Copse Lane is in Freshwater and in Isle Of Wight district. PO40 9BX is located in the Freshwater South 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 Copse Lane, Freshwater, PO40 9BX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO40 9BU, PO40 9BT, PO40 9BY, PO40 9BZ, PO40 9BS, PO40 9DA, PO40 9GA, PO40 9BW, PO40 9DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO40 9BX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.2% | 50.3% | 2.1% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 51.8% | 49.7% | -2.1% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 PO40 9BX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.2% 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 | 31.1% | 30.8% | -0.3% | 37.9% | -7.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 52.2% | 4.5% | 44.2% | 8.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 8% | -1.5% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 6.6% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 38.2% | 33.6% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -14.8% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 44.3% | 7.0% | 33.6% | 10.7% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 15.2% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 8.5% | 4.9% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.1% | 26.8% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 24.2% | 14.3% | -9.9% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11% | 13.6% | 2.6% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.9% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 20.2% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 16% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.1% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.6% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 99.7% 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 | 98.2% | 99.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 99.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75% | 76.7% | -1.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.7% | 13.5% | 11.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 42.5% | 46.2% | -3.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Copse Lane was 66.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.4% higher than the Freshwater North & Yarmouth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Copse Lane has the 10th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Freshwater North & Yarmouth and the 184th highest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edgware Copse Lane, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2022-11-07 | £293,438 |
| Edgware Copse Lane, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2016-05-06 | £278,275 |
| Little Burrows Copse Lane, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £244,950 | 2016-04-22 | £350,088 |
| Sea-Wytch Copse Lane, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2014-03-14 | £267,387 |
| 2 Laburnum Cottages Copse Lane, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £161,500 | 2011-03-07 | £260,117 |
PO40 9BX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 PO40 9BX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 88 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Saviour's Catholic Primary School Summers Lane , PO39 0HQ | 3out of 4 | 2,305 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarmouth Church of England Aided Primary School Mill Road , PO41 0RA | 3out of 4 | 2,506 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honnor & Jeffery Ltd | Afton Garden Centre, Afton Road | 578 yd | |
| The Rabbit Hole IOW | 55 School Green Road, Freshwater | 817 yd | |
| Jaffran Indian Restaurant | 45 School Green Road, Freshwater | 835 yd | |
| Cath And Mike's | 17 School Green Road, Freshwater | 982 yd | |
| Freshwater Coffee House | 5 School Green Road, Freshwater | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | Red Lion Inn, Church Place | 154 yd | |
| The Vine Inn | 1 School Green Road, Freshwater | 982 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores Limited | Afton Road, Freshwater | 515 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 10 School Green Road | 1,067 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stroud Playing Field (Closed) School Green Road | grass pitches | 638 yd |
| All Saints C Of E Primary School SCHOOL GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| West Wight Sports Centre MOA PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,054 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 | 71.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.