Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

BALL PARK, PL12 4AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BALL PARK, PL12 4AF.

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Population

311

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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10/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

PL12 4AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL12 4AF is a safe, established residential area on Ball Park, 0.2km from St. Stephens in Saltash. Administratively it sits within Saltash Essa ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.

For families considering a move, PL12 4AF represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL12 4AF are sourced from Output Area E00094865 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL12 4AF. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PL12 4AF has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences60
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson10
Other crime7
Other theft7

school Local Schools

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St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School

Good385 pupils0.3 km
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Saltash Community School

Requires Improvement1238 pupils0.6 km
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Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School

Good195 pupils0.8 km
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Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy

Good272 pupils0.8 km
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Burraton Community Primary School

Good412 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Xin Chinese Restaurant0.9 km
  • Poolside Cafe Saltash0.8 km
  • Saltash Masonic Hall0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • MK Callington Store0.8 km
  • Muthu's Crossways Mini Market0.9 km
  • Polnoon Pasties0.8 km
  • Spar1.0 km
  • Church Road Stores0.2 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Cecil Arms0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Fortune Palace0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saltash1.3 km
  • St Budeaux Victoria Road2.8 km
  • St Budeaux Ferry Road3.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Church Road0.0 km
  • Church Road0.0 km
  • St. Stephens Road0.1 km
  • St Stephens Road0.1 km
  • St Stephens Road0.1 km