Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

DUNMERE COTTAGES, PL24 2PD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DUNMERE COTTAGES, PL24 2PD.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 40,900 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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

PL24 2PD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 86% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

PL24 2PD is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Dunmere Cottages, 0.1km from Par Green in Tywardreath. Administratively it sits within Fowey, Tywardreath & Par ward and the St Austell and Newquay constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 53 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 38 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL24 2PD are sourced from Output Area E00096144 (shared with 7 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 2PD. The average age is 53.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

PL24 2PD has low crime rates — 38 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour26
Violence and sexual offences16
Criminal damage and arson10
Public order7
Shoplifting4

school Local Schools

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Tywardreath School

Good295 pupils0.7 km
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Doubletrees School

Good99 pupils1.2 km
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Biscovey Academy

Outstanding279 pupils1.5 km
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Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy

Good189 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • MJ's Bakery0.5 km
  • Par Green Stores0.1 km
  • Richards Fruit and Veg0.5 km
  • Spar0.2 km
  • Tywardreath Butchers0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Par Inn0.4 km
  • Saint Andrew Lodge (1151), Masonic Hall0.7 km
  • The Ship Inn1.0 km
  • The Welcome Inn0.1 km
  • The Royal Inn0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Par Beach Cafe0.6 km
  • SJ's Coffee House0.2 km
  • Sweet Grill0.6 km
  • The Coffee Shop1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Golden Wok0.1 km
  • Vals Place0.1 km
  • YG'S0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Par0.4 km
  • Luxulyan5.3 km
  • St Austell6.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Moorland Road0.1 km
  • Costcutter0.1 km
  • Library0.2 km
  • Moorland Rd & Par Green Jctn0.2 km
  • Moorland Rd & Par Green Jctn0.2 km