Blackgang Road is in Niton, Ventnor and in Isle Of Wight district. PO38 2BW is located in the Chale, Niton & Shorwell 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 Blackgang Road, Niton, Ventnor, PO38 2BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO38 2BZ, PO38 2BN, PO38 2BS, PO38 2BT, PO38 2BA, PO38 2BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO38 2BW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 50.5% | 2.2% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 51.7% | 49.5% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 PO38 2BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 20.8% | 27.1% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 52.7% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 9.3% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 0.2% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 8.1% | -4.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 44.6% | 38.7% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 38.7% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 17.1% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 4.4% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 4.9% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.2% | 13.8% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -4.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 7.7% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 19.2% | 0.9% | 13.4% | 5.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 5.4% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13.8% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.8% | 36.5% | 2.7% | 33.8% | 2.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| White | 99.6% | 100% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 95.9% | 93.4% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 93% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 5.9% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.3% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.5% | 76.7% | 9.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.9% | 37.2% | -1.3% |
| Christian | 55.4% | 46.2% | 9.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blackgang Road was 21.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.1% lower than the Central Rural average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Blackgang Road has the 5th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Central Rural and the 73rd lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.8%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 St. Catherines Cottages Blackgang Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £389,000 | 2024-06-21 | £398,333 |
| Keats Niton Barns Blackgang Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £635,000 | 2024-01-15 | £604,605 |
| 2 St. Catherines Cottages Blackgang Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2020-10-09 | £316,517 |
| 4 St. Catherines Cottages Blackgang Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £282,500 | 2020-08-03 | £340,961 |
| 1 St. Catherines Cottages Blackgang Road, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2020-01-24 | £359,248 |
PO38 2BW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PO38 2BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 95 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Education | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niton Primary School School Lane , Niton PO38 2BP | 3out of 4 | 526 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MJ's Café | Niton Country Stores, Commerce House | 352 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lion | High Street, Niton | 339 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Springhead (Niton Community Fc) BLACKGANG ROAD | grass pitches | 171 yd |
| Niton Primary School SCHOOL LANE | grass pitches | 407 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 | 52.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.77 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.77 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.