PL25 3AJ is a sought-after residential area on Duck Street, 0.2km from Charlestown in St Austell. Administratively it sits within Mevagissey & St Austell Bay ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL25, PL25 3AJ offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 71% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for PL25 3AJ are sourced from Output Area E00182765 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DUCK STREET, PL25 3AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUCK STREET, PL25 3AJ.
433
46
£ 44,100 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL25 3AJ 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. PL25 3AJ's low deprivation rank, 71% ownership, and £445k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL25 3AJ. The average age is 45.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 365,000
4 sales · Mean £ 373,750
Semi-Detached
£ 325,000
1 sales · Mean £ 325,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL25 3AJ has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Charlestown Primary School
Penrice Academy
Mount Charles School
Sandy Hill Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Porthpean Beach Shop1.0 km
- Cafe Vibe0.9 km
- BB's At Charlies0.2 km
- Charlies Boat House0.1 km
- Dough Buoys Pizzeria0.1 km
- + 7 more
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Niles Bakery0.8 km
- Niles Bakery And Cafe0.8 km
- T A Kittow & Sons0.8 km
- Tall Ships Creamery0.1 km
- The Ice Cream Shop0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Holmbush Inn0.8 km
- Rashleigh Arms Hotel0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chinese Kitchen0.8 km
- Holmbush Fish Bar0.8 km
- Vons Coffee House0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Driftwood0.6 km
- Pier House Hotel0.1 km
- Porth Avallen Hotel0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Austell2.4 km
- Par4.5 km
- Luxulyan6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Old Chapel0.1 km
- Old Chapel0.1 km
- Church0.4 km
- Church0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PL253AJ · Data under Open Government Licence