PL23 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Du Maurier Drive, 0.4km from Lescrow in Fowey. Administratively it sits within Fowey, Tywardreath & Par ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £371k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL23 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00182793 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DU MAURIER DRIVE, PL23 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DU MAURIER DRIVE, PL23 1DQ.
474
39
£ 40,900 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
PL23 1DQ is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £371k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL23 1DQ. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 365,000
3 sales · Mean £ 324,166
Terraced
£ 327,500
2 sales · Mean £ 327,500
Semi-Detached
£ 124,375
1 sales · Mean £ 124,375
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL23 1DQ has low crime rates — 21 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 River Academy
Fowey Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Fowey Hall Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Par4.2 km
- Lostwithiel7.7 km
- Luxulyan8.9 km
Bus Stops
- Hill Hay0.1 km
- Hill Hay0.2 km
- Hill Hay Close0.2 km
- Hill Hay Close0.2 km
- Lankelly Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL231DQ · Data under Open Government Licence