PL17 7BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Moonsfield, 0.2km from Callington in Callington. Administratively it sits within Callington & St Dominic ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, PL17 7BQ is a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £138k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PL17 7BQ are sourced from Output Area E00094645 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOONSFIELD, PL17 7BQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOONSFIELD, PL17 7BQ.
278
41
£ 41,100 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL17 7BQ 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
PL17 7BQ has a significant social housing presence — 46% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL17 7BQ. The average age is 41.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 130,000
9 sales · Mean £ 129,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL17 7BQ has low crime rates — 45 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
Callington Community College
Callington Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Ginsters Shop0.6 km
- Spar0.2 km
- Tamar Grow Local CIC0.3 km
- The Cornish Bakery0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Callington Bowling Club0.3 km
- Callington Social Club0.1 km
- The Bulls Head (Cornwall) LTD0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Balti King0.2 km
- Red Panda0.3 km
- The Blue Chip Fish And Chips0.2 km
- The Cornwall Bakery Staff Canteen0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco PLC0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Castle Chicken House0.1 km
- La Parrilla0.3 km
- Ming Kitchen0.1 km
- Pizza House0.2 km
- Proper Jobs0.2 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gunnislake6.8 km
- Calstock7.4 km
- Bere Alston8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Wi Hall0.1 km
- Newport Close0.1 km
- Primary School0.2 km
- New Road0.2 km
- Primary School0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL177BQ · Data under Open Government Licence