PL12 4DE is a safe, established residential area on Carnoustie Drive, 0.2km from Burraton Coombe in Saltash. Administratively it sits within Saltash Essa ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL12 4DE represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £245k, down 64.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL12 4DE are sourced from Output Area E00094877 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARNOUSTIE DRIVE, PL12 4DE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARNOUSTIE DRIVE, PL12 4DE.
318
48
£ 37,800 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
PL12 4DE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 48, 81% 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. Property prices are trending down 64.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL12 4DE. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 241,000
9 sales · Mean £ 227,301
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL12 4DE has low crime rates — 14 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
Burraton Community Primary School
St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School
Saltash Community School
Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy
Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Mr Kuet Chinese Take Away And Fish & Chips0.9 km
- Fortune Palace1.0 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- MK Callington Store0.8 km
- Muthu's Crossways Mini Market0.9 km
- Polnoon Pasties0.8 km
- Spar0.8 km
- Church Road Stores0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Cecil Arms0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saltash1.7 km
- St Budeaux Victoria Road3.3 km
- St Budeaux Ferry Road3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Fairmead Road Back Hill0.1 km
- Back Hill0.2 km
- Broom Hill0.3 km
- Broom Hill0.3 km
- St. Stephens Church0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PL124DE · Data under Open Government Licence