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Lake South

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About

Lake South ward encompasses the southern coastal stretch of the Isle of Wight, centred on the village of Lake. The area is characterised by its proximity to wide, sandy beaches like Sandown Bay, with residential streets leading directly to the shore. The landscape is predominantly low-lying, with a mix of housing and small commercial premises serving the local community and visitors. It functions largely as a residential and holiday area, with a straightforward connection to the seaside.

A specific local landmark is the historic Lake Church, situated near the main road through the village. The ward includes the eastern edges of the military training grounds at Yaverland, which influence the hinterland. The geography is linear, following the coast, with the land rising gently inland towards the chalk downs. Public footpaths provide access to the coastal path and the nearby birdwatching sanctuary at Brading Marshes RSPB reserve.

Area overview

On average Lake South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Lake South is £41,292 per year. There are 2 schools in Lake South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Lake South is home to around 3,397 people, with a population density of about 1,575.9 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
13.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Lake South Population
3,397
Population density
1,575.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
39.74(+25%)
Public order
6.77(+12%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.59(-55%)
Criminal damage and arson
5.3(-18%)
Shoplifting
4.71(-41%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,245
95.55%
Other White
54
1.59%
Irish
20
0.59%
White and Asian (mixed)
13
0.38%
Bangladeshi
11
0.32%
Total population: 3,396

Economics

Education (age 16+)

No qualifications
798
26.19%
Level 4 qualifications or above
584
19.17%
Level 3 (A level)
496
16.28%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
435
14.28%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
346
11.36%
Total 16+ residents: 3,047

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
942
55.38%
Other social rented
275
16.17%
Owns with a mortgage
272
15.99%
Private landlord or letting agency
141
8.29%
Other forms of private rent
36
2.12%
Total households: 1,701

Property prices in Lake South

Based on 55 recent sales, the median property price is £265,000 in Lake South area, with individual transactions ranging from £92,000 up to £440,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Lake South in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Lake South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached33£297,000
Flats7£130,000
Semi-Detached8£261,250
Terraced7£255,000

10 years median price trend in Lake South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Lake South.

All postcodes in Lake South

PO369QT

Linnet Rise

PO377EQ

Whitecross Lane

PO369NR

Sea Close

PO369QS

Merrie Gardens

PO369JZ

Sandown Road

PO377JD

Landguard Manor Road

PO377EA

Green Lane

PO369LG

Flitcroft Gardens

PO369QR

Merrie Gardens

PO377HH

The Rogers

PO369FH

Newport Road

PO369PP

James Mews

PO376HT

Sandown Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.