PL13 1DR is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Rame View, 0.1km from Barbican Farm New in Looe. Administratively it sits within Looe East & Deviock ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL13 1DR represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 62 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £249k, down 1.6% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PL13 1DR are sourced from Output Area E00094767 (shared with 26 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RAME VIEW, PL13 1DR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RAME VIEW, PL13 1DR.
339
62
£ 39,100 /yr
24%
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
PL13 1DR is a settled retirement community — average age 62, 89% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 1.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL13 1DR. The average age is 62.2. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 195,000
15 sales · Mean £ 200,685
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL13 1DR has low crime rates — 11 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
Looe Community Academy
Looe Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Black Swan1.0 km
- The Barbican Inn0.3 km
- The Globe Inn0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Cafe Fleur1.0 km
- Kelly's Of Looe1.0 km
- Looe Bakery1.0 km
- Miss Marples1.0 km
- Ben's Plaice0.2 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- East Looe Co-op0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Harveys Fish Bar1.0 km
- Harry's0.9 km
- Ocean Dragon Takeaway0.3 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Barbican Bakery0.3 km
- J & J Wilson1.0 km
- Spar0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Commonwood Manor0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Looe0.8 km
- Sandplace3.0 km
- Causeland5.0 km
Bus Stops
- New Barbican Farm0.2 km
- Barbican Road0.2 km
- Barbican Road0.2 km
- The Barbican Inn0.3 km
- Top of Sunrising Estate0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL131DR · Data under Open Government Licence