South Street is in Ventnor and in Isle Of Wight district. PO38 1NZ 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 2005-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Street, Ventnor, PO38 1NZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO38 1ND, PO38 1BN, PO38 1NE, PO38 1NF, PO38 1NG, PO38 1NJ, PO38 1HG, PO38 1QN, PO38 1NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PO38 1NZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.5% 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 | 52.4% | 54.5% | 2.1% | 51.0% | 3.5% |
| Male | 47.6% | 45.5% | -2.1% | 49.0% | -3.5% |
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 | 37.6% | 41.1% | 3.5% | 37.9% | 3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33% | 30.1% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -14.1% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 17.4% | 21.1% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 12.0% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 4.3% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 (70%) 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 | 47.6% | 35.4% | -12.2% | 48.4% | -13.0% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 34.6% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 18.3% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 7.9% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 3.8% | 1.8% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 | 17.9% | 18% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 8.8% | -9.1% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 18% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 6.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 18.5% | 3.4% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.9% | 26.3% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -7.5% |
| Other | 5.5% | 3.9% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 96.2% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.1% | 89% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 5.9% | 8.5% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.3% | 89.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 8.1% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 4.2% | 1.3% | 2.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.9% | 13.5% | 6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 40% | 46.2% | -6.2% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 3.8% | 0.6% | 3.2% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Street was 30.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.6% lower than the Ventnor & St Lawrence average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Street has the 7th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Ventnor & St Lawrence and the 134th lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -95.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Catherines Court South Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2022-12-12 | £316,099 |
| 2 Catherines Court South Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,750 | 2020-01-27 | £90,553 |
| 2 Catherines Court South Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £97,650 | 2020-01-27 | £112,285 |
| 2 Catherines Court South Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2020-01-27 | £181,105 |
| 8 Catherines Court South Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2017-08-03 | £313,454 |
PO38 1NZ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,612 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroxall Primary School Castle Road , Wroxall PO38 3DP | 2out of 4 | 2,914 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Blasius Shanklin CofE Primary Academy Albert Road , PO37 7LY | 3out of 4 | 4,234 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 | 1,454 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 | 576 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Seapot | Wheelers Bay Road, Ventnor | 187 yd | |
| Pit Stop Cafe | 76 High Street, Ventnor | 313 yd | |
| Carnaby Tea Rooms | 66 High Street, Ventnor | 338 yd | |
| The Better Days Cafe. Inclusion Hub. | The Central Tap, 64 High Street | 358 yd | |
| Perks Of Ventnor | 46 High Street, Ventnor | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion Social Club (Ventnor) Ltd | Royal British Legion Club, 133 - 135 High Street | 153 yd | |
| High Street Bar Company | 48 High Street, Ventnor | 398 yd | |
| Yarborough Masonic Centre | Yarborough Masonic Hall, Grove Road | 466 yd | |
| Crab And Lobster Tap | Grove Road, Ventnor | 514 yd | |
| Tinto's Bar | 24 Pier Street, Ventnor | 515 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mandarin | 92 High Street, Ventnor | 312 yd | |
| Crave Ice Cream | 5 Spring Hill, Ventnor | 416 yd | |
| Dalyan 2 | 10 Pier Street, Ventnor | 508 yd | |
| T In The Park | Ventnor Park, Park Avenue | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 52 High Street, Ventnor | 379 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Vectis Weightlifting Club BONCHURCH VILLAGE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 797 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.