PL13 1DU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Fore Street, 0.1km from Looe, East in Looe. Administratively it sits within Looe East & Deviock ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL13 1DU represents 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 51 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 46 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PL13 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00094781 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FORE STREET, PL13 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FORE STREET, PL13 1DU.
220
51
£ 38,700 /yr
53%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 51, PL13 1DU 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 PL13 1DU. The average age is 51.5. 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 mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL13 1DU has low crime rates — 46 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
Looe Primary Academy
Looe Community Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Barbican Bakery0.6 km
- Spar0.4 km
- Below Zero0.1 km
- Robbies Old Boathouse Ice Cream Factory0.1 km
- Sarah's Pasties And Cakes0.2 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Commonwood Manor0.8 km
- Hannafore Point Hotel0.6 km
- Portbyhan Hotel0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- The Barbican Inn0.7 km
- The Globe Inn0.4 km
- Admiral Boscarn0.3 km
- Black Swan0.1 km
- Looe Sailing Club0.2 km
- + 4 more
Restaurant, Cafe
34 nearby- Ben's Plaice0.9 km
- Bridge Grill0.2 km
- Martins Dairy0.2 km
- Polperro Holiday Park Shop And Restaurant0.5 km
- Rivercroft Hotel0.3 km
- + 29 more
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Harry's0.2 km
- Ocean Dragon Takeaway0.7 km
- Fresh Fillers0.2 km
- Harveys Fish Bar0.1 km
- The Pasty Shop0.2 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-operative0.0 km
- East Looe Co-op0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Looe0.5 km
- Sandplace3.6 km
- Causeland5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Bridge0.2 km
- Bridge0.2 km
- The Square0.2 km
- The Square0.2 km
- Station Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL131DU · Data under Open Government Licence