Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PL24 2DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL24 2DE.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

211

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 37,900 /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: PL24 2DE 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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5/10
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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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7/10
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Area Character

PL24 2DE has a significant social housing presence — 67% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

PL24 2DE is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Biscovey in St Blazey. Administratively it sits within St Blazey ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, PL24 2DE is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 67% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 20% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL24 2DE are sourced from Output Area E00096300 (shared with 8 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 PL24 2DE. The average age is 44.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.5%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

PL24 2DE has low crime rates — 25 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences52
Criminal damage and arson11
Anti-social behaviour9
Other theft6
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Biscovey Academy

Outstanding279 pupils0.1 km
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Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy

Good189 pupils0.1 km
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Doubletrees School

Good99 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Mace Store0.3 km
  • MJ's Bakery0.8 km
  • Richards Fruit and Veg0.8 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Penarth Guest House0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Par Inn1.0 km
  • The Four Lords0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Coffee Shop1.0 km
  • Ramshackle Rosie0.5 km
  • The Gardeners' Kitchen At Par Garden Centre0.5 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • East Crinnis Holiday Park0.5 km
  • KD Chinese0.6 km
  • YG'S0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Par1.4 km
  • St Austell5.0 km
  • Luxulyan5.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Trenython Road0.2 km
  • Trenython Road0.2 km
  • Penarwyn Woods0.3 km
  • Penarwyn Woods0.3 km
  • School Close0.3 km