Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

PAR LANE, PL24 2DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PAR LANE, PL24 2DW.

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

406

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 37,900 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL24 2DW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

PL24 2DW is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 2.9% year-on-year.

home £200,461 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL24 2DW is a safe, established residential area on Par Lane, 0.5km from Middleway in St Blazey. Administratively it sits within St Blazey ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

For families considering a move, PL24 2DW represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k, down 2.9% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PL24 2DW are sourced from Output Area E00172797 (shared with 4 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 2DW. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 179,000

16 sales · Mean £ 172,806

Detached

£ 255,000

4 sales · Mean £ 289,000

Semi-Detached

£ 154,500

2 sales · Mean £ 154,500

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

PL24 2DW has low crime rates — 23 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 offences49
Anti-social behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson10
Other theft9
Public order4

school Local Schools

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Doubletrees School

Good99 pupils0.4 km
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Biscovey Academy

Outstanding279 pupils0.6 km
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Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy

Good189 pupils0.6 km
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Tywardreath School

Good295 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Mace Store0.6 km
  • MJ's Bakery0.4 km
  • Par Green Stores0.8 km
  • Richards Fruit and Veg0.4 km
  • Walter Bailey (Par)0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Par Inn0.5 km
  • The Four Lords0.9 km
  • The Welcome Inn0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Sweet Grill0.8 km
  • The Coffee Shop0.6 km
  • The Jolly Roger0.9 km
  • Ramshackle Rosie1.0 km
  • The Gardeners' Kitchen At Par Garden Centre1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • East Crinnis Holiday Park1.0 km
  • KD Chinese0.9 km
  • Vals Place0.8 km
  • YG'S0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Par0.9 km
  • Luxulyan5.0 km
  • St Austell5.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Polgover Way0.1 km
  • Polgover Way0.1 km
  • Community Church0.3 km
  • Community Church0.3 km
  • Chyandor Close0.3 km