PL31 1NQ is a mixed residential area on St Marys Road, 1.2km from St. Lawrence in Bodmin. Administratively it sits within Bodmin St Mary's & St Leonard ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a large scale education zone — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. Residents average 50 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £225k, up 14.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL31 1NQ are sourced from Output Area E00095600 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST MARYS ROAD, PL31 1NQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST MARYS ROAD, PL31 1NQ.
230
50
£ 38,200 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL31 1NQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
PL31 1NQ is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 14.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL31 1NQ. The average age is 50.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 198,500
5 sales · Mean £ 187,700
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PL31 1NQ is moderate at 72 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
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin
North Cornwall Alternative Provision Academy
Berrycoombe School
Beacon ACE Academy
St Petroc's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Stan May's Store0.6 km
- Spar0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Masons Arms0.7 km
- The Garland Ox0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Pranzo0.5 km
- Rowes Cornish Bakers0.8 km
- Bodmin Community Hospital0.6 km
- Hideway Caff0.7 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Home Bargains0.8 km
- Sainsburys Supermarket0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Oriental Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
- Viraj Fusion Limited0.6 km
- Orchard Springs Campsite1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bodmin Parkway5.6 km
- Lostwithiel8.2 km
- Bugle8.5 km
Bus Stops
- Trelawney Road0.1 km
- St George's Crescent0.1 km
- Corporation Road0.2 km
- Corporation Road0.2 km
- Rock Lane0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL311NQ · Data under Open Government Licence