Old Reservoir Lane is in Sandown and in Isle Of Wight district. PO36 9DL 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 Old Reservoir Lane, Sandown, PO36 9DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO36 9ER, PO36 9ED, PO36 9FD, PO36 9QZ, PO36 8NF, PO36 9DF, PO36 8ND, PO36 9DG, PO36 9HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO36 9DL 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 Old Reservoir Lane was 103.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 120.0% higher than the Brading & St Helens average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Old Reservoir Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Brading & St Helens and the 98th highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Paddocks Old Reservoir Lane, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2020-10-08 | £550,589 |
| Apperley Old Reservoir Lane, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2016-08-05 | £510,603 |
| Reservoir Villa Old Reservoir Lane, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2014-05-20 | £426,800 |
| The Paddocks Old Reservoir Lane, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2004-08-10 | £653,571 |
| Apperley Old Reservoir Lane, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2002-08-09 | £541,003 |
The percentage of retired residents living in PO36 9DL 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadlea Primary School Newport Road , Lake PO36 9PE | 2out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatten and Lake Primary School Oaklyn Gardens , PO37 7DG | 3out of 4 | 1,756 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy Albert Road , PO37 7LY | 3out of 4 | 3,120 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newchurch Primary School School Lane , Newchurch PO36 0NL | 3out of 4 | 3,512 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brading Church of England Controlled Primary School West Street , Brading PO36 0DS | 3out of 4 | 3,687 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 | 710 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 | 492 yd | |
| Free Food In Sandown | 29 Sandown Road, Lake | 569 yd | |
| The Gaslight Cafe | Sandown Railway Station, Station Avenue | 613 yd | |
| LB's Boardwalk Cafe | Sandown Pier, Esplanade | 632 yd | |
| Tradewinds Beach Cafe | Dunroamin Revetment, Esplanade | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandown Masonic Centre | Masonic Hall, 13 Melville Street | 445 yd | |
| Scruffy Jacks | Sandown Pier, Esplanade | 466 yd | |
| Sandown & Shanklin Rugby FC | Sandown And Shanklin Rugby Club, Station Approach | 508 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | The Castle, 12 - 14 Fitzroy Street | 608 yd | |
| Flanagans | 7 Pier Street, Sandown | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Beach Shack | Devonia Slipway, Esplanade | 466 yd | |
| Ko-Sing | 15 Sandown Road, Lake | 523 yd | |
| Lake Fish Bar | 16 Sandown Road, Lake | 546 yd | |
| Bay Leaf Indian Restaurant | 17 Sandown Road, Lake | 548 yd | |
| Kimbo's Chinese Takeaway | 9 Sandown Road, Lake | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, The Fairway | 291 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 31 - 35 High Street | 736 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Heights Leisure Centre BROADWAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 183 yd |
| Fairway Park (Sandown And Lake Youth Fc) The Fairway | grass pitches | 309 yd |
| Sandown & Shanklin Rfc (Fairway Ground) STATION APPROACH | grass pitches | 503 yd |
| Fairway Sports Complex FAIRWAY SPORTS COMPLEX FAIRWAY SPORTS COMPLEX THE FAIRWAY | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 763 yd |
| Sandham Middle School (Closed) Perowne Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 789 yd |
| Tj'S Gym And Exercise Studio SANDOWN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 812 yd |
| Broadlea Primary School Newport Road | grass pitches | 1,052 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.