New Road is in Callington and in Caradon district. PL17 7GA is located in the Callington & St Dominic electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South East Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 2003-05-01.
StreetScan combines information about New Road, Callington, PL17 7GA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL17 7BA, PL17 7NR, PL17 7FD, PL17 7AA, PL17 7BB, PL17 7BE, PL17 7AZ, PL17 7AQ, PL17 7BL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL17 7GA is primarily male, with 53.7% of the population 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 | 52.9% | 46.3% | -6.6% | 51.0% | -4.7% |
| Male | 47.1% | 53.7% | 6.6% | 49.0% | 4.7% |
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 | 26.1% | 38.8% | 12.7% | 37.9% | 0.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 35% | -10.9% | 44.2% | -9.2% |
| Separated | 3.4% | 4.2% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 10.6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 13.5% | 11.4% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (64.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42% | 35% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 31.9% | 29.3% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -4.3% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 20.3% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 5% | 11.3% | 6.3% | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29% | 23.5% | -5.5% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 13.3% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 12.9% | -0.1% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 7.2% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 16.3% | 7.1% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 22.7% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 9.2% | 4.2% | -5.0% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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 | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.1% | 98.7% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 88.2% | 93.3% | 5.1% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 8.4% | 6.4% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.8% | 93.3% | 5.5% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.1% | 0.7% | -6.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.2% | 76.7% | -15.5% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Romania | 3.3% | 0.9% | 2.4% |
| No passport held | 31.4% | 13.5% | 17.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 55.9% | 46.2% | 9.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around New Road was 174.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 173.6% higher than the Callington & St Dominic average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
New Road has the 3rd highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Callington & St Dominic and the 154th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 89.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 64% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Champion House New Road, Callington, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2022-04-01 | £83,585 |
| 3 Champion House New Road, Callington, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2011-05-03 | £108,297 |
| 2 Champion House New Road, Callington, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £103,950 | 2008-12-12 | £133,527 |
| 1 Champion House New Road, Callington, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £96,500 | 2006-08-08 | £117,776 |
| 2 Champion House New Road, Callington, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, a newly built property | £96,000 | 2006-06-06 | £117,012 |
PL17 7GA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 PL17 7GA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callington Primary School 24 Saltash Road , PL17 7EF | 3out of 4 | 257 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harrowbarrow School School Road , Harrowbarrow PL17 8BQ | 3out of 4 | 4,545 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dominic CofE Primary School St Dominic , St Dominick PL12 6SU | - not rated | 5,307 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mellion Church of England Primary School Church Lane , St. Mellion PL12 6RG | - not rated | 5,420 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callington Community College Launceston Road , PL17 7DR | 1out of 4 | 551 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balti King | 5 New Road, Callington | 60 yd | |
| La Parrilla | 4 New Road, Callington | 60 yd | |
| Red Panda | Units 13-15, Pannier Market | 168 yd | |
| The Blue Chip Fish And Chips | J Holman Fish And Chips, 30A Fore Street | 180 yd | |
| Calli Pizza | Unit 19, Pannier Market | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bulls Head (Cornwall) LTD | Bulls Head, 38 Fore Street | 112 yd | |
| Callington Social Club | Well Street, Callington | 151 yd | |
| Callington Bowling Club | Chantry Park, Callington | 167 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming Kitchen | 11 Fore Street, Callington | 77 yd | |
| The Snack Stop | Unit 2, The Old Coach Station | 99 yd | |
| Castle Chicken House | 39 Fore Street, Callington | 105 yd | |
| Proper Jobs | 3A Church Street, Callington | 175 yd | |
| Pizza House | 32 Fore Street, Callington | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco PLC | Tesco Stores Ltd, Tavistock Road | 613 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Callington Primary School SALTASH ROAD | grass pitches | 155 yd |
| Moores Park WESTOVER ROAD | grass pitches | 197 yd |
| Callington Community Sports Centre LAUNCESTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 578 yd |
| St Germans Road OAKLAND OAKLAND ST. GERMANS ROAD | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Ginsters Marshfield Parc Launceston Road | grass pitches | 824 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.