PL18 9DJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Gunnislake in Gunnislake and St Ann's Chapel. Administratively it sits within Calstock ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL18 9DJ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PL18 9DJ are sourced from Output Area E00094675 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PL18 9DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL18 9DJ.
214
56
£ 42,200 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL18 9DJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Average age 56, 82% owned. PL18 9DJ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL18 9DJ. The average age is 56.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL18 9DJ has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Gunnislake Primary Academy
Delaware Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Gunnislake Stores0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Rising Sun Inn0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Williams Community Cafe0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gunnislake0.9 km
- Calstock2.8 km
- Bere Alston4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Tamar Park0.0 km
- Bealswood Road0.1 km
- Cornish Inn0.2 km
- Cornish Inn0.3 km
- Buccaneer Inn0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL189DJ · Data under Open Government Licence