PL28 8DS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Alan Road, 0.1km from Dinas in Padstow. Administratively it sits within Padstow ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, PL28 8DS is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
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 £365k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL28 8DS are sourced from Output Area E00095727 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALAN ROAD, PL28 8DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALAN ROAD, PL28 8DS.
187
50
£ 42,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL28 8DS 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
PL28 8DS has a significant social housing presence — 39% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL28 8DS. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 372,500
2 sales · Mean £ 372,500
Terraced
£ 265,000
3 sales · Mean £ 288,666
Detached
£ 383,000
2 sales · Mean £ 383,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL28 8DS has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. 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.0.6 km
- SPAR0.6 km
- Padstow Pasty Co.0.6 km
- Padstow Tasting Room Limited0.6 km
- Roly's Fudge Pantry0.5 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- St Petroc's Hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Old Custom House Inn/Pescadou Restaurant0.3 km
- Padstow Social Club0.3 km
- The Golden Lion0.5 km
- The London Inn0.5 km
- The Old Ship Hotel0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
19 nearby- Bintwo0.3 km
- Burgers And Fish0.5 km
- Cherry Blossom0.5 km
- Cherry Trees Coffee House0.6 km
- Craftworks Padstow0.8 km
- + 14 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- The Cornish Bakery0.6 km
- Chip Ahoys0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Roche15.2 km
- St Columb Road15.3 km
- Quintrell Downs16.1 km
Bus Stops
- Sarah's Lane0.1 km
- Sarah's Lane0.1 km
- Dennis Road0.1 km
- Dennis Road0.1 km
- Junction of Glynn Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL288DS · Data under Open Government Licence