Gloucester Road is in Ventnor and in Isle Of Wight district. PO38 1AU is located in the Wroxall, Lowtherville & Bonchurch 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 Gloucester Road, Ventnor, PO38 1AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO38 1AZ, PO38 1AT, PO38 1BH, PO38 1AX, PO38 1BE, PO38 1AY, PO38 1AS, PO38 1BB, PO38 1BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO38 1AU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.4% 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 | 53.7% | 52.4% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 1.4% |
| Male | 46.3% | 47.6% | 1.3% | 49.0% | -1.4% |
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 | 31.7% | 37.2% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 37.7% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.6% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 13.9% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 7.6% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 43.9% | 46.6% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 27.2% | -6.5% | 33.6% | -6.4% |
| Fair health | 15% | 18.7% | 3.7% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 16.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 19.9% | -13.1% | 18.2% | 1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 14% | -6.5% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 17.6% | -1.2% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.7% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 20.8% | 11.9% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.5% | 16.3% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -17.5% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.6% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.9% 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 Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 95.9% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.5% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 99.3% | 96.9% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 96.9% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.3% | 76.7% | -5.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.5% | 37.2% | 22.3% |
| Christian | 34.7% | 46.2% | -11.5% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gloucester Road was 55.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.0% lower than the Ventnor & St Lawrence average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gloucester Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Ventnor & St Lawrence and the 218th highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Gloucester Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-01-10 | £170,639 |
| 19 Gloucester Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2023-12-08 | £185,265 |
| 35 Gloucester Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-03-10 | £211,637 |
| 19 Gloucester Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2019-08-02 | £205,446 |
| 31 Gloucester Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2016-10-18 | £197,982 |
PO38 1AU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Retired | 59 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy Newport Road , PO38 1BQ | 1out of 4 | 178 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroxall Primary School Castle Road , Wroxall PO38 3DP | 2out of 4 | 2,188 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy Albert Road , PO37 7LY | 3out of 4 | 4,732 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Niton Primary School School Lane , Niton PO38 2BP | 3out of 4 | 5,185 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Godshill Primary School School Road , Godshill PO38 3HJ | 2out of 4 | 5,307 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 217 yd | Free schools | 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 | 984 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ventnor Community Early Years Centre Ltd | Newport Road, Ventnor | 196 yd | |
| Ventnor Cricket Club Trading Ltd | Ventnor Cricket Academy And Club, Steephill Road | 900 yd | |
| Golden Sands | Golden Sands Cafe, Esplanade | 933 yd | |
| Lady Scarletts Tea Parlour | Esplanade Beach Shop, Esplanade | 933 yd | |
| Smoking Lobster | Esplanade, Ventnor | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ventnor Social Club | Down Lane, Ventnor | 310 yd | |
| Ventnor Golf Club | Steephill Down Road, Ventnor | 557 yd | |
| The Spyglass Inn | Spyglass Inn, Esplanade | 845 yd | |
| Ventnor Bowling Club | Mitchell Avenue, Ventnor | 963 yd | |
| The Blenheim | Blenheim Inn, 9 High Street | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean View Fish And Chips | 1 Newport Road, Ventnor | 291 yd | |
| T In The Park | Ventnor Park, Park Avenue | 688 yd | |
| Dalyan 2 | 10 Pier Street, Ventnor | 1,071 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Margarets Hall ST MARGARETS HALL COMMUNITY CENTRE ST MARGARETS HALL COMMUNITY CENTRE LOWTHERVILLE ROAD | 254 yd | |
| The Island Free School (Rew Valley Sports Centre) REW VALLEY SPORTS CENTRE REW VALLEY SPORTS CENTRE NEWPORT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 295 yd |
| Ventnor Golf Club STEEPHILL DOWN ROAD | golf | 563 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% |
| Median download speed | 34 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 66.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 66.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.