PL31 1BS is a safe, established residential area on Halgavor Road, 1.2km from Bodmin in Bodmin. Administratively it sits within Bodmin St Petroc's ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
For families considering a move, PL31 1BS represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 37 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 50% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for PL31 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00172833 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HALGAVOR ROAD, PL31 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HALGAVOR ROAD, PL31 1BS.
362
37
£ 42,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
PL31 1BS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 50% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL31 1BS. The average age is 37.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL31 1BS has low crime rates — 18 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
Bodmin College
St Petroc's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Beacon ACE Academy
North Cornwall Alternative Provision Academy
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Costcutters0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Bodmin Bowls Club0.7 km
- Syds Bar0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bodmin & Wenford Railway0.6 km
- Cornwalls Regimental Museum0.6 km
- Dragon Leisure Centre0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- College Lane Fish Bar0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bodmin Parkway4.3 km
- Lostwithiel7.1 km
- Luxulyan8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Community College0.4 km
- Veterinary Surgery0.4 km
- Veterinary Surgery0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: PL311BS · Data under Open Government Licence