Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

WOODLAND VIEW, PL26 6DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODLAND VIEW, PL26 6DR.

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Population

120

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 44,100 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL26 6DR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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8/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PL26 6DR combines high owner-occupation (70%), strong property values (£191k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 35.7% year-on-year.

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

PL26 6DR is a sought-after residential area on Woodland View, 0.4km from Duporth in Duporth. Administratively it sits within Mevagissey & St Austell Bay ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL26, PL26 6DR offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 70% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £191k, up 35.7% year-on-year. 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 PL26 6DR are sourced from Output Area E00182836 (shared with 4 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 6DR. The average age is 49.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 49%
Unemployed: 0%
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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

Flat

£ 165,000

33 sales · Mean £ 186,204

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

PL26 6DR has low crime rates — 18 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.

Violence and sexual offences13
Anti-social behaviour7
Vehicle crime1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Penrice Academy

Outstanding1425 pupils1.1 km
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Mount Charles School

Good378 pupils1.1 km
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Charlestown Primary School

Good400 pupils1.5 km
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Restormel Academy

Good18 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Porthpean Golf Club0.7 km
  • Rashleigh Arms Hotel1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Porthpean Beach Shop0.2 km
  • BB's At Charlies0.9 km
  • Charlies Boat House0.9 km
  • Dough Buoys Pizzeria1.0 km
  • Rebellion Roast House1.0 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Meadowbank Poultry0.9 km
  • Tall Ships Creamery1.0 km
  • The Ice Cream Shop0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Pier House Hotel0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • St Austell2.0 km
  • Par5.5 km
  • Luxulyan7.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Orchard Way0.1 km
  • Orchard Way0.1 km
  • Pavilion Rise0.1 km
  • Rashleigh Road0.2 km
  • Bay View Road0.2 km