PL34 0BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Fosters Lane, 0.2km from Tintagel in Tintagel. Administratively it sits within St Teath & Tintagel ward and the North Cornwall constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL34, PL34 0BU offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. 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 53 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 82% 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 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £341k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL34 0BU are sourced from Output Area E00095655 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FOSTERS LANE, PL34 0BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOSTERS LANE, PL34 0BU.
294
53
£ 38,400 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL34 0BU 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates PL34 0BU — age 53, 82% ownership, 18% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. 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 PL34 0BU. The average age is 53.2. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 341,000
7 sales · Mean £ 348,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
PL34 0BU has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Tintagel Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Pengenna Pasties0.5 km
- The Cornish Bakery0.6 km
- Spar0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Camelot Castle Hotel1.0 km
- Tintagel Arms Hotel0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- King Arthurs Arms0.4 km
- The Wootons Inn0.6 km
- Wine Dide & Co0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Charlies Cafe0.4 km
- Crossbow Restaurant0.3 km
- King Arthurs Bistro0.5 km
- Slice0.3 km
- The English Heritage Trust0.6 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Swirls0.5 km
- The Big Fish0.3 km
train Transport Links
Bus Stops
- Visitor Centre0.2 km
- Visitor Centre0.2 km
- Tintagel School0.3 km
- Tintagel Primary School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PL340BU · Data under Open Government Licence