Wooda Lane is in Launceston and in North Cornwall district. PL15 8HH 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 2006-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wooda Lane, Launceston, PL15 8HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL15 8JA, PL15 8PA, PL15 8PB, PL15 8HX, PL15 8HY, PL15 8EQ, PL15 8GY, PL15 8WH, PL15 8JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL15 8HH has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 47.7% | -0.6% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 51.7% | 52.3% | 0.6% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.6% | 41.2% | 1.6% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.4% | 36.1% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3% | 3.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 13% | -1.2% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
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 | 44.6% | 41.2% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 33.7% | 35.3% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 1.7% |
| Fair health | 18.6% | 16.4% | -2.2% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 5.9% | 3.7% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 22.4% | 16.5% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 15.8% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 13.7% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 5.8% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 19.1% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.9% | 25.5% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -8.3% |
| Other | 9.3% | 3.6% | -5.7% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.3% | 92.6% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
In this area, 85.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 85.4% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 2.2% |
| European Union | 11.8% | 10.9% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.2% | 85.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 2.5% |
| 10+ Years | 2.5% | 7.2% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.8% | 1.2% | -5.6% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 3.1% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 5.3% | 0.9% | 4.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 10.8% | 6.0% | 4.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wooda Lane was 87.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.3% higher than the Launceston South average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Wooda Lane has the 12th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Launceston South and the 431st highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Old Wooda Wooda Lane, Launceston, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2019-06-26 | £283,482 |
| 3 Old Wooda Wooda Lane, Launceston, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2011-09-23 | £283,869 |
| 3 Old Wooda Wooda Lane, Launceston, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2007-09-07 | £324,513 |
| 3 Old Wooda Wooda Lane, Launceston, Cornwall Detached, a newly built property | £138,000 | 2003-02-07 | £301,718 |
| 4 Old Wooda Wooda Lane, Launceston, Cornwall Detached, a newly built property | £179,950 | 2002-12-12 | £403,524 |
PL15 8HH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 8HH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 91 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 55 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephens Community Academy Roydon Road , PL15 8HL | 4out of 4 | 761 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Windmill Hill Academy Windmill Hill , PL15 9AE | 3out of 4 | 965 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Moorland Road , PL15 7HX | 3out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Launceston Primary School Long Field Road , PL15 9FW | - not rated | 1,890 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tregadillett Primary School Tregadillett , PL15 7EU | 3out of 4 | 3,506 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 1,574 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 | 381 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| V Learning Net Number One Business Centre , Western Road PL15 7FJ | - not rated | 1,133 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pastures | Duchy Agricultural College, Stoke Climsland | 57 yd | |
| Launceston Steam Railway | St Thomas Road, Launceston | 254 yd | |
| Liberty Coffee | 4 Northgate Street, Launceston | 529 yd | |
| Kathmandu | 4 Western Road, Launceston | 537 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 24 Broad Street, Launceston | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westgate Inn | Westgate Street, Launceston | 650 yd | |
| Newmarket Inn | 1 Race Hill, Launceston | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| H Pizza Bites | Lokaroma, 1 Church Street | 594 yd | |
| Sun Wah | 18 Westgate Street, Launceston | 642 yd | |
| Yummies | 2 Southgate Street, Launceston | 654 yd | |
| Coffee Pot Expresso | 5 White Hart Arcade, Broad Street | 664 yd | |
| Peking Chef | Peking Chef Chinese Takeaway, 11 Southgate Street | 686 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Josephs School ST. STEPHENS HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 452 yd |
| Central Methodist Church CASTLE STREET | 517 yd | |
| St Stephens Community Academy Roydon Road | grass pitches | 832 yd |
| Launceston Golf Club NORTH STREET | golf | 1,016 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.