Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

THE STRAND, PL28 8AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE STRAND, PL28 8AJ.

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Population

219

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 42,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL28 8AJ 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.

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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 72% owned. PL28 8AJ is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

PL28 8AJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on The Strand, 0.2km from Padstow in Padstow. Administratively it sits within Padstow ward and the North Cornwall constituency.

For families considering a move, PL28 8AJ represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL28 8AJ are sourced from Output Area E00182749 (shared with 35 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 PL28 8AJ. 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

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

PL28 8AJ has low crime rates — 29 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences18
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft5
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Padstow School

Requires Improvement191 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Cornish Pasty Co.0.0 km
  • SPAR0.1 km
  • Padstow Pasty Co.0.0 km
  • Padstow Tasting Room Limited0.1 km
  • Roly's Fudge Pantry0.0 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • St Petroc's Hotel0.1 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Old Custom House Inn/Pescadou Restaurant0.4 km
  • Padstow Social Club0.3 km
  • The Golden Lion0.1 km
  • The London Inn0.1 km
  • The Old Ship Hotel0.1 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Bintwo0.4 km
  • Burgers And Fish0.0 km
  • Cherry Blossom0.0 km
  • Cherry Trees Coffee House0.0 km
  • Crib Box Cafe0.4 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • The Cornish Bakery0.1 km
  • Chip Ahoys0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Roche15.6 km
  • St Columb Road15.8 km
  • Quintrell Downs16.6 km

Bus Stops

  • New Street0.2 km
  • New Street0.2 km
  • Padstow Ferry Landing0.2 km
  • Padstow Ferry Landing0.2 km
  • Padstow Ferry Landing0.2 km