PL12 4BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hawthorns, 0.5km from St. Stephens in Saltash. Administratively it sits within Saltash Essa ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL12 4BB represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £230k, down 5.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL12 4BB are sourced from Output Area E00094859 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HAWTHORNS, PL12 4BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HAWTHORNS, PL12 4BB.
359
38
£ 37,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL12 4BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
PL12 4BB is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 5.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL12 4BB. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 220,000
15 sales · Mean £ 217,233
Detached
£ 305,000
3 sales · Mean £ 286,666
Terraced
£ 172,000
7 sales · Mean £ 177,571
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL12 4BB has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School
Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy
Saltash Community School
Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School
Burraton Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Xin Chinese Restaurant0.6 km
- Honey Catering1.0 km
- No.621.0 km
- Poolside Cafe Saltash0.5 km
- Asian Bowls Restaurant And Takeaway0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Mr Kuet Chinese Take Away And Fish & Chips0.9 km
- 2 Guys Pizza1.0 km
- Tamar Spice0.9 km
- Fortune Palace0.4 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- MK Callington Store0.5 km
- Muthu's Crossways Mini Market0.7 km
- Polnoon Pasties0.5 km
- Spar0.8 km
- Church Road Stores0.1 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Brunel Inn1.0 km
- The Cecil Arms0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saltash1.2 km
- St Budeaux Victoria Road2.8 km
- St Budeaux Ferry Road2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Hawthorns0.1 km
- Hawthorns0.1 km
- Cornwall College0.1 km
- Cornwall College0.1 km
- Alamein Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PL124BB · Data under Open Government Licence