Is PL18 9AJ a safe place to live?

Yes, PL18 9AJ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PL18 9AJ?

The average property price in PL18 9AJ is currently around £350k.

What is the population of PL18 9AJ?

The population for the PL18 9AJ area is approximately 362 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PL18 9AJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL18 9AJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

362

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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7/10

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2/10

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5/10

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2/10

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6/10

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6/10

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8/10

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2/10

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Area Character

PL18 9AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL18 9AJ is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Albaston in Gunnislake and St Ann's Chapel. Administratively it sits within Calstock ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL18, PL18 9AJ offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL18 9AJ are sourced from Output Area E00094661 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL18 9AJ. The average age is 47.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 350,000

4 sales · Mean £ 375,000

Terraced

£ 225,000

3 sales · Mean £ 214,166

Semi-Detached

£ 195,000

6 sales · Mean £ 197,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PL18 9AJ has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences5

Other theft3

Anti-social behaviour1

Shoplifting1

Burglary1

school Local Schools

Delaware Primary Academy

Good188 pupils0.3 km

Gunnislake Primary Academy

Good16 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Co-op0.5 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Queens Head0.0 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Delaware Primary Academy0.4 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby

Dave's Chip Stop0.5 km
Feast - From The Heart Of The Old Chapel0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Gunnislake0.6 km
Calstock2.0 km
Bere Alston3.4 km

Bus Stops

Lay By0.1 km
Lay By0.1 km
Delaware Road0.4 km
Delaware Road0.4 km
Moorland Way0.4 km