Broadway is in Sandown and in South Wight district. PO36 9BY is located in the Sandown South 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 Broadway, Sandown, PO36 9BY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO36 9DD, PO36 8BZ, PO36 8JN, PO36 9DA, PO36 8LD, PO36 9FR, PO36 9DP, PO36 8LF, PO36 8JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO36 9BY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.4% | 51.7% | -2.7% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 45.6% | 48.3% | 2.7% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 28.5% | 31.5% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.2% | 37.6% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 11.7% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 14.9% | 16.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 10.3% |
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 | 41.8% | 37% | -4.8% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 36.2% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 21.3% | 6.4% | 12.7% | 8.6% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 4.3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 24.3% | -3.7% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 14.2% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 17.6% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.9% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 14.5% | -3.0% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.4% | 16.5% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 6.5% | 3.9% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.2% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96% | 98.3% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 92.1% | 96.4% | 4.3% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 4% | 2.2% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 96.4% | 5.1% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.5% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.2% | 76.7% | -3.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 47.3% | 46.2% | 1.1% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadway was 61.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.0% higher than the Brading & St Helens average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broadway has the 14th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Brading & St Helens and the 181st highest crime rate of 467 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 12 Ferndale Court, 15 Broadway, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2025-08-15 | £154,408 |
| 13 Broadway, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £699,950 | 2025-03-31 | £681,730 |
| 11 Broadway, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Other, an established residential building | £683,000 | 2023-10-24 | £604,600 |
| 6 The Cambria, 32 Broadway, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-03-06 | £242,794 |
| 26 Broadway, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Other, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2022-10-14 | £559,196 |
The percentage of retired residents living in PO36 9BY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 140 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 44 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Real estate activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandown Church of England Primary School Grove Road , PO36 9BQ | - not rated | 281 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School Sandown Carter Street , PO36 8BL | - not rated | 684 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadlea Primary School Newport Road , Lake PO36 9PE | 3out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatten and Lake Primary School Oaklyn Gardens , PO37 7DG | 3out of 4 | 2,211 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brading Church of England Controlled Primary School West Street , Brading PO36 0DS | 3out of 4 | 3,248 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandown High School The Fairway , PO36 9JH | - not rated | 667 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandown Bay Academy The Fairway , PO36 9JH | - not rated | 667 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandham Middle School Perowne Way , PO36 9JU | - not rated | 531 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lake Middle School Newport Road , Lake PO36 9PE | - not rated | 1,515 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 265 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Edge School 1 Faulkner Lane , PO36 9AZ | - not rated | 1,119 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Clatterford Tuition Centre Berry Hill , PO36 9JB | - not rated | 1,420 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Upper Chine School 22 Church Road , PO37 6QU | - not rated | 4,278 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gaslight Cafe | Sandown Railway Station, Station Avenue | 233 yd | |
| Mumbai Bites | 12B High Street, Sandown | 351 yd | |
| Viv's Cooking | 9 High Street, Sandown | 351 yd | |
| Barnaby's Licensed Restaurant | Barnabys Restaurant, 4 Pier Street | 388 yd | |
| The Beach Cafe | Beach Cafe, 9 Pier Street | 388 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandown Masonic Centre | Masonic Hall, 13 Melville Street | 120 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | The Castle, 12 - 14 Fitzroy Street | 264 yd | |
| The Old Comical | 15 St Johns Road, Sandown | 370 yd | |
| Flanagans | 7 Pier Street, Sandown | 388 yd | |
| Scruffy Jacks | Sandown Pier, Esplanade | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee's Kitchen | 12 Melville Street, Sandown | 293 yd | |
| J. Wilkinsons | Camille, 1 High Street | 320 yd | |
| The Bay Vegan Deli & Coffee House | 13 High Street, Sandown | 354 yd | |
| Pebbles | 11 Pier Street, Sandown | 388 yd | |
| The Beach Shack | Devonia Slipway, Esplanade | 430 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 31 - 35 High Street | 407 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, The Fairway | 757 yd | |
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | Broadway Garage, 132 Avenue Road | 1,027 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandown & Shanklin Rfc (Fairway Ground) STATION APPROACH | grass pitches | 453 yd |
| The Heights Leisure Centre BROADWAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 521 yd |
| Sandham Middle School (Closed) Perowne Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 531 yd |
| Fairway Sports Complex FAIRWAY SPORTS COMPLEX FAIRWAY SPORTS COMPLEX THE FAIRWAY | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 614 yd |
| Fairway Park (Sandown And Lake Youth Fc) The Fairway | grass pitches | 659 yd |
| Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club THE FAIRWAY | golf | 1,094 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 | 53.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 53.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 53.3% |
| 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 | 66.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.17 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.