Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

POLMEAR, PL24 2AT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for POLMEAR, PL24 2AT.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

53

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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: 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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5/10
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3/10
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3/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PL24 2AT — age 53, 86% ownership, 13% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £185k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 15.2% year-on-year.

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

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

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £185k, up 15.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PL24 2AT are sourced from Output Area E00096144 (shared with 7 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 2AT. The average age is 53.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Terraced

£ 175,000

11 sales · Mean £ 174,950

Semi-Detached

£ 158,000

2 sales · Mean £ 158,000

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

PL24 2AT 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

school Local Schools

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Tywardreath School

Good295 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • Greensdirect Glastonbury Cheese0.6 km
  • Par Green Stores0.9 km
  • Spar0.7 km
  • Tywardreath Butchers0.8 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
  • Luxulyan6.0 km
  • Lostwithiel6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Ship Inn0.1 km
  • The Ship Inn0.1 km
  • Par Beach Cafe0.3 km
  • Polmear Parc0.3 km
  • Polmear Parc0.3 km