High Street is in Whitwell, Ventnor and in South Wight district. PO38 2PY 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 High Street, Whitwell, Ventnor, PO38 2PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO38 2QY, PO38 2PZ, PO38 2RA, PO38 2QB, PO38 2QZ, PO38 2RD, PO38 2QD, PO38 2QA, PO38 2QE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO38 2PY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50.8% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 49.2% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 2PY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58% 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 | 18.9% | 25.2% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -12.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.2% | 58% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 13.8% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 7.6% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 7.9% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.7% | 40.6% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -7.8% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 38.6% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 16% | 15.6% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4.4% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 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 | 18.5% | 13.5% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 9.4% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 15% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.5% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 18.2% | 3.2% | 16.9% | 1.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.6% | 32.9% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.9% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
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 | 96.7% | 96.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 96.9% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 3.3% | 0.6% | 2.7% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 19.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.0% lower than the Central Rural average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
High Street has the 4th lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Central Rural and the 64th lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Whitwell Farm Maisonettes High Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-03-28 | £162,684 |
| Union Cottage High Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-12-12 | £380,062 |
| 6 Whitwell Farm Maisonettes High Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-09-30 | £148,909 |
| 3 Whitwell Farm Maisonettes High Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2022-03-31 | £157,148 |
| Whitwell Farm High Street, Ventnor, Isle Of Wight Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-07-23 | £463,498 |
PO38 2PY 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.
PO38 2PY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PO38 2PY 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 | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niton Primary School School Lane , Niton PO38 2BP | 3out of 4 | 2,118 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Francis Catholic and Church of England Primary Academy Newport Road , PO38 1BQ | 1out of 4 | 3,472 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wroxall Primary School Castle Road , Wroxall PO38 3DP | 2out of 4 | 4,003 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Godshill Primary School School Road , Godshill PO38 3HJ | 2out of 4 | 4,425 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 | 3,644 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 | 4,485 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Trust For Scotland | 1 Village Street, St Kilda | 256 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Horse Inn | White Horse Inn, High Street | 3 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.