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Niton, Shorwell & Godshill

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About

The Niton, Shorwell & Godshill area in the Isle of Wight covers a mix of rural landscapes and historic villages. Niton, located near the southern coast, is known for its proximity to St Catherine's Down and the iconic lighthouse. Shorwell, further inland, features traditional thatched cottages and the 16th-century Northcourt Manor. Godshill, a popular tourist spot, is home to a medieval church and model village.

The area is characterised by rolling countryside, woodland, and quiet lanes, offering walking routes like the Tennyson Trail. Local farms and small businesses contribute to the rural economy. The coastline near Niton includes rocky shores and secluded coves, while inland villages retain a quiet, traditional atmosphere.

Area overview

On average Niton, Shorwell & Godshill has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 37 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Niton, Shorwell & Godshill is £38,500 per year. There are 2 schools in Niton, Shorwell & Godshill: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
37
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
8.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Niton, Shorwell & Godshill Population
5,700
Population density
75.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,484
96.21%
Other White
94
1.65%
Irish
33
0.58%
White and Asian (mixed)
25
0.44%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
15
0.26%
Total population: 5,700

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,353
52.22%
Owns with a mortgage
629
24.28%
Private landlord or letting agency
264
10.19%
Other social rented
243
9.38%
Other forms of private rent
69
2.66%
Total households: 2,591

Property prices in Niton, Shorwell & Godshill

Based on 63 recent sales, the median property price is £300,000 in Niton, Shorwell & Godshill area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £1,025,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Niton, Shorwell & Godshill 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 Niton, Shorwell & Godshill over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached27£395,000
Flats3£130,000
Semi-Detached21£277,000
Terraced12£256,500

10 years median price trend in Niton, Shorwell & Godshill

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Niton, Shorwell & Godshill.

All postcodes in Niton, Shorwell & Godshill

PO383JS

Merryl Lane

PO383ND

Main Road

PO303ER

Hollow Lane

PO303LR

Fine Lane

PO382BL

Glen Approach

PO383AL

Shanklin Road

PO383FJ

Niton, Shorwell & Godshill

PO383HW

Moor View

PO303DZ

Whitcombe Road

PO303HF

Berry Shute

PO382JT

Emmett Hill

PO382QB

Ludbrook Way

PO382QG

High Street

PO382QJ

Southford Lane

PO383AP

Redhill Lane

PO383HT

Worsley Road

PO383HU

Dubbers

PO383JH

Yarborough Close

Data Sources

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