out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | 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 | 1,132 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Cafe | Lake Slipway Public Convenience, Cliff Road | 71 yd | |
| Free Food In Sandown | 29 Sandown Road, Lake | 346 yd | |
| LB's Boardwalk Cafe | Sandown Pier, Esplanade | 851 yd | |
| Tradewinds Beach Cafe | Dunroamin Revetment, Esplanade | 851 yd | |
| Fins Beach Cafe | Dunroamin Revetment, Esplanade | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Porter Club Ltd | 77 Sandown Road, Lake | 500 yd | |
| Scruffy Jacks | Sandown Pier, Esplanade | 662 yd | |
| Sandown Masonic Centre | Masonic Hall, 13 Melville Street | 829 yd | |
| Flanagans | 7 Pier Street, Sandown | 906 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | The Castle, 12 - 14 Fitzroy Street | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Fish Bar | 16 Sandown Road, Lake | 309 yd | |
| Ko-Sing | 15 Sandown Road, Lake | 354 yd | |
| Bay Leaf Indian Restaurant | 17 Sandown Road, Lake | 358 yd | |
| Kimbo's Chinese Takeaway | 9 Sandown Road, Lake | 358 yd | |
| Lake Kebab & Pizza House | 21 Sandown Road, Lake | 358 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, The Fairway | 409 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 31 - 35 High Street | 1,016 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Heights Leisure Centre BROADWAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 385 yd |
| Tj'S Gym And Exercise Studio SANDOWN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 443 yd |
| Fairway Park (Sandown And Lake Youth Fc) The Fairway | grass pitches | 627 yd |
| Broadlea Primary School Newport Road | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Sandown & Shanklin Rfc (Fairway Ground) STATION APPROACH | grass pitches | 962 yd |
| County Ground GREEN LANE | grass pitches | 1,049 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 | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.0% |
| 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 | 57.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 71.73 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 71.73 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.