PL22 is a postcode district in Cornwall, South West, covering 208 active and 27 retired postcodes.
The largest share of PL22 (30%) is characterised by a rural area with a significant number of older people in rented flats, alongside a countryside community of working families and retired residents (12%). A further 12% of the district is made up of a picturesque rural retirement spot — large homes, older residents, very low crime. This mix of 9 distinct neighbourhood types makes PL22 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in PL22 are around £242k, up 6.6% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across PL22 is moderate at 99 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 47 — 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 PL22 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
PL22 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the PL22 postcode area.
3,793
47
£ 36,600 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
PL22 is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 6.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care
Lerryn CofE Primary School
St Winnow CofE School
Mayflower Academy
Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School
Lostwithiel School
Weston Mill Community Primary Academy
Drake Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Benthams
- Restormel Lodge Hotel
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Earl Of Chatham
- Globe Inn
- Kings Arms
- Royal Oak Inn
- Ship Inn
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Annie's Comfort Food
- Asquith's Restaurant
- Bellamama Deli
- Duchy Of Cornwall Nursery Cafe
- Foodies Cafe Lostwithiel
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- A B Meats
- Lerryn River Stores
- Nelly's
- The Little Ice Cream Shop
- Devon And Cornwall Food Association (HQ)
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Country Fryer
- Moonlight Tandoori
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Area Profile: PL22 · Data under Open Government Licence