PL35 0AQ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Old Road, 0.3km from Boscastle in Boscastle. Administratively it sits within Camelford & Boscastle ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL35, PL35 0AQ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. 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 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% 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 £595k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL35 0AQ are sourced from Output Area E00095804 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD ROAD, PL35 0AQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD ROAD, PL35 0AQ.
206
53
£ 38,400 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL35 0AQ 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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PL35 0AQ combines high owner-occupation (81%), strong property values (£595k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL35 0AQ. The average age is 53.1. 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
£ 595,000
1 sales · Mean £ 595,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL35 0AQ 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
Boscastle Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Boscastle Bakery0.1 km
- Cornish Stores0.0 km
- Spar0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Riverside0.1 km
- The Wellington Hotel0.0 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cobweb Inn0.1 km
- Napoleon Inn0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Boscastle Farm Shop0.9 km
- Bridge House Tea Rooms And B And B0.1 km
- National Trust Shop And Pilchard Cafe0.1 km
- Sharon's Plaice@The Old Manor House0.1 km
- The Good Stuff At Harbour Light0.1 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Boscastle Bridge0.0 km
- Car Park0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PL350AQ · Data under Open Government Licence