PL35 0BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Mount Pleasant, 0.6km 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 0BJ 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 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £490k, up 13.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL35 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00095802 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOUNT PLEASANT, PL35 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOUNT PLEASANT, PL35 0BJ.
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
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PL35 0BJ combines high owner-occupation (78%), strong property values (£490k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £490k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 13.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL35 0BJ. 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
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 490,000
6 sales · Mean £ 447,916
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL35 0BJ has low crime rates — 14 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 Bakery0.8 km
- Cornish Stores0.8 km
- Spar0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- The Riverside0.8 km
- The Wellington Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cobweb Inn0.8 km
- Napoleon Inn0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Bridge House Tea Rooms And B And B0.8 km
- National Trust Shop And Pilchard Cafe0.9 km
- Sharon's Plaice@The Old Manor House0.8 km
- The Good Stuff At Harbour Light0.9 km
- The Rocket Store0.9 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Doctors Corner0.3 km
- Doctors Corner0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PL350BJ · Data under Open Government Licence