Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

CARBOTH LANE, PL15 7BE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARBOTH LANE, PL15 7BE.

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Population

338

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

40%

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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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

PL15 7BE is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 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.

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

PL15 7BE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Carboth Lane, 0.2km from Chapel in Launceston. Administratively it sits within Launceston South ward and the North Cornwall constituency.

For families considering a move, PL15 7BE represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL15 7BE are sourced from Output Area E00095692 (shared with 14 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 PL15 7BE. The average age is 49.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

PL15 7BE has low crime rates — 18 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 offences29
Anti-social behaviour8
Other theft4
Drugs4
Criminal damage and arson4

school Local Schools

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Windmill Hill Academy

Good191 pupils0.5 km
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St Catherine's CofE Primary School

Good242 pupils0.6 km
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Launceston College

Good1376 pupils0.6 km
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Launceston Primary School

21 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Clover Market0.7 km
  • Let's Get Naked0.6 km
  • Malcolm Barnecutt0.7 km
  • Westgate Butchers And Deli0.6 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Eagle House Hotel0.7 km
  • The White Hart Hotel0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Newmarket Inn0.7 km
  • Westgate Inn0.5 km
  • Launceston Football & Social Club0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • Buddhas Kitchen And Lounge0.6 km
  • Coffee Locker0.7 km
  • CoFo0.7 km
  • Costa Ltd0.6 km
  • Gateway Community Cafe0.6 km
  • + 20 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Francines0.7 km
  • H Pizza Bites0.7 km
  • Peking Chef0.7 km
  • Pizza Time0.7 km
  • Sun Wah0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Operative0.0 km
  • Iceland Foods0.7 km
  • Marks And Spencer0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gunnislake16.6 km
  • Calstock18.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Western Road0.1 km
  • Western Road0.1 km
  • Trecarn Close0.2 km
  • Trecarn Close0.2 km
  • Woburn Road Junction0.2 km