Station Approach is in Sandown and in South Wight district. PO36 9EU is located in the Lake North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Isle of Wight. This postcode has been in use since 1992-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Station Approach, Sandown, PO36 9EU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO36 9EY, PO36 9SA, PO36 9DE, PO36 9FB, PO36 9BX, PO36 9FJ, PO36 9EQ, PO36 9DB, PO36 9BP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO36 9EU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% 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 | 52.7% | 54.1% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 47.3% | 45.9% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 9EU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 24.4% | 27.1% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 53.4% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.1% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 4.5% | 11.2% | 6.7% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 7.2% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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 | 51.4% | 48.6% | -2.8% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 29.9% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 16% | 2.5% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 5.1% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 24.4% | 16.2% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 13.7% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 16.6% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.9% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 15.2% | -0.5% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 25.6% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -8.2% |
| Other | 2.4% | 5.8% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 3.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.1% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 99.2% | 96.7% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 96.7% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| No passport held | 13.6% | 13.5% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.8% | 37.2% | 3.6% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Approach was 114.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.3% higher than the Lake North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Approach has the 12th highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Lake North and the 81st highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 60.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Station Approach, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2021-02-12 | £131,977 |
| 1 Station Approach, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £104,513 | 2019-07-22 | £134,068 |
| 1 Station Approach, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £127,455 | 2019-07-22 | £163,498 |
| 9 Station Approach, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2019-04-25 | £161,809 |
| 5 Station Approach, Sandown, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2012-08-06 | £192,734 |
PO36 9EU area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 7% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PO36 9EU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 9EU 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 | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broadlea Primary School Newport Road , Lake PO36 9PE | 2out of 4 | 1,358 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatten and Lake Primary School Oaklyn Gardens , PO37 7DG | 3out of 4 | 2,210 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brading Church of England Controlled Primary School West Street , Brading PO36 0DS | 3out of 4 | 3,257 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newchurch Primary School School Lane , Newchurch PO36 0NL | 3out of 4 | 3,309 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy Albert Road , PO37 7LY | 3out of 4 | 3,561 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 | 455 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gaslight Cafe | Sandown Railway Station, Station Avenue | 236 yd | |
| Mumbai Bites | 12B High Street, Sandown | 695 yd | |
| Viv's Cooking | 9 High Street, Sandown | 695 yd | |
| Barnaby's Licensed Restaurant | Barnabys Restaurant, 4 Pier Street | 727 yd | |
| The Beach Cafe | Beach Cafe, 9 Pier Street | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandown & Shanklin Rugby FC | Sandown And Shanklin Rugby Club, Station Approach | 107 yd | |
| Sandown Masonic Centre | Masonic Hall, 13 Melville Street | 438 yd | |
| McCarthy's Bar And Restaurant | Fairway Holiday Park, The Fairway | 600 yd | |
| The Castle Inn | The Castle, 12 - 14 Fitzroy Street | 608 yd | |
| Scruffy Jacks | Sandown Pier, Esplanade | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee's Kitchen | 12 Melville Street, Sandown | 635 yd | |
| J. Wilkinsons | Camille, 1 High Street | 664 yd | |
| The Bay Vegan Deli & Coffee House | 13 High Street, Sandown | 698 yd | |
| The Beach Shack | Devonia Slipway, Esplanade | 707 yd | |
| Pebbles | 11 Pier Street, Sandown | 727 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, The Fairway | 667 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 31 - 35 High Street | 752 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sandown & Shanklin Rfc (Fairway Ground) STATION APPROACH | grass pitches | 115 yd |
| Sandham Middle School (Closed) Perowne Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 300 yd |
| Fairway Sports Complex FAIRWAY SPORTS COMPLEX FAIRWAY SPORTS COMPLEX THE FAIRWAY | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 301 yd |
| Fairway Park (Sandown And Lake Youth Fc) The Fairway | grass pitches | 480 yd |
| The Heights Leisure Centre BROADWAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 630 yd |
| Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club THE FAIRWAY | golf | 794 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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.