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Cowes Central

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About

Cowes Central is a bustling area located on the northern coast of the Isle of Wight. It is known for its strong maritime heritage, with the town being a hub for sailing and boatbuilding. The High Street features a mix of independent shops, cafes, and traditional pubs, alongside modern amenities. The area is also home to the Royal Yacht Squadron, one of the world’s most prestigious sailing clubs.

The seafront offers views of the Solent, with regular ferry connections to Southampton. Cowes Central hosts the annual Cowes Week, a major sailing regatta that attracts visitors from around the world. The area combines historic charm with a lively atmosphere, particularly during summer months. Nearby, the Cowes Maritime Museum provides insights into the town’s nautical history.

Area overview

On average Cowes Central has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cowes Central is £38,700 per year. There are 1 schools in Cowes Central: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Cowes Central Population
7,800
Population density
4,896.4 per km²

Demographics

British
7,104
91.03%
Other White
310
3.97%
Other Asian
70
0.9%
Irish
45
0.58%
White and Asian (mixed)
44
0.56%
Total population: 7,804

Housing

Owns outright
1,191
32.44%
Private landlord or letting agency
1,021
27.81%
Owns with a mortgage
1,002
27.3%
Other social rented
294
8.01%
Other forms of private rent
108
2.94%
Total households: 3,671

Property prices in Cowes Central

Based on 116 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Cowes Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £90,000 up to £1,203,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£512,500
Flats33£210,000
Semi-Detached24£244,500
Terraced47£215,000

10 years price trend in Cowes Central

All postcodes in Cowes Central

PO317EG

Mill Hill Road

PO317JQ

Victoria Road

PO317QX

Castle Road

PO317RW

Market Hill

PO317SA

Shooters Hill

PO318HA

Church Road

PO318BL

Mornington Road

PO317BE

Shooters Hill

PO317RT

Cowes Central

PO317QA

Stanley Road

PO317XF

Medina Road

PO318BG

Trinity Church Lane

PO326TB

St David's Road

PO317EN

Ash Grove

PO317JE

Granville Road

PO317QT

The Parade

PO326EN

Rosetta Drive

PO317HF

Shamblers Road

PO317BH

Birmingham Road

PO317DQ

Denmark Road

PO317JL

Church View Close

PO317LS

Park Court

PO317NZ

Cowes Central

PO317PE

Cowes Central

PO317PX

Fraser Close

PO317RY

Cowes Central

PO317TE

Cross Street

PO326BU

Nursery Gardens

PO326DD

Cowes Central

PO317QR

The Grove

PO317RX

Cowes Central

PO317TQ

Cowes Central

PO317AZ

Cowes Central

PO317QB

Fraser Close

PO317XB

Medina Road

PO317XD

Cowes Central

PO318BB

Esplanade

PO318DB

Baring Road

PO326ED

St David's Road

PO326EW

Cavalier Quay

PO326HA

Cowes Central

PO317AA

Granville Road

PO317DP

South Road

PO317DU

Thetis Road

PO317ER

Newport Road

PO317HY

Sun Hill

PO317JT

Alexandra Road

PO317LW

Newport Road

PO317QY

Castle Road

PO317SE

Beckford Road

PO317ST

St Mary's Road

PO318BA

Egypt Copse

PO318QX

Nelson Court

PO326DB

Cowes Central

PO326EA

Grange Road

PO318DL

Baring Road

PO318DD

Baring Drive

PO317LU

Ward Avenue

PO317QZ

Baring Road

PO318DA

Baring Road

PO326RY

Osborne Road

PO317HE

Shamblers Road

PO317DN

Pelham Road

PO317DR

Pelham Road

PO317EB

Mill Hill Road

PO317HX

Cowes Central

PO317JA

Sun Hill

PO317QE

Newport Road

PO317RJ

Brunswick Road

PO317RL

Bath Road

PO318BT

Egypt Esplanade

PO318DT

Lammas Close

PO326BY

Hospital Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.