PL35 0AX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Fore Street, 0.4km from Boscastle in Boscastle. Administratively it sits within Camelford & Boscastle ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
For serious buyers, PL35 0AX is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 78% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £408k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL35 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00095802 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORE STREET, PL35 0AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORE STREET, PL35 0AX.
264
52
£ 38,400 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PL35 0AX — age 52, 78% ownership, 17% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £408k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL35 0AX. The average age is 52.0. 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
Terraced
£ 268,725
10 sales · Mean £ 295,250
Detached
£ 446,500
2 sales · Mean £ 446,500
Semi-Detached
£ 330,000
3 sales · Mean £ 424,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL35 0AX has low crime rates — 22 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
Boscastle Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Boscastle Bakery0.6 km
- Cornish Stores0.6 km
- Spar0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Riverside0.6 km
- The Wellington Hotel0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cobweb Inn0.6 km
- Napoleon Inn0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Bridge House Tea Rooms And B And B0.6 km
- National Trust Shop And Pilchard Cafe0.7 km
- Sharon's Plaice@The Old Manor House0.6 km
- The Good Stuff At Harbour Light0.7 km
- The Rocket Store0.7 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Doctors Corner0.2 km
- Doctors Corner0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PL350AX · Data under Open Government Licence