Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PLACE VIEW, PL23 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLACE VIEW, PL23 1BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

172

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL23 1BJ 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.

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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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3/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, PL23 1BJ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £440k reflects the demand.

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

PL23 1BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Place View, 0.1km from Fowey in Fowey. Administratively it sits within Fowey, Tywardreath & Par ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL23 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00096134 (shared with 16 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 PL23 1BJ. The average age is 55.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.0%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 440,000

3 sales · Mean £ 417,333

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

PL23 1BJ has low crime rates — 14 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary3
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Fowey Primary School

Good159 pupils0.4 km
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Fowey River Academy

Requires Improvement576 pupils0.5 km
P

Polruan Primary Academy

Requires Improvement28 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Johns Wines0.2 km
  • Kittows Of Fowey0.1 km
  • Quay Bakery0.2 km
  • Readymoney Beach Shop0.9 km
  • Roly's Fudge Pantry0.2 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Fowey Hall Hotel0.4 km
  • Fowey Hotel0.3 km
  • The Old Quay House0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Haveners Bar And Grill0.2 km
  • Safe Harbour Hotel0.1 km
  • The Galleon Inn0.2 km
  • The Lugger Inn0.7 km
  • The Ship Inn0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Appleton's Bar & Restaurant Ltd0.2 km
  • Brown Sugar0.1 km
  • Bufala Pizzeria0.1 km
  • Crumpets Tea Shop0.8 km
  • Denaro's0.3 km
  • + 15 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Haveners Fish & Chip Shop Takeaway0.1 km
  • Lazy Jacks Kitchen0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Par5.3 km
  • Lostwithiel8.3 km
  • Luxulyan10.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Varco's Corner0.1 km
  • Safe Harbour Hotel0.1 km
  • Parish Church0.1 km
  • Bottom Hanson Drive0.1 km
  • Bottom Hanson Drive0.1 km