Is PL31 1BP a safe place to live?

Yes, PL31 1BP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 13 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PL31 1BP?

The average property price in PL31 1BP is currently around £425k.

What is the population of PL31 1BP?

The population for the PL31 1BP area is approximately 253 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cornwall, South West

HALGAVOR LANE, PL31 1BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HALGAVOR LANE, PL31 1BP.

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

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Population

253

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,200 /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: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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8/10

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4/10

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8/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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10/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 95% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, PL31 1BP is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £425k reflects the demand.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL31 1BP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Halgavor Lane, 1.4km from Tregullon in Bodmin. Administratively it sits within Bodmin St Petroc's ward and the North Cornwall constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL31, PL31 1BP offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 57) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 95% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £425k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL31 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00172830 (shared with 12 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 PL31 1BP. The average age is 57.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 29%

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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 457,500

2 sales · Mean £ 457,500

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

PL31 1BP has low crime rates — 13 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 offences12

Criminal damage and arson5

Other theft5

Anti-social behaviour3

Drugs2

school Local Schools

Bodmin College

Requires Improvement1555 pupils0.4 km

St Petroc's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Requires Improvement581 pupils1.0 km

Beacon ACE Academy

Good439 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Costcutters0.5 km
Malcolm Barnecutt0.7 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Bodmin Bowls Club0.9 km
Syds Bar0.7 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby

Bodmin & Wenford Railway0.9 km
Cornwalls Regimental Museum0.9 km
Dragon Leisure Centre0.4 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

College Lane Fish Bar0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bodmin Parkway4.0 km
Lostwithiel6.6 km
Luxulyan7.8 km

Bus Stops

Community College0.4 km
Dragon Leisure Centre0.4 km
Community College0.5 km
Community College0.5 km