Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

RUTHYS LANE, PL28 8AZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RUTHYS LANE, PL28 8AZ.

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

219

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 42,000 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL28 8AZ 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.

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1/10
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3/10
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1/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

PL28 8AZ is a settled retirement community — average age 56, 72% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £625k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.

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

PL28 8AZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Ruthys Lane, 0.1km 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 8AZ offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An established, mature community with an average age of 56 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £625k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL28 8AZ are sourced from Output Area E00182749 (shared with 35 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 PL28 8AZ. 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

White / British96.8%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.7%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 810,000

2 sales · Mean £ 810,000

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

PL28 8AZ has low crime rates — 20 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 offences21
Criminal damage and arson5
Public order5
Other theft4
Anti-social behaviour2

school Local Schools

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Padstow School

Requires Improvement191 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Cornish Pasty Co.0.2 km
  • SPAR0.1 km
  • Padstow Pasty Co.0.2 km
  • Padstow Tasting Room Limited0.2 km
  • Roly's Fudge Pantry0.2 km
  • + 4 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • St Petroc's Hotel0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Old Custom House Inn/Pescadou Restaurant0.6 km
  • Padstow Social Club0.3 km
  • The Golden Lion0.1 km
  • The London Inn0.1 km
  • The Old Ship Hotel0.2 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Bintwo0.6 km
  • Burgers And Fish0.2 km
  • Cherry Blossom0.2 km
  • Cherry Trees Coffee House0.2 km
  • Crib Box Cafe0.6 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Stores0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • The Cornish Bakery0.2 km
  • Chip Ahoys0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Roche15.7 km
  • St Columb Road15.8 km
  • Quintrell Downs16.5 km

Bus Stops

  • New Street0.2 km
  • New Street0.3 km
  • School Hill0.3 km
  • School Hill0.3 km
  • Subway0.3 km