PL23 1BY is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Union Place, 0.1km from Fowey in Fowey. Administratively it sits within Fowey, Tywardreath & Par ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. Average age 57 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £190k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL23 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00182752 (shared with 51 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UNION PLACE, PL23 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UNION PLACE, PL23 1BY.
230
57
£ 40,900 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 76% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, PL23 1BY is established retirement territory. 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 PL23 1BY. The average age is 57.2. 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
Flat
£ 190,000
3 sales · Mean £ 196,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
PL23 1BY has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Fowey Primary School
Fowey River Academy
Polruan Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Johns Wines0.0 km
- Kittows Of Fowey0.0 km
- Quay Bakery0.0 km
- Roly's Fudge Pantry0.0 km
- Seasalt0.0 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Fowey Hall Hotel0.6 km
- Fowey Hotel0.4 km
- The Old Quay House0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Haveners Bar And Grill0.1 km
- Safe Harbour Hotel0.2 km
- The Galleon Inn0.1 km
- The Lugger Inn0.7 km
- The Ship Inn0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
20 nearby- Appleton's Bar & Restaurant Ltd0.0 km
- Brown Sugar0.0 km
- Bufala Pizzeria0.1 km
- Crumpets Tea Shop0.8 km
- Denaro's0.2 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Haveners Fish & Chip Shop Takeaway0.0 km
- Lazy Jacks Kitchen0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Par5.4 km
- Lostwithiel8.3 km
- Luxulyan10.0 km
Bus Stops
- Parish Church0.0 km
- Fowey Town Quay Ferry Landing0.1 km
- Fowey Town Quay Ferry Landing0.1 km
- Fowey Town Quay Ferry Landing0.1 km
- Varco's Corner0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PL231BY · Data under Open Government Licence