PL18 9BG is a mixed residential area located 0.6km from Mount Pleasant in Cornwall. Administratively it sits within Calstock ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL18 9BG represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for PL18 9BG are sourced from Output Area E00094674 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PL18 9BG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL18 9BG.
272
54
£ 42,200 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL18 9BG represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
PL18 9BG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 89% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL18 9BG. The average age is 54.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
school Local Schools
Harrowbarrow School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gunnislake2.9 km
- Calstock4.3 km
- Bere Alston5.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PL189BG · Data under Open Government Licence