PL17 7LP is a mixed residential area located 1.0km from Mornick in Cornwall. Administratively it sits within Lynher ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL17, PL17 7LP offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 48 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Property: Average house prices are around £390k, up 9.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL17 7LP are sourced from Output Area E00094791 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PL17 7LP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL17 7LP.
537
48
£ 42,900 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PL17 7LP — age 48, 85% ownership, 11% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 9.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL17 7LP. The average age is 48.1. 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
Detached
£ 390,000
4 sales · Mean £ 382,500
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Phil Coles Butcher0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gunnislake9.9 km
- Calstock11.1 km
- Menheniot11.9 km
Bus Stops
- St Sampsons Church0.2 km
- St Sampsons Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL177LP · Data under Open Government Licence