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Brighstone & Shalfleet

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About

Brighstone and Shalfleet are neighboring villages located on the Isle of Wight’s western coast. The area is known for its rural landscapes, with rolling farmland and wooded valleys leading down to the coastline. Brighstone has a traditional village feel, with a mix of thatched cottages and local shops, while Shalfleet is smaller, centered around its historic church and mill. Both villages are close to the island’s western cliffs and beaches, offering access to coastal walks and quiet shores.

The area is rich in history, with Brighstone featuring a museum showcasing local heritage, and Shalfleet’s 12th-century St. Michael’s Church standing as a landmark. The surrounding countryside is crisscrossed by footpaths, including parts of the Isle of Wight Coastal Path. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, with farms producing dairy, meat, and crops. The villages provide a quiet base for exploring the island’s western reaches, away from busier tourist hubs.

Area overview

On average Brighstone & Shalfleet has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Brighstone & Shalfleet is £42,500 per year. There are 3 schools in Brighstone & Shalfleet: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
4.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Brighstone & Shalfleet Population
5,258
Population density
58.5 per km²

Demographics

British
5,055
96.16%
Other White
106
2.02%
Irish
19
0.36%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
18
0.34%
White and Asian (mixed)
14
0.27%
Total population: 5,257

Housing

Owns outright
1,365
56.83%
Owns with a mortgage
586
24.4%
Private landlord or letting agency
240
9.99%
Other social rented
113
4.7%
Other forms of private rent
69
2.87%
Total households: 2,402

Property prices in Brighstone & Shalfleet

Based on 51 recent sales, the median property price is £365,000 in Brighstone & Shalfleet area, with individual transactions ranging from £100,000 up to £999,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached31£400,000
Flats1£167,000
Semi-Detached14£310,000
Terraced5£345,000

10 years price trend in Brighstone & Shalfleet

All postcodes in Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO304BS

Galley Lane

PO304BJ

Main Road

PO304BY

Wicken Hill Lane

PO304DU

Gaggerhill Lane

PO304EH

Hulverstone Lane

PO304EJ

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO304JP

Calbourne Road

PO304PG

Military Road

PO304QB

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO382JD

Military Road

PO410UD

Brook Road

PO301PH

Castle Lane

PO304DB

Military Road

PO304JZ

Elm Lane

PO304NT

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO304QH

Rectory Lane

PO305SP

Alvington Road

PO410UB

Dodpits Lane

PO303DU

Froglands Lane

PO304AG

Broad Lane

PO304DS

Chilton Lane

PO304EB

Strawberry Lane

PO304HH

Ashley Way

PO304LJ

Little Whitehouse Road

PO304LW

Main Road

PO304NG

Warlands Lane

PO305QH

Forest Road

PO410TX

Main Road

PO304LN

Bunts Hill

PO304BX

Lodge Close

PO304JR

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO304LL

Little Whitehouse Road

PO304LQ

Bunts Hill

PO410SY

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO410XS

Cranmore Avenue

PO304AW

Moortown Lane

PO304HZ

Yarmouth Road

PO303HT

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO304AD

Muggleton Lane

PO304AJ

Main Road

PO304AR

Hollis Drive

PO304JB

Lynch Lane

PO304JF

Lynch Lane

PO304PF

Main Road

PO304PX

Fleet Way

PO410TY

Main Road

PO301PE

Castle Lane

PO304BP

Mill Lane

PO304LS

New Road

PO304PE

Colemans Lane

PO305LB

Gunville Road

PO410TB

Broad Lane

PO410TD

Wellow Top Road

PO410YF

Hamstead Drive

PO304PD

Main Road

PO304AB

Limerstone Road

PO304BH

Shippards Road

PO304DL

Moor Lane

PO304DT

Hoxall Lane

PO304HQ

Coastguard Lane

PO304HS

Calbourne Road

PO304JL

Lynch Lane

PO304LY

Betty Haunt Lane

PO304NH

Warlands Lane

PO304PR

Fleet Way

PO305SS

Calbourne Road

PO318NF

Rolls Hill

PO410TF

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO410XW

Ningwood Hill

PO304DD

Military Road

PO304JH

Lynch Lane

PO304JU

Pound Lane

PO304LG

Bunts Hill

PO410SZ

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO410TG

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO301XZ

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO304AQ

Main Road

PO304ER

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO410TH

Station Road

PO410XP

Hamstead Road

PO304ND

Yarmouth Road

PO304NQ

Bankside

PO410TQ

Station Road

PO410UF

Brook Road

PO410UQ

Broad Lane

PO304BE

Wilberforce Road

PO304EQ

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO304JW

Calbourne Road

PO304LA

Quarry Lane

PO304LD

Brook Farm Close

PO304LT

New Road

PO304LZ

Forest Road

PO304NX

Old Vicarage Lane

PO301NQ

Brighstone & Shalfleet

PO304DP

Brookedge

PO304DR

Chilton Lane

PO304PA

Elmsworth Lane

PO304PL

Muggleton Lane

PO305JU

Gunville Road

PO305PA

Brighstone & Shalfleet
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/10/2025.