PL25 3BY is a safe, established residential area on Retallick Meadows, 0.3km from Boldventure in St Austell. Administratively it sits within St Austell Bethel & Holmbush ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL25, PL25 3BY offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 90% 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 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £310k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL25 3BY are sourced from Output Area E00172807 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
RETALLICK MEADOWS, PL25 3BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RETALLICK MEADOWS, PL25 3BY.
415
39
£ 44,100 /yr
49%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PL25 3BY spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL25 3BY. The average age is 38.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 292,500
14 sales · Mean £ 290,071
Semi-Detached
£ 250,000
1 sales · Mean £ 250,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL25 3BY has low crime rates — 31 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
Bishop Bronescombe CofE School
Charlestown Primary School
Sandy Hill Academy
Penrice Academy
Carclaze Community Primary School
Mount Charles School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Spar0.5 km
- Booker Cash & Carry0.6 km
- Jewson Ltd0.6 km
- Niles Bakery0.9 km
- Niles Bakery And Cafe0.8 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Boscundle Manor0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Cornwall Footballgolf0.4 km
- Cafe Vibe0.6 km
- Pine Lodge Gardens Tea Room And Farm Shop0.9 km
- Tesco Customer Cafe0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Holmbush Inn0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Lidl UK0.6 km
- Tesco0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Chinese Kitchen0.9 km
- Holmbush Fish Bar0.9 km
- Vons Coffee House0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Austell2.4 km
- Par3.9 km
- Luxulyan4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Jubilee Meadow0.1 km
- Chapel Field0.3 km
- Chapel Field0.3 km
- Killyvarder Way0.3 km
- Killyvarder Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL253BY · Data under Open Government Licence