Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

GILLYS WALK, PL18 9BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GILLYS WALK, PL18 9BJ.

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

362

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PL18 9BJ — age 47, 84% ownership, 16% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £215k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

PL18 9BJ is a safe, established residential area on Gillys Walk, 0.2km from Albaston in Gunnislake and St Ann's Chapel. Administratively it sits within Calstock ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £215k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL18 9BJ are sourced from Output Area E00094661 (shared with 22 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 9BJ. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Semi-Detached

£ 156,000

3 sales · Mean £ 175,333

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

PL18 9BJ has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences4
Other theft3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Delaware Primary Academy

Good188 pupils0.4 km
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Gunnislake Primary Academy

Good16 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Queens Head0.0 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Delaware Primary Academy0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Dave's Chip Stop0.5 km
  • Feast - From The Heart Of The Old Chapel0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gunnislake0.5 km
  • Calstock2.0 km
  • Bere Alston3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Lay By0.1 km
  • Lay By0.1 km
  • Delaware Road0.4 km
  • Delaware Road0.4 km
  • Moorland Way0.4 km