PL12 4FW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.6km from Burraton in Saltash. Administratively it sits within Saltash Essa ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL12 4FW represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PL12 4FW are sourced from Output Area E00094859 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PL12 4FW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL12 4FW.
359
38
£ 37,800 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL12 4FW 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.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 38, PL12 4FW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL12 4FW. The average age is 37.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL12 4FW has low crime rates — 26 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
St Stephens (Saltash) Community Primary School
Brunel Primary & Nursery Academy
Burraton Community Primary School
Saltash Community School
Bishop Cornish CofE VA Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Xin Chinese Restaurant0.4 km
- Honey Catering0.9 km
- No.620.9 km
- Poolside Cafe Saltash0.4 km
- Asian Bowls Restaurant And Takeaway0.8 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Mr Kuet Chinese Take Away And Fish & Chips0.8 km
- 2 Guys Pizza0.9 km
- Tamar Spice0.8 km
- Fortune Palace0.4 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- MK Callington Store0.3 km
- Muthu's Crossways Mini Market0.6 km
- Polnoon Pasties0.3 km
- Spar0.7 km
- Church Road Stores0.3 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Brunel Inn0.9 km
- The Cecil Arms0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Saltash1.2 km
- St Budeaux Victoria Road2.8 km
- St Budeaux Ferry Road2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Castlemead Drive0.0 km
- Castlemead Drive0.0 km
- Alamein Road0.1 km
- Alamein Road0.1 km
- Alamein Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PL124FW · Data under Open Government Licence