PL17 7DT is a safe, established residential area on Tavistock Road, 0.3km from Pengelly in Callington. Administratively it sits within Callington & St Dominic ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £181k, up 73.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL17 7DT are sourced from Output Area E00094642 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TAVISTOCK ROAD, PL17 7DT House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TAVISTOCK ROAD, PL17 7DT.
298
45
£ 41,100 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL17 7DT falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PL17 7DT spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 73.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL17 7DT. The average age is 44.7. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 165,000
1 sales · Mean £ 165,000
Semi-Detached
£ 95,000
1 sales · Mean £ 95,000
Detached
£ 270,000
3 sales · Mean £ 269,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL17 7DT has low crime rates — 35 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 Primary School
Callington Community College
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Ginsters Shop0.5 km
- Spar0.4 km
- Tamar Grow Local CIC0.4 km
- The Cornish Bakery0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Callington Bowling Club0.4 km
- Callington Social Club0.3 km
- The Bulls Head (Cornwall) LTD0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Balti King0.3 km
- Red Panda0.4 km
- The Blue Chip Fish And Chips0.4 km
- The Cornwall Bakery Staff Canteen0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco PLC0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Castle Chicken House0.3 km
- La Parrilla0.4 km
- Ming Kitchen0.3 km
- Pizza House0.4 km
- Proper Jobs0.3 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gunnislake6.6 km
- Calstock7.3 km
- Bere Alston8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Wi Hall0.1 km
- Elm Close0.2 km
- Elm Close0.2 km
- Newport Close0.2 km
- Primary School0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL177DT · Data under Open Government Licence