The names of the roads on the estate relate mostly either to proximity of the sea (Marina, Solent) or refer to Cumbrian lakes (Grasmere, Derwent).

The area to the north of the Appley housing estate is now a public park, with the Solent beyond.

The stone-built tower by the sea wall dates from the days this land was the property of the Hutt family, as does the parkland itself, the latter being laid out to a design by Humphry Repton in 1798.

In 2008, Appley Park became the first open space on the Isle of Wight to be awarded a Green Flag.

The large villa just off the B3330 road, known previously as "Little Appley" at one time accommodated a school, as shown by the remaining sports field which adjoins it.