PL31 1BB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Lucas Close, 0.7km from Bodmin in Bodmin. Administratively it sits within Bodmin St Petroc's ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL31 1BB represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL31 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00095615 (shared with 118 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LUCAS CLOSE, PL31 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LUCAS CLOSE, PL31 1BB.
324
50
£ 42,200 /yr
42%
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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PL31 1BB spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. 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 PL31 1BB. The average age is 50.2. 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
£ 256,075
6 sales · Mean £ 250,358
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL31 1BB has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Petroc's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Beacon ACE Academy
Bodmin College
North Cornwall Alternative Provision Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin
Berrycoombe School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Bodmin Sea Food0.7 km
- Costcutter0.7 km
- Philip Johnson Butchers0.6 km
- Revolution Fuels Limited0.7 km
- Yummy Shop0.7 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Westberry Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Bodmin Town Afc & Social Club0.7 km
- Masons Arms0.9 km
- The Weavers0.7 km
- White Hart0.8 km
- Bodmin Bowls Club0.3 km
- + 3 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Asda Cafe0.7 km
- Bell Lane Fryer0.7 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Mad Hatter's Tea Rooms And Wonderland0.7 km
- Malcolm Barnecutt0.6 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.8 km
- Oriental Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Peking Palace0.6 km
- Viraj Fusion Limited0.9 km
- Wong's Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Wm Morrisons Supermarkets Limited0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bodmin Parkway4.6 km
- Lostwithiel7.5 km
- Luxulyan8.6 km
Bus Stops
- Bosvenna View0.1 km
- Bosvenna View0.1 km
- Bodmin General Station0.2 km
- Bodmin General Station0.2 km
- Bodmin General (Bodmin & Wenford Railway)0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL311BB · Data under Open Government Licence