PL28 8AG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Parade, 0.3km from Padstow in Padstow. Administratively it sits within Padstow ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL28 8AG represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a low density wholesale and retail character: low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £295k, down 23.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL28 8AG are sourced from Output Area E00182749 (shared with 35 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE PARADE, PL28 8AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE PARADE, PL28 8AG.
219
56
£ 42,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL28 8AG 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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, PL28 8AG is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 23.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL28 8AG. The average age is 56.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 295,000
2 sales · Mean £ 295,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PL28 8AG is moderate at 53 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Padstow School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Cornish Pasty Co.0.1 km
- SPAR0.2 km
- Padstow Pasty Co.0.1 km
- Padstow Tasting Room Limited0.2 km
- Roly's Fudge Pantry0.2 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- St Petroc's Hotel0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Old Custom House Inn/Pescadou Restaurant0.5 km
- Padstow Social Club0.4 km
- The Golden Lion0.2 km
- The London Inn0.2 km
- The Old Ship Hotel0.1 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Bintwo0.5 km
- Burgers And Fish0.2 km
- Cherry Blossom0.2 km
- Cherry Trees Coffee House0.1 km
- Crib Box Cafe0.5 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- The Cornish Bakery0.1 km
- Chip Ahoys0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Roche15.7 km
- St Columb Road16.0 km
- Quintrell Downs16.8 km
Bus Stops
- Padstow Ferry Landing0.0 km
- Padstow Ferry Landing0.0 km
- Padstow Ferry Landing0.1 km
- New Street0.4 km
- New Street0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PL288AG · Data under Open Government Licence