Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

NORTH STREET, PL23 1DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH STREET, PL23 1DB.

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Population

230

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Avg Age

57

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

36%

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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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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1/10
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3/10
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7/10
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6/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Average age 57, 76% owned. PL23 1DB is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £415k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 11.7% year-on-year.

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

PL23 1DB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on North Street, 0.3km from Fowey in Fowey. Administratively it sits within Fowey, Tywardreath & Par ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

For serious buyers, PL23 1DB is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. An established, mature community with an average age of 57 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £415k, down 11.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PL23 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00182752 (shared with 51 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 PL23 1DB. 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

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 450,000

13 sales · Mean £ 459,223

Flat

£ 194,500

2 sales · Mean £ 194,500

Semi-Detached

£ 180,000

2 sales · Mean £ 180,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

PL23 1DB 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.

Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft4
Criminal damage and arson3
Burglary2

school Local Schools

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Fowey Primary School

Good159 pupils0.7 km
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Fowey River Academy

Requires Improvement576 pupils0.8 km
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Polruan Primary Academy

Requires Improvement28 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Johns Wines0.2 km
  • Kittows Of Fowey0.3 km
  • Quay Bakery0.2 km
  • Roly's Fudge Pantry0.2 km
  • Seasalt0.2 km
  • + 2 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Fowey Hall Hotel0.8 km
  • Fowey Hotel0.7 km
  • The Old Quay House0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Haveners Bar And Grill0.3 km
  • Safe Harbour Hotel0.4 km
  • The Galleon Inn0.2 km
  • The Lugger Inn0.9 km
  • The Ship Inn0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Appleton's Bar & Restaurant Ltd0.2 km
  • Brown Sugar0.3 km
  • Bufala Pizzeria0.3 km
  • Denaro's0.1 km
  • Fitzroy0.2 km
  • + 14 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Haveners Fish & Chip Shop Takeaway0.3 km
  • Lazy Jacks Kitchen0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Par5.5 km
  • Lostwithiel8.1 km
  • Luxulyan10.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Surgery0.2 km
  • Station Road0.3 km
  • Parish Church0.3 km
  • Fowey Town Quay Ferry Landing0.3 km
  • Fowey Town Quay Ferry Landing0.3 km