Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

MAYFIELD DRIVE, PL29 3SL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MAYFIELD DRIVE, PL29 3SL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

263

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 40,600 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL29 3SL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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2/10
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4/10
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Area Character

With 56% social renting, PL29 3SL is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.

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

PL29 3SL is a safe, established residential area on Mayfield Drive, 0.3km from Port Gaverne in Port Isaac. Administratively it sits within Wadebridge West & St Mabyn ward and the North Cornwall constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, PL29 3SL is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 56% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL29 3SL are sourced from Output Area E00095760 (shared with 7 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 PL29 3SL. The average age is 42.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 265,000

3 sales · Mean £ 283,333

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

PL29 3SL has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences9
Other crime6
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Port Isaac Community Primary School

Inadequate60 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Dennis Knight Fish Merchant0.4 km
  • Port Isaac Seafood School0.4 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Old School Hotel & Restaurant0.4 km
  • Port Gaverne Hotel0.4 km
  • The Slipway0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Golden Lion0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Chapel Cafe0.5 km
  • Fee's0.4 km
  • Fresh From The Sea0.4 km
  • Just Shellfish0.4 km
  • Noahs Cafe0.4 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Nicki B'S Deli & Bakery0.4 km
  • Pengelley's Fish And Chips0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Roche19.1 km
  • Bodmin Parkway19.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Co Op0.2 km
  • Co Op0.2 km
  • Port Gaverne Hotel0.3 km
  • Port Gaverne Hotel0.3 km
  • Central Garage0.4 km