Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PL24 2BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL24 2BP.

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

354

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 37,900 /yr

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Employed

32%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL24 2BP represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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9/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PL24 2BP — age 53, 87% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

PL24 2BP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Par in Cornwall. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within St Blazey ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

Within the PL24 district, this postcode is characterised by 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. At 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL24 2BP are sourced from Output Area E00182803 (shared with 19 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 2BP. The average age is 53.5. 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 Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

32%Active
FT: 21%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

PL24 2BP has low crime rates — 26 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 behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft3
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Biscovey Academy

Outstanding279 pupils1.2 km
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Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy

Good189 pupils1.2 km
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Doubletrees School

Good99 pupils1.2 km
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Tywardreath School

Good295 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby
  • MJ's Bakery0.6 km
  • Par Green Stores0.6 km
  • Richards Fruit and Veg0.6 km
  • Spar0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Par Inn0.4 km
  • The Welcome Inn0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Par Beach Cafe0.8 km
  • SJ's Coffee House0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Golden Wok0.7 km
  • Vals Place0.7 km
  • YG'S0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Par1.0 km
  • Luxulyan5.7 km
  • St Austell6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • The Par Inn0.5 km
  • The Par Inn0.5 km