Market Street is in Ventnor and in Isle Of Wight district. PO38 1HF is located in the Ventnor & St Lawrence 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 Market Street, Ventnor, PO38 1HF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO38 1HA, PO38 1HY, PO38 1HD, PO38 1HE, PO38 1EY, PO38 1JQ, PO38 1EU, PO38 1EX, PO38 1EZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PO38 1HF has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 50% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 52.2% | 50% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PO38 1HF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.2% | 44.1% | 3.9% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 23.8% | 20.7% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -23.5% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 7.2% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 5.0% |
| Divorced | 19.7% | 18.9% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 9.8% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 9% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 30.5% | 37.3% | 6.8% | 48.4% | -11.1% |
| Good health | 33.8% | 25.1% | -8.7% | 33.6% | -8.5% |
| Fair health | 19.5% | 25.9% | 6.4% | 12.7% | 13.2% |
| Bad health | 11% | 9.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 5.1% | 1.9% | -3.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
In the area around PO38 1HF this area, 31.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.7% | 31.3% | -4.4% | 18.2% | 13.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 13.8% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 4.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 12.1% | -3.5% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 8.5% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 17.9% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 15.2% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -18.6% |
| Other | 3.7% | 1.3% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.2% | 98.5% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 95.2% | 95.4% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 95.8% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.8% | 76.7% | -14.9% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 36.3% | 13.5% | 22.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 42% | 46.2% | -4.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Market Street was 365.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 249.9% higher than the Ventnor & St Lawrence average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Market Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Ventnor & St Lawrence and the 16th highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 182.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairlea Market Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-06-03 | £142,581 |
| 5A Market Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2022-04-14 | £155,200 |
| 5A Market Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2017-07-21 | £167,743 |
| 5 Market Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2017-02-24 | £175,975 |
| 6 Market Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Terraced, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2017-02-03 | £150,463 |
PO38 1HF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
| Retired | 65 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Full-Time Employee | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 1,337 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroxall Primary School Castle Road , Wroxall PO38 3DP | 2out of 4 | 2,844 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy Albert Road , PO37 7LY | 3out of 4 | 4,453 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 | 1,192 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 | 242 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carnaby Tea Rooms | 66 High Street, Ventnor | 58 yd | |
| Perks Of Ventnor | 46 High Street, Ventnor | 66 yd | |
| The Better Days Cafe. Inclusion Hub. | The Central Tap, 64 High Street | 67 yd | |
| Pit Stop Cafe | 76 High Street, Ventnor | 75 yd | |
| The Kitchen @ London House | 40B High Street, Ventnor | 98 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Street Bar Company | 48 High Street, Ventnor | 82 yd | |
| Tinto's Bar | 24 Pier Street, Ventnor | 171 yd | |
| Yarborough Masonic Centre | Yarborough Masonic Hall, Grove Road | 194 yd | |
| Crab And Lobster Tap | Grove Road, Ventnor | 228 yd | |
| The Blenheim | Blenheim Inn, 9 High Street | 229 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mandarin | 92 High Street, Ventnor | 73 yd | |
| Crave Ice Cream | 5 Spring Hill, Ventnor | 120 yd | |
| Dalyan 2 | 10 Pier Street, Ventnor | 165 yd | |
| T In The Park | Ventnor Park, Park Avenue | 744 yd | |
| Ocean View Fish And Chips | 1 Newport Road, Ventnor | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 52 High Street, Ventnor | 66 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 | 5.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 5.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 5.0% |
| 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 | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.16 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.56 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.