Is PL18 9AD a safe place to live?

Yes, PL18 9AD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 9 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PL18 9AD?

The average property price in PL18 9AD is currently around £470k.

What is the population of PL18 9AD?

The population for the PL18 9AD area is approximately 341 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PL18 9AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL18 9AD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

341

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL18 9AD is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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7/10

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2/10

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5/10

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3/10

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8/10

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4/10

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9/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PL18 9AD combines high owner-occupation (85%), strong property values (£470k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £470k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL18 9AD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Dimson, Middle in Cornwall. Administratively it sits within Calstock ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.

For serious buyers, PL18 9AD is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £470k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL18 9AD are sourced from Output Area E00094662 (shared with 18 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 PL18 9AD. The average age is 54.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

45%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 470,000

1 sales · Mean £ 470,000

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

PL18 9AD has low crime rates — 9 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft4

Violence and sexual offences2

Criminal damage and arson2

Burglary1

Shoplifting1

school Local Schools

Delaware Primary Academy

Good188 pupils0.6 km

Gunnislake Primary Academy

Good16 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Rising Sun Inn0.6 km
The Queens Head0.5 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Co-op0.3 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Delaware Primary Academy0.6 km

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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Dave's Chip Stop0.4 km
Feast - From The Heart Of The Old Chapel0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Gunnislake0.3 km
Calstock1.9 km
Bere Alston3.3 km

Bus Stops

Gunnislake Rail Station0.3 km
Railway Stn Car Park0.4 km
Gunnislake Rail Station0.4 km
Station Road0.4 km
Railway Station Sand Hill0.4 km