PL23 1DJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.3km from Polruan in Polruan. Administratively it sits within Lostwithiel & Lanreath ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, PL23 1DJ is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 48 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 55% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for PL23 1DJ are sourced from Output Area E00094731 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PL23 1DJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL23 1DJ.
194
48
£ 39,100 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL23 1DJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Social renting makes up 55% of tenure in PL23 1DJ — a meaningful indicator of a community with strong public housing infrastructure. The 48-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL23 1DJ. The average age is 47.5. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PL23 1DJ is moderate at 67 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Polruan Primary Academy
Fowey River Academy
Fowey Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Johns Wines1.0 km
- Kittows Of Fowey0.9 km
- Quay Bakery1.0 km
- Roly's Fudge Pantry1.0 km
- Seasalt1.0 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Fowey Hotel0.9 km
- The Old Quay House1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Haveners Bar And Grill0.9 km
- The Galleon Inn1.0 km
- The Lugger Inn0.4 km
- The Ship Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- Appleton's Bar & Restaurant Ltd1.0 km
- Brown Sugar0.9 km
- Bufala Pizzeria0.9 km
- Crumpets Tea Shop0.3 km
- Fitzroy1.0 km
- + 9 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Haveners Fish & Chip Shop Takeaway0.9 km
- Lazy Jacks Kitchen0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Par6.2 km
- Lostwithiel9.2 km
- Luxulyan10.9 km
Bus Stops
- Greenbank0.1 km
- St Saviour's Hill0.1 km
- Ocean View0.1 km
- St Saviour's Hill0.2 km
- Ocean View0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL231DJ · Data under Open Government Licence