Is PL26 6AX a safe place to live?

Yes, PL26 6AX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PL26 6AX?

The population for the PL26 6AX area is approximately 560 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PL26 6AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL26 6AX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-08 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

560

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

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.

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10/10

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9/10

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3/10

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4/10

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3/10

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6/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PL26 6AX spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL26 6AX is a safe, established residential area located 0.0km from Lower Porthpean in Cornwall. Administratively it sits within St Mewan & Grampound ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

For families considering a move, PL26 6AX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 45 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL26 6AX are sourced from Output Area E00096347 (shared with 24 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 PL26 6AX. The average age is 44.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%

Asian / British Asian0.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

42%Active

FT: 27%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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PL26 6AX has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Porthpean Golf Club0.3 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Porthpean Beach Shop0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

St Austell2.4 km
Par5.7 km
Luxulyan7.6 km