PL28 8AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Barrys Lane, 0.0km from Padstow in Padstow. Administratively it sits within Padstow ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL28, PL28 8AU offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 72% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £457k, down 35.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL28 8AU are sourced from Output Area E00182749 (shared with 35 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARRYS LANE, PL28 8AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARRYS LANE, PL28 8AU.
219
56
£ 42,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL28 8AU represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
PL28 8AU is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 72% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £457k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 35.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL28 8AU. The average age is 56.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 400,000
5 sales · Mean £ 414,400
Semi-Detached
£ 707,500
2 sales · Mean £ 707,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL28 8AU has low crime rates — 26 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.
school Local Schools
Padstow School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Cornish Pasty Co.0.1 km
- SPAR0.0 km
- Padstow Pasty Co.0.1 km
- Padstow Tasting Room Limited0.1 km
- Roly's Fudge Pantry0.1 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- St Petroc's Hotel0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Old Custom House Inn/Pescadou Restaurant0.5 km
- Padstow Social Club0.3 km
- The Golden Lion0.1 km
- The London Inn0.1 km
- The Old Ship Hotel0.1 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Bintwo0.5 km
- Burgers And Fish0.1 km
- Cherry Blossom0.1 km
- Cherry Trees Coffee House0.2 km
- Crib Box Cafe0.5 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Stores0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- The Cornish Bakery0.1 km
- Chip Ahoys0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Roche15.7 km
- St Columb Road15.8 km
- Quintrell Downs16.6 km
Bus Stops
- New Street0.2 km
- New Street0.2 km
- School Hill0.3 km
- School Hill0.3 km
- Padstow Ferry Landing0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL288AU · Data under Open Government Licence