Heathfield Road is in Freshwater and in Isle Of Wight district. PO40 9LH is located in the Freshwater North & Yarmouth 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 Heathfield Road, Freshwater, PO40 9LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PO40 9LJ, PO40 9LQ, PO40 9LR, PO40 9NH, PO40 9NL, PO40 9FJ, PO40 9FL, PO40 9LP, PO40 9LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PO40 9LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 51.5% | -3.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 45.5% | 48.5% | 3.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.4% | 28.5% | 4.1% | 37.9% | -9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 42% | -8.2% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 7.3% | 5.0% | 2.2% | 5.1% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 11.8% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 10.4% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 37.4% | 37.2% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -11.2% |
| Good health | 39.9% | 36.3% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 19% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6.8% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 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 | 28.1% | 17% | -11.1% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.9% | 13.1% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 14.2% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.9% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 15.9% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 26.5% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.3% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 99.4% | 96.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.2% | 96.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.1% | 37.2% | -0.1% |
| Christian | 54.1% | 46.2% | 7.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heathfield Road was 45.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.5% higher than the Freshwater North & Yarmouth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heathfield Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 33 local areas in Freshwater North & Yarmouth and the 212th lowest crime rate of 469 local areas in Isle of Wight .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Heathfield Road, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2017-11-24 | £284,700 |
| Highbury Heathfield Road, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2016-06-02 | £302,285 |
| Highbury Heathfield Road, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2013-02-01 | £304,800 |
| Sunny Brae Heathfield Road, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2011-11-30 | £275,013 |
| Linden Heathfield Road, Freshwater, Isle Of Wight Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2010-07-12 | £297,885 |
PO40 9LH 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 PO40 9LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 150 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 1,599 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yarmouth Church of England Aided Primary School Mill Road , PO41 0RA | 3out of 4 | 3,037 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sugarloaf | 1 Clifton Buildings, Avenue Road | 429 yd | |
| Duo Baguettes | 3 Cliff Hall Buildings, Avenue Road | 482 yd | |
| Freshwater Coffee House | 5 School Green Road, Freshwater | 536 yd | |
| Cath And Mike's | 17 School Green Road, Freshwater | 553 yd | |
| Jaffran Indian Restaurant | 45 School Green Road, Freshwater | 645 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Wight Social Club | Avenue Road, Freshwater | 429 yd | |
| The Vine Inn | 1 School Green Road, Freshwater | 553 yd | |
| Freshwater Conservative Club | Queens Road, Freshwater | 785 yd | |
| The Bayside Lounge | The Bay Colwell, Fort Warden Road | 878 yd | |
| Totland Bay Bowling Club | The Broadway, Totland | 1,000 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Burger And Grill | Avenue Road, Freshwater | 433 yd | |
| Fuoco Pizza | Eves Electrical, Avenue Road | 454 yd | |
| Rainbow Fish Bar | 1 - 2 Cliff Hall Buildings, Avenue Road | 482 yd | |
| Double Dragon | 7 Tennyson Road, Freshwater | 516 yd | |
| Sunbo | The Broadway, Totland | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Southern Co-Operative Limited | Co-op Freshwater Store, Avenue Road | 433 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys, 10 School Green Road | 576 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Saints C Of E Primary School SCHOOL GREEN ROAD | grass pitches | 650 yd |
| West Wight Sports Centre MOA PLACE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 749 yd |
| Stroud Playing Field (Closed) School Green Road | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| West Wight Middle School (Closed) Queens Road | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Totland Recreation Ground SEA LANES SEA LANES THE BROADWAY | grass pitches | 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 | 74.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.