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Newport Central & Parkhurst West

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About

Newport Central & Parkhurst West is located in the heart of the Isle of Wight, serving as a key urban area. The district includes Newport, the island's county town, which features a mix of retail, dining, and administrative facilities. Parkhurst West is adjacent to Newport and is known for its residential streets and proximity to Parkhurst Forest, a large woodland area with walking trails.

The area is well-connected, with Newport acting as a transport hub for buses and trains linking to other parts of the island. Local amenities include supermarkets, independent shops, and schools, making it a practical place to live. The nearby River Medina runs through the area, adding a natural element to the urban setting. Parkhurst West offers quieter streets while remaining close to Newport's conveniences.

Area overview

On average Newport Central & Parkhurst West has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 146 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Newport Central & Parkhurst West is £32,200 per year. There are 2 schools in Newport Central & Parkhurst West: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
146
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
13.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Newport Central & Parkhurst West Population
7,411
Population density
997.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,824
92.08%
Other Asian
215
2.9%
Other White
130
1.75%
White and Asian (mixed)
32
0.43%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
24
0.32%
Total population: 7,411

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
1,078
31.09%
Owns outright
940
27.11%
Owns with a mortgage
830
23.94%
Other social rented
442
12.75%
Other forms of private rent
112
3.23%
Total households: 3,467

Property prices in Newport Central & Parkhurst West

Based on 114 recent sales, the median property price is £178,500 in Newport Central & Parkhurst West area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £385,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Newport Central & Parkhurst West 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 Newport Central & Parkhurst West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£340,000
Flats37£115,000
Semi-Detached19£250,000
Terraced53£196,000

10 years median price trend in Newport Central & Parkhurst West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Newport Central & Parkhurst West.

All postcodes in Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO305HU

Forest Road

PO305JG

Heytesbury Road

PO305LR

Chapel Close

PO305UR

Ash Close

PO301SZ

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO305BG

Quay Street

PO305ET

Lugley Street

PO305FU

Hawthorn Close

PO305HJ

Hunny Hill

PO305HQ

Hookes Way

PO301AS

West Street

PO301BU

Bedford Row

PO301BZ

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO301JT

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO301TD

Scarrots Lane

PO301UL

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO301XB

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO305AB

Drill Hall Road

PO305AU

Crocker Street

PO305ES

Quarry View

PO305FF

Mimosa Close

PO305HZ

Albany Road

PO305NF

Park Close

PO305PG

Forest End

PO305ZL

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO301LJ

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO301PP

Cross Street

PO301RU

Laundry Lane

PO301SP

New Street

PO301ST

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO305AL

Crocker Street

PO305ZA

Quarry View

PO301HY

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO301LA

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO301QH

Portland Street

PO301SL

Newport Central & Parkhurst West

PO305GE

Banner Lane

PO305LF

Greenfinch Close

PO305SA

Northumberland Road

PO305UY

River Way

PO305XU

Quay Street

PO301UH

New Street

PO305EJ

Trevor Road

PO305FZ

Whitesmith Road

PO305NJ

Broadwood Lane

PO305PR

Nicholson Street

PO305PW

Hearn Street

PO305SB

Argyle Road

PO301QA

Chapel Street

PO301XH

High Street

PO305EB

Caesars Road

PO305EN

Hunny Hill

PO301PQ

Bignor Place

PO301PY

Chapel Street

PO301TY

Quay Street

PO305AA

Alexandra Lane

PO305LN

Gunville West

PO305LX

Gunville Road

PO305NA

Forest Road

PO305NY

Alvington Manor View

PO305ZD

Hunnycross Way

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.