Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

COMMERCIAL STREET, PL18 9JP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMMERCIAL STREET, PL18 9JP.

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Population

271

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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6/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PL18 9JP — age 50, 77% ownership, 22% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

PL18 9JP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Commercial Street, 0.1km from Gunnislake in Gunnislake and St Ann's Chapel. Administratively it sits within Calstock ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.

For families considering a move, PL18 9JP represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £187k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL18 9JP are sourced from Output Area E00094673 (shared with 18 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 9JP. The average age is 50.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%
Asian / British Asian0.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 116,000

1 sales · Mean £ 116,000

Detached

£ 259,000

1 sales · Mean £ 259,000

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

PL18 9JP has low crime rates — 18 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.

Violence and sexual offences24
Anti-social behaviour4
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Gunnislake Primary Academy

Good16 pupils0.3 km
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Delaware Primary Academy

Good188 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Gunnislake Stores0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Rising Sun Inn0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Williams Community Cafe0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gunnislake1.2 km
  • Calstock3.1 km
  • Bere Alston4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Buccaneer Inn0.2 km
  • Woodland Close0.2 km
  • Woodland Way0.2 km
  • Cornish Inn0.2 km
  • Cornish Inn0.2 km