Duke Street is in Launceston and in North Cornwall district. PL15 8HD is located in the Launceston North & North Petherwin electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Duke Street, Launceston, PL15 8HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL15 8HA, PL15 8US, PL15 8HJ, PL15 8HG, PL15 8HF, PL15 8HE, PL15 8HQ, PL15 8FF, PL15 8HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL15 8HD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.8% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.2% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PL15 8HD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.6% | 28.1% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.5% | 54.9% | 4.4% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 8.3% | -2.0% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 11.4% | 5.9% | -5.5% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39% | 40.4% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 39.1% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 5.5% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 15.6% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.8% | 16.3% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 11.1% | -4.2% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 19.8% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 6.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 17% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 25.7% | -0.6% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 96.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.5% | 96.9% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 96.9% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 76.7% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Duke Street was 12.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 85.3% lower than the Launceston South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Duke Street has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Launceston South and the 162nd lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Duke Street, Launceston, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-05-16 | £271,202 |
| 9A Duke Street, Launceston, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-04-04 | £269,569 |
| The Walnut Tree Duke Street, Launceston, Cornwall Other, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-09-08 | £255,963 |
| The Old School House, 23 Duke Street, Launceston, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-09-28 | £261,446 |
| 9 Duke Street, Launceston, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-06-28 | £284,582 |
PL15 8HD area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 6% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PL15 8HD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in PL15 8HD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 99 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Education | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephens Community Academy Roydon Road , PL15 8HL | 4out of 4 | 429 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill Hill Academy Windmill Hill , PL15 9AE | 3out of 4 | 1,888 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Moorland Road , PL15 7HX | 3out of 4 | 2,069 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Werrington Community Primary School Yeolmbridge , PL15 8TN | 3out of 4 | 2,632 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Launceston Primary School Long Field Road , PL15 9FW | - not rated | 2,818 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launceston College Hurdon Road , PL15 9JR | 3out of 4 | 2,512 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's School St Stephens Hill , Launceston PL15 8HN | - not rated | 654 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| V Learning Net Number One Business Centre , Western Road PL15 7FJ | - not rated | 2,037 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proper Ansome Catering | Launceston Golf Club, North Street | 128 yd | |
| Launceston Steam Railway | St Thomas Road, Launceston | 932 yd | |
| Pastures | Duchy Agricultural College, Stoke Climsland | 992 yd | |
| Mrs J Colwill Food@Cowslip | Cowslips Workshops, Newhouse Farm | 1,038 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Launceston Golf Club NORTH STREET | golf | 109 yd |
| St Stephens Community Academy Roydon Road | grass pitches | 326 yd |
| St Josephs School ST. STEPHENS HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 545 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 67.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.1 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.