Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

TYWARDREATH HILL, PL24 2AP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TYWARDREATH HILL, PL24 2AP.

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

297

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 91% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, PL24 2AP is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.

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

PL24 2AP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Tywardreath Hill, 0.3km from Polmear in Tywardreath. Administratively it sits within Fowey, Tywardreath & Par ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

For families considering a move, PL24 2AP represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL24 2AP are sourced from Output Area E00096142 (shared with 6 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 PL24 2AP. The average age is 56.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

PL24 2AP has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour11
Violence and sexual offences8
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order3
Vehicle crime1

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Tywardreath School

Good295 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Greensdirect Glastonbury Cheese0.7 km
  • Par Green Stores0.9 km
  • Spar0.7 km
  • Tywardreath Butchers0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • The Ship Inn0.2 km
  • The Welcome Inn0.9 km
  • New Inn0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Howl Dowr0.2 km
  • Par Beach Cafe0.4 km
  • SJ's Coffee House0.7 km
  • The Strand Bistro0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Golden Wok0.7 km
  • Vals Place0.9 km
  • The Catch0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Par1.1 km
  • Luxulyan5.9 km
  • Lostwithiel6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • The Ship Inn0.2 km
  • The Ship Inn0.2 km
  • Polmear Parc0.3 km
  • Par Beach Cafe0.3 km
  • Polmear Parc0.3 km