Fore Street is in Fowey and in Cornwall district. PL23 1AF is located in the Fowey, Tywardreath & Par electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Austell and Newquay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fore Street, Fowey, PL23 1AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL23 1AN, PL23 1AQ, PL23 1AJ, PL23 1AH, PL23 1BZ, PL23 1BY, PL23 1AD, PL23 1AP, PL23 1AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL23 1AF has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 55.2% | 48.7% | -6.5% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 44.8% | 51.3% | 6.5% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 PL23 1AF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 18.4% | 23.5% | 5.1% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51% | 51.2% | 0.2% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 0.5% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 14.1% | 4.9% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 17.5% | 10.8% | -6.7% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 48.4% | 38.8% | -9.6% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 22.6% | 33.2% | 10.6% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 19.4% | 5.8% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 10.9% | 6.9% | -4.0% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 1.7% | -2.8% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 | 25.2% | 11.3% | -13.9% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.9% | 7.5% | 2.6% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 14.1% | 1.0% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 5.2% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 17.8% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 41.3% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 7.5% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 97.9% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 92.3% | 92.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 4.3% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 91.8% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0.4% | -6.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30% | 37.2% | -7.2% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fore Street was 109.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.8% higher than the Fowey, Tywardreath & Par average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fore Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Fowey, Tywardreath & Par and the 324th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Fore Street, Fowey, Cornwall Other, an established residential building | £785,000 | 2016-10-07 | £989,228 |
PL23 1AF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% 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.
PL23 1AF 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PL23 1AF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Full-Time Employee | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fowey Primary School Windmill , PL23 1HH | 3out of 4 | 578 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Polruan Primary Academy St Saviour's Hill , PL23 1PS | 3out of 4 | 1,182 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fowey River Academy Windmill , PL23 1HE | 2out of 4 | 710 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sams Bistro | 20 Fore Street, Fowey | 15 yd | |
| Fitzroy | 2 Fore Street, Fowey | 15 yd | |
| The Dwelling House At Fowey | The Dwelling House, 6 Fore Street | 23 yd | |
| Appleton's Bar & Restaurant Ltd | 19 Fore Street, Fowey | 41 yd | |
| The Well House Bed And Breakfast And Tea Rooms | The Well House Tea Rooms, 31 - 35 Fore Street | 41 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Galleon Inn | 12 Fore Street, Fowey | 15 yd | |
| The Lugger Inn | 5 Fore Street, Fowey | 41 yd | |
| The King Of Prussia | King Of Prussia, 3 Town Quay | 88 yd | |
| Haveners Bar And Grill | Havener's, 4 Town Quay | 102 yd | |
| The Ship Inn | The Ship Inn Hotel, Trafalgar Square | 140 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lazy Jacks Kitchen | 4A Webb Street, Fowey | 97 yd | |
| Fowey Fish & Chips | 6 Webb Street, Fowey | 97 yd | |
| Game Of Cones | The Game Of Cones, 23 Station Road | 466 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fowey Primary School WINDMILL | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Squires Field LANGURTHO ROAD | grass pitches | 663 yd |
| Fowey Sports Hub FOWEY COMMUNITY LEISURE CENTRE FOWEY COMMUNITY LEISURE CENTRE WINDMILL | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 793 yd |
| Fowey River Academy FOWEY COMMUNITY LEISURE CENTRE FOWEY COMMUNITY LEISURE CENTRE WINDMILL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 793 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.