Hungerberry Close is in Shanklin and in Isle Of Wight district. PO37 6LX is located in the Shanklin 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 Hungerberry Close, Shanklin, PO37 6LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO37 6LY, PO37 7NZ, PO37 6LU, PO37 7NY, PO37 6QD, PO37 6NA, PO37 6PY, PO37 6PZ, PO37 6NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO37 6LX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 51.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 48% | 48.1% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 PO37 6LX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.6% 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 | 19.9% | 16.7% | -3.2% | 37.9% | -21.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 60.6% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 16.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 9% | 9.7% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 10.6% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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 | 33.6% | 40.9% | 7.3% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 38.8% | 0.3% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 21.7% | 17.3% | -4.4% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 34.8% | 22% | -12.8% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.9% | 7.3% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 11.9% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 9.2% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 14.7% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.6% | 29.8% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -4.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 5% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.2% | 99.2% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 94.3% | 93.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 4.2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 95.3% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.4% | 76.7% | 4.7% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 65.8% | 46.2% | 19.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hungerberry Close was 29.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.7% lower than the Lake North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hungerberry Close has the 19th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Lake North and the 121st lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 114.3%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hungerberry House, 12 Hungerberry Close, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £755,000 | 2024-08-09 | £752,533 |
| 5 Hungerberry Close, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2024-02-21 | £331,310 |
| 1 Hungerberry Close, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2022-05-12 | £552,072 |
| 38 Hungerberry Close, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2021-03-09 | £642,587 |
| 9 Hungerberry Close, Shanklin, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-03-30 | £420,828 |
PO37 6LX area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
PO37 6LX 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 PO37 6LX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 115 |
| Full-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy Albert Road , PO37 7LY | 3out of 4 | 874 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gatten and Lake Primary School Oaklyn Gardens , PO37 7DG | 3out of 4 | 2,108 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroxall Primary School Castle Road , Wroxall PO38 3DP | 2out of 4 | 2,522 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadlea Primary School Newport Road , Lake PO36 9PE | 2out of 4 | 2,838 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy Newport Road , PO38 1BQ | 1out of 4 | 3,924 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Island Free School Newport Road , PO38 1BG | 3out of 4 | 3,813 yd | Free schools | 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 | 4,500 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine's School Grove Road , PO38 1TT | 3out of 4 | 3,971 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Hyde Holiday Park | Landguard Road, Shanklin | 899 yd | |
| Amici | 33 High Street, Shanklin | 937 yd | |
| Daishs Coffee Shop | Daishs Hotel, 81 High Street | 939 yd | |
| Don Santos | 58 High Street, Shanklin | 966 yd | |
| House Of Spice | 56 High Street, Shanklin | 966 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanklin Cricket Club | Shanklin Cricket Ground, Westhill Road | 586 yd | |
| The Townhouse | 54 High Street, Shanklin | 975 yd | |
| Village Inn | 1/3Church Road, Shanklin | 993 yd | |
| Crab Inn | 94 High Street, Shanklin | 1,019 yd | |
| Poppies | Royal British Legion Club, 2 Collingwood Road | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Haddock | 87 High Street, Shanklin | 997 yd | |
| Makkies Pizza | 40 High Street, Shanklin | 998 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shanklin Cricket Club Westhill Road | grass pitches | 562 yd |
| Shanklin Youth & Community Centre VICTORIA AVENUE | 876 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% |
| Median download speed | 45.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.