Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

SAND HILL, PL18 9DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAND HILL, PL18 9DR.

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

414

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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5/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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7/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PL18 9DR spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

PL18 9DR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Sand Hill, 0.3km from Higher Dimson in Gunnislake and St Ann's Chapel. Administratively it sits within Calstock ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL18, PL18 9DR offers 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 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 76% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £310k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL18 9DR are sourced from Output Area E00094677 (shared with 21 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 9DR. The average age is 48.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 380,000

3 sales · Mean £ 360,666

Detached

£ 291,000

8 sales · Mean £ 319,187

Terraced

£ 248,000

1 sales · Mean £ 248,000

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

PL18 9DR has low crime rates — 10 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 offences8
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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Gunnislake Primary Academy

Good16 pupils0.6 km
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Delaware Primary Academy

Good188 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Gunnislake Stores0.7 km
  • Co-op0.4 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Rising Sun Inn0.5 km
  • The Queens Head0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Williams Community Cafe0.8 km
  • Delaware Primary Academy0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Dave's Chip Stop0.4 km
  • Feast - From The Heart Of The Old Chapel0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gunnislake0.3 km
  • Calstock2.5 km
  • Bere Alston3.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Highridge0.2 km
  • Railway Station Sand Hill0.2 km
  • Railway Station Sand Hill0.2 km
  • Gunnislake Rail Station0.3 km
  • Railway Stn Car Park0.3 km