PL29 3AE is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Trewetha in Cornwall. Administratively it sits within Wadebridge West & St Mabyn ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL29 3AE represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 46 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PL29 3AE are sourced from Output Area E00095761 (shared with 31 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PL29 3AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL29 3AE.
385
46
£ 40,600 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PL29 3AE — age 46, 74% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL29 3AE. The average age is 46.4. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL29 3AE has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Port Isaac Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Dennis Knight Fish Merchant0.8 km
- Port Isaac Seafood School0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- The Old School Hotel & Restaurant0.8 km
- Port Gaverne Hotel0.3 km
- The Slipway0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Golden Lion0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Chapel Cafe0.8 km
- Fee's0.8 km
- Fresh From The Sea0.8 km
- Just Shellfish0.8 km
- Noahs Cafe0.8 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Nicki B'S Deli & Bakery0.8 km
- Pengelley's Fish And Chips0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Roche19.0 km
- Bodmin Parkway19.5 km
Bus Stops
- Trewetha Farm0.3 km
- Trewetha Farm0.3 km
- Port Gaverne Hotel0.4 km
- Port Gaverne Hotel0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PL293AE · Data under Open Government Licence