portsmouth PO39 Postcodes

Portsmouth (PO39)

The PO39 postcode area is located in the Portsmouth postcode town region, within the county of Isle of Wight, and contains a total of 126 individual postcodes.

There are 5 electoral wards in the PO39 postcode area, including Bembridge, Bognor Regis, Chichester, Cowes, East Cowes, Emsworth, Fareham, Freshwater, Gosport, Havant, Hayling Island, Lee-On-The-Solent, Newport, Portsmouth, Rowland's Castle, Ryde, Sandown, Seaview, Shanklin, Southsea, Totland Bay, Ventnor, Waterlooville, Yarmouth which come under the local authority of the Isle of Wight Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 18% of people in PO39 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of PO39 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

PO39 is located in the western part of the Isle of Wight in England, and falls under the jurisdiction of the Isle of Wight Council. It covers the towns of Bembridge, Brading, East Cowes, Fishbourne, Sandown, St Helens, and Yaverland, as well as the hamlets of Bouldnor, Havenstreet and Seaview.

The area is known for its entertainment and leisure activities, including several resorts and two golf courses. Bembridge Harbour is a picturesque spot to relax and take in the sights. For a taste of rural England, Alverstone and St Helens marshes are perfect for walking.

It is a popular holiday destination with its stunning beaches, suntraps and stunning coastlines. Sandown and Yaverland and beach are some of the most popular beaches, and Brading has its own marina and yacht club. The Isle of Wight is also great for boat trips, with ferry service to Portsmouth, plus plenty of tourist attractions such as Osborne House and Blackgang Chine.

The area has a high employment rate, with a growing creative, digital and IT sector. This provides job opportunities for both locals and visitors. The area is also well connected, with easy access to the mainland by ferry as well as road and air links.

PO39 is home to several schools and universities, including Isle of Wight College, the University of Portsmouth and Ryde School, as well as primary, secondary and even a special school.

The health care needs of the area are met by St Mary's Hospital, The Heel and Toe charity and Hospice Isle of Wight, as well as local practices and other services. The emergency services are located in the town of Ryde.

The wider PO39 landscape is home to a variety of natural environments, ranging from sand dunes and habitats, to farmland and heathland. This provides opportunities for eco-tourism and provides an environmental haven for wildlife. The area also has its own local currencies, the Portsmouth pound and the Yaverland pound, used in local businesses and events within the area.

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