Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

OVERCLIFF, PL29 3RZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OVERCLIFF, PL29 3RZ.

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

233

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 40,600 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL29 3RZ 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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7/10
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4/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
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3/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PL29 3RZ — age 54, 81% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

PL29 3RZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Overcliff, 0.4km from Port Isaac in Port Isaac. Administratively it sits within Wadebridge West & St Mabyn ward and the North Cornwall constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL29, PL29 3RZ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 54 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £333k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL29 3RZ are sourced from Output Area E00182750 (shared with 22 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 PL29 3RZ. The average age is 54.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 333,200

1 sales · Mean £ 333,200

Semi-Detached

£ 492,500

1 sales · Mean £ 492,500

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

PL29 3RZ has low crime rates — 12 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 offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Port Isaac Community Primary School

Inadequate60 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Dennis Knight Fish Merchant0.3 km
  • Port Isaac Seafood School0.3 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Old School Hotel & Restaurant0.3 km
  • Port Gaverne Hotel0.8 km
  • The Slipway0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Golden Lion0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Chapel Cafe0.3 km
  • Fee's0.3 km
  • Fresh From The Sea0.2 km
  • Just Shellfish0.3 km
  • Noahs Cafe0.3 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Nicki B'S Deli & Bakery0.3 km
  • Pengelley's Fish And Chips0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Roche19.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Pea Pod0.2 km
  • Central Garage0.2 km
  • Co Op0.4 km
  • Co Op0.4 km