PL29 is a postcode district in Cornwall, South West, covering 58 active and 8 retired postcodes.
The largest share of PL29 (47%) is characterised by a rural area with a significant number of older people in rented flats, alongside a mature neighbourhood of self-reliant retirees, typically owner-occupied (22%). A further 17% of the district is made up of a picturesque rural retirement spot — large homes, older residents, very low crime. Overall, PL29 is a varied district — different streets can feel quite different in character.
Property: Average house prices in PL29 are around £546k, up 15.1% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across PL29 is moderate at 89 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. The district has a mature, established population with an average age of 49 — predominantly owner-occupied, quiet, and low-turnover.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full PL29 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
Area Analysis Cornwall, South West
PL29 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the PL29 postcode area.
groups
Population881
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Avg Age49
payments
Avg Income£ 35,500 /yr
work
Employed47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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7/10family_restroomFamily
5/10favoriteHealth
3/10workEmployment
2/10diversity_3Diversity
3/10paymentsAffluence
3/10directions_transitTransit
1/10homeHome Ownership
5/10trending_upInvestment
3/10psychology
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PL29 combines high owner-occupation (66%), strong property values (£546k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Crime rates in this specific area are moderate. Property prices average £546k. Property prices are trending up 15.1% year-on-year.
home £546,694 median price
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mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.1%
Other / Mixed2.1%
Economic Activity
47%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
Violence and sexual offences26
Anti-social behaviour14
Criminal damage and arson13
Other theft9
Other crime8
school Local Schools
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Port Isaac Community Primary School
Inadequate60 pupils
storefront Nearby Amenities
local_bar
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Golden Lion
restaurant
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Noahs Cafe
- Outlaw's Fish Kitchen
- Outlaws New Road
- Pilchards At Port Gaverne
- The Angry Anchovy
- + 7 more
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Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Dennis Knight Fish Merchant
- Port Isaac Seafood School
fastfood
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Nicki B'S Deli & Bakery
- Pengelley's Fish And Chips
- The Delibox
hotel
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Port Gaverne Hotel
- The Old School Hotel & Restaurant
- The Slipway
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Area Profile: PL29 · Data under Open Government Licence