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Location in Isle of WightCalbourne sits where the marker shows within the county.

31,535
Population
12,224
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£47,361
Avg. household income
1,197
Businesses
227
People per km²
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About Calbourne

Calbourne is a village located on the Isle of Wight, within the county of Hampshire, England. It lies in the eastern part of the island, near the village of Brighstone. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open fields and scattered houses typical of the island’s countryside. Calbourne is situated close to the A3055, which connects it to other parts of the Isle of Wight, including Newport and Ryde. The village has a small community feel, with local amenities including a church and a village hall. The surrounding landscape offers walking opportunities, with paths leading towards the nearby chalk downs and coastal areas. The postcode area for Calbourne is PO30, which covers parts of the eastern Isle of Wight. The village retains a quiet, traditional atmosphere, reflecting the broader character of the island.

School Ratings in Calbourne

There are 13 schools in and around Calbourne. Nine Acres Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 12 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Calbourne

The average property price is £267K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £197K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Calbourne

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Calbourne, with 28 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Calbourne

Calbourne sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Calbourne

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Calbourne, the nearest being South Wight Medical Practice (2.4 miles away).

Local Data for Calbourne

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Property Prices 4,689 sales

Average Price £267K
£100 , £15.28M
Detached £363K 1,150
Semi £238K 1,125
Terraced £197K 1,399
Flat £128K 650

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
2 Secondary
4 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 12
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PO30 postcode area.

Shalfleet Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Brighstone Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Carisbrooke College Secondary 4.1 miles West Newport Children's Centre Good 4.1 miles Carisbrooke Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Christ The King College Secondary Requires Improvement 4.1 miles Newport Church of England Aided Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Nine Acres Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.6 miles Hunnyhill Ormiston Academy Primary 4.7 miles Lionheart School Not applicable Good 4.7 miles St George's School Not applicable Good 4.8 miles

Household Income in Calbourne ONS 2023

The average total household income in Calbourne is approximately £47,361 a year before tax, 14% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £37,292. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Calbourne £47,361
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £37,292.

Businesses in Calbourne ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,197 active businesses based in Calbourne, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,197 Total businesses
38 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 86%
Small, 10-49 12%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Calbourne IMD 2025

Calbourne sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 23%
5,330 Children (0-15) 17%
18,958 Working Age 60%
7,258 Older (65+) 23%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 15.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Calbourne 270 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Calbourne sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 126
Anti-Social Behaviour 28
Shoplifting 28
Public Order 23
Criminal Damage & Arson 17
Other Theft 15
Drugs 11
Burglary 7
Vehicle Crime 5
Other Crime 5
Bicycle Theft 2
Theft from Person 2
Robbery 1
Local Policing
Hampshire Wight Rural West Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Lymington Town Train Station 8.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Five Houses 0.6 miles Newbridge 0.9 miles Ningwood 1.8 miles Moortown 1.9 miles Shalcombe 2 miles Shalfleet 2 miles Hulverstone 2.2 miles Mottistone 2.2 miles Bowcombe 2.5 miles Newtown 2.5 miles Brighstone 2.5 miles Ningwood Common 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Isle of Wight
Ward Mountjoy & Shide
Constituency Isle of Wight
Parish Newport and Carisbrooke
Region South East

Home Ownership in Calbourne

Of the 13,591 households in and around Calbourne, 66% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 21% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 66% Social rented 14% Private rented 21%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Calbourne.

Frequently Asked Questions about Calbourne

What is the population of Calbourne?
Calbourne has a population of approximately 31,535 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Calbourne?
The average property in and around Calbourne sold for about £266,530, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 24% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Calbourne a deprived area?
Calbourne sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Calbourne?
Calbourne is covered by the PO30 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Calbourne?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Calbourne, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Calbourne?
The nearest railway station to Calbourne is Lymington Town Train Station, about 8.3 miles away.

Streets in PO30 30 shown View all streets

A3056 6 Acacia Close 1 Albany Road 5 Albany View 1 Albert Street 1 Alderbury Road 1 Alexandra Lane 2 Alvington Close 1 Alvington Manor View 2 Alvington Road 2 Angelica Grove 1 Argyle Road 2 Arreton Barns Craft Village 2 Arthur Moody Drive 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Lane 1 Ash Road 2 Ashley Way 1 Aspen Close 1 Atkinson Drive 2 Avondale Road 3 B3399 6 Badger Lane 1 Badgers Walk 1 Banner Lane 2 Barrington Row 1 Barry Way 1 Barton Road 3 Beadmans Grove 1 Beatrice Terrace 1

Postcodes in PO30 50 shown View all postcodes

PO30 1AE PO30 1AF PO30 1AG PO30 1AH PO30 1AJ PO30 1AL PO30 1AN PO30 1AP PO30 1AQ PO30 1AR PO30 1AS PO30 1AW PO30 1AX PO30 1AY PO30 1BA PO30 1BF PO30 1BG PO30 1BH PO30 1BJ PO30 1BL PO30 1BQ PO30 1BS PO30 1BU PO30 1BW PO30 1BX PO30 1BY PO30 1BZ PO30 1DA PO30 1DB PO30 1DD PO30 1DF PO30 1DG PO30 1DH PO30 1DJ PO30 1DL PO30 1DN PO30 1DP PO30 1DQ PO30 1DR PO30 1DS PO30 1DT PO30 1DU PO30 1DW PO30 1DX PO30 1EB PO30 1ED PO30 1EE PO30 1EF PO30 1EH PO30 1EJ