Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

WESTERN TERRACE, PL15 7BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTERN TERRACE, PL15 7BP.

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Population

330

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 41,600 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PL15 7BP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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

PL15 7BP is an established family neighbourhood — 50% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 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 7BP is a safe, established residential area on Western Terrace, 0.2km from Chapel in Launceston. Administratively it sits within Launceston South ward and the North Cornwall constituency.

This 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, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £169k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for PL15 7BP are sourced from Output Area E00095694 (shared with 11 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 7BP. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 169,950

1 sales · Mean £ 169,950

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

PL15 7BP has low crime rates — 26 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 offences42
Anti-social behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson9
Other crime5
Other theft5

school Local Schools

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Windmill Hill Academy

Good191 pupils0.4 km
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Launceston College

Good1376 pupils0.7 km
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St Catherine's CofE Primary School

Good242 pupils0.7 km
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Launceston Primary School

21 pupils1.3 km
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St Stephens Community Academy

Outstanding240 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Clover Market0.5 km
  • Greenaways1.0 km
  • Launceston Foodbank0.9 km
  • Let's Get Naked0.4 km
  • Malcolm Barnecutt0.5 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Eagle House Hotel0.6 km
  • The White Hart Hotel0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Newmarket Inn0.5 km
  • Westgate Inn0.3 km
  • Launceston Football & Social Club0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

24 nearby
  • Buddhas Kitchen And Lounge0.5 km
  • Coffee Locker0.5 km
  • CoFo0.5 km
  • Costa Ltd0.5 km
  • Gateway Community Cafe0.5 km
  • + 19 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Francines0.5 km
  • H Pizza Bites0.6 km
  • Peking Chef0.5 km
  • Pizza Time0.5 km
  • Sun Wah0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Co-Operative0.2 km
  • Iceland Foods0.8 km
  • Marks And Spencer0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gunnislake16.7 km
  • Calstock18.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Western Road0.2 km
  • Western Road0.2 km
  • Westgate Street0.3 km
  • Trecarn Close0.3 km
  • Trecarn Close0.3 km