Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

ST CATHERINE'S VIEW, PL23 1DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST CATHERINE'S VIEW, PL23 1DG.

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Population

185

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Avg Age

60

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL23 1DG is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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3/10
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1/10
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8/10
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3/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

PL23 1DG is a settled retirement community — average age 60, 85% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

PL23 1DG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on St Catherine'S View, 0.2km from Tower Park in Fowey. Administratively it sits within Fowey, Tywardreath & Par ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

For families considering a move, PL23 1DG represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An established, mature community with an average age of 60 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £250k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL23 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00096129 (shared with 10 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 1DG. The average age is 60.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 250,000

1 sales · Mean £ 250,000

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

PL23 1DG has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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Fowey River Academy

Requires Improvement576 pupils0.4 km
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Fowey Primary School

Good159 pupils0.6 km
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Polruan Primary Academy

Requires Improvement28 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Johns Wines1.0 km
  • Kittows Of Fowey0.9 km
  • Quay Bakery1.0 km
  • Readymoney Beach Shop0.3 km
  • Roly's Fudge Pantry1.0 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Fowey Hall Hotel0.4 km
  • Fowey Hotel0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Haveners Bar And Grill0.9 km
  • Safe Harbour Hotel0.8 km
  • The Lugger Inn1.0 km
  • The Ship Inn0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Appleton's Bar & Restaurant Ltd1.0 km
  • Brown Sugar0.9 km
  • Bufala Pizzeria0.9 km
  • Pintxo0.7 km
  • Royal Fowey Yacht Club0.9 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Haveners Fish & Chip Shop Takeaway0.9 km
  • Lazy Jacks Kitchen0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Par4.8 km
  • Lostwithiel8.4 km
  • Luxulyan9.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Readymoney Car Park0.0 km
  • Readymoney Car Park0.1 km
  • Gallant's Drive0.2 km
  • Gallant's Drive0.2 km
  • Tower Park0.3 km