PL28 8BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Fentonluna Gardens, 0.2km from Prideaux Place in Padstow. Administratively it sits within Padstow ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL28, PL28 8BW offers 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 residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.4M.
Census 2021 statistics for PL28 8BW are sourced from Output Area E00182749 (shared with 35 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FENTONLUNA GARDENS, PL28 8BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FENTONLUNA GARDENS, PL28 8BW.
219
56
£ 42,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL28 8BW 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 8BW is established retirement territory. With £1.4M prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL28 8BW. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 1,125,000
2 sales · Mean £ 1,125,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL28 8BW has low crime rates — 20 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.
school Local Schools
Padstow School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Cornish Pasty Co.0.4 km
- SPAR0.3 km
- Padstow Farm Shop0.9 km
- Padstow Pasty Co.0.4 km
- Padstow Petrol Station And Shop1.0 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- St Petroc's Hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Old Custom House Inn/Pescadou Restaurant0.8 km
- Padstow Social Club0.4 km
- The Golden Lion0.3 km
- The London Inn0.3 km
- The Old Ship Hotel0.4 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Bintwo0.8 km
- Burgers And Fish0.4 km
- Cherry Blossom0.4 km
- Cherry Trees Coffee House0.4 km
- Crib Box Cafe0.8 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- The Cornish Bakery0.4 km
- Chip Ahoys0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Roche15.9 km
- St Columb Road15.9 km
- Quintrell Downs16.6 km
Bus Stops
- Boyd Avenue0.4 km
- New Street0.4 km
- School Hill0.4 km
- New Street0.5 km
- School Hill0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PL288BW · Data under Open Government Licence