PL18 9AL is a safe, established residential area located 0.0km 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 9AL offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £552k, down 66.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL18 9AL are sourced from Output Area E00094661 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PL18 9AL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL18 9AL.
362
47
£ 42,200 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PL18 9AL combines high owner-occupation (84%), strong property values (£552k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending down 66.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL18 9AL. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 195,000
2 sales · Mean £ 195,000
Detached
£ 275,000
7 sales · Mean £ 441,421
Terraced
£ 116,000
2 sales · Mean £ 116,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL18 9AL has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Delaware Primary Academy
Gunnislake Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Co-op0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Queens Head0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Delaware Primary Academy0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Dave's Chip Stop0.6 km
- Feast - From The Heart Of The Old Chapel0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gunnislake0.7 km
- Calstock1.9 km
- Bere Alston3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Lay By0.0 km
- Lay By0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PL189AL · Data under Open Government Licence