PL12 4BZ is a safe, established residential area on Lower Port View, 0.1km from Port View, Lower in Saltash. Administratively it sits within Saltash Essa ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, PL12 4BZ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 58% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 5.5% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL12 4BZ are sourced from Output Area E00094864 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LOWER PORT VIEW, PL12 4BZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER PORT VIEW, PL12 4BZ.
315
34
£ 45,100 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL12 4BZ 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 4BZ has a significant social housing presence — 58% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 5.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL12 4BZ. The average age is 34.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 128,000
7 sales · Mean £ 126,714
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL12 4BZ has low crime rates — 36 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.
school Local Schools
Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School
Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy
Saltash Community School
St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Oggy Oggy Saltsh Inc Plymouth Vans Ltd0.4 km
- Church Road Stores0.9 km
- Deli Bazaar0.4 km
- McColls0.4 km
- Steve Brown Quality Butchers0.3 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Saltash Social Club0.4 km
- Saltash Sailing Club Fast Food0.6 km
- The Brunel Inn0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- No.620.3 km
- Poolside Cafe Saltash0.6 km
- The Community Kitchen0.4 km
- Asian Bowls Restaurant And Takeaway0.3 km
- Codfather0.5 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Everest Kitchen0.5 km
- 2 Guys Pizza0.3 km
- China City0.4 km
- Stopby0.4 km
- Tamar Spice0.3 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saltash0.4 km
- St Budeaux Victoria Road2.0 km
- St Budeaux Ferry Road2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Babis Farm0.2 km
- Fore Street Top0.3 km
- Babis Farm Way0.3 km
- Fore Street Top0.3 km
- Churchill Walk0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL124BZ · Data under Open Government Licence