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Cowes West, Gurnard & Northwood

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About

Cowes West, Gurnard & Northwood are neighbouring areas on the northwest coast of the Isle of Wight. Cowes West is known for its maritime connections, with boatyards and sailing clubs along the waterfront. Gurnard sits just west of Cowes, offering a quieter coastal feel with a shingle beach and views across the Solent. Northwood lies inland, with a mix of residential streets and green spaces.

The area benefits from easy access to Cowes town centre, with its shops, restaurants, and ferry links to the mainland. Gurnard has a small village atmosphere, with a pub and seafront walk popular with locals. Northwood provides a more rural setting, with farmland and woodland trails nearby. The three areas combine coastal and countryside living, with sailing and outdoor activities as key features of daily life.

Area overview

On average Cowes West, Gurnard & Northwood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 40 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cowes West, Gurnard & Northwood is £43,500 per year. There are 4 schools in Cowes West, Gurnard & Northwood: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

2/10

Social housing

3.9%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Cowes West, Gurnard & Northwood Population

8,583

Population density

772.5 per km²

Demographics

British

8,046

93.75%

Other White

251

2.92%

Irish

0.65%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.44%

Other Asian

0.41%

Total population: 8,582

Housing

Owns outright

1,850

49.45%

Owns with a mortgage

1,116

29.83%

Private landlord or letting agency

468

12.51%

Other social rented

182

4.87%

Other forms of private rent

2.57%

Total households: 3,741

Property prices in Cowes West, Gurnard & Northwood

Based on 104 recent sales, the median property price is £322,500 in Cowes West, Gurnard & Northwood area, with individual transactions ranging from £47,000 up to £2,225,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	51	£435,000	£247,500	£355,000	£575,000	£1,045,000
Flats	3	£150,000	£67,200	£104,000	£166,500	£179,700
Semi-Detached	42	£276,000	£91,000	£228,875	£317,500	£404,788
Terraced	8	£256,250	£208,500	£230,000	£280,000	£283,900

10 years price trend in Cowes West, Gurnard & Northwood

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail