Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

NEW QUAY TERRACE, PL23 1PE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEW QUAY TERRACE, PL23 1PE.

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Population

194

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 39,100 /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 1PE 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.

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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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1/10
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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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3/10
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9/10
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Area Character

With 55% social renting, PL23 1PE is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 48-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

PL23 1PE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on New Quay Terrace, 0.1km from Polruan in Polruan. Administratively it sits within Lostwithiel & Lanreath ward and the South East Cornwall constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, PL23 1PE 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. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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. Property: Average house prices are around £236k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL23 1PE are sourced from Output Area E00094731 (shared with 10 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 1PE. 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

White / British98.5%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 3%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 236,000

1 sales · Mean £ 236,000

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

Crime around PL23 1PE 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.

Violence and sexual offences21
Public order7
Other crime3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Polruan Primary Academy

Requires Improvement28 pupils0.3 km
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Fowey River Academy

Requires Improvement576 pupils1.0 km
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Fowey Primary School

Good159 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • Johns Wines0.8 km
  • Kittows Of Fowey0.7 km
  • Quay Bakery0.8 km
  • Readymoney Beach Shop0.9 km
  • Roly's Fudge Pantry0.8 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Fowey Hall Hotel0.8 km
  • Fowey Hotel0.6 km
  • The Old Quay House0.8 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Haveners Bar And Grill0.7 km
  • Safe Harbour Hotel0.9 km
  • The Galleon Inn0.8 km
  • The Lugger Inn0.1 km
  • The Ship Inn0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Appleton's Bar & Restaurant Ltd0.8 km
  • Brown Sugar0.7 km
  • Bufala Pizzeria0.7 km
  • Crumpets Tea Shop0.1 km
  • Denaro's0.9 km
  • + 12 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Haveners Fish & Chip Shop Takeaway0.7 km
  • Lazy Jacks Kitchen0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Par5.9 km
  • Lostwithiel9.0 km
  • Luxulyan10.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Quay0.1 km
  • Polruan Ferry Landing0.1 km
  • Polruan Ferry Landing0.1 km
  • Polruan Ferry Landing0.1 km
  • Greenbank0.2 km