Carclaze Road is in St. Austell and in Restormel district. PL25 3AQ is located in the St Austell Poltair & Mount Charles 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 Carclaze Road, St. Austell, PL25 3AQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL25 3AG, PL25 3AD, PL25 3AE, PL25 4EA, PL25 4ET, PL25 4ES, PL25 3TT, PL25 4EU, PL25 3AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL25 3AQ 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 | 52.9% | 47.7% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 47.1% | 52.3% | 5.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of PL25 3AQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.6% 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 | 20.3% | 21.5% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -16.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.4% | 64.6% | 2.2% | 44.2% | 20.4% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 5.1% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 6.6% | -4.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.9% | 46% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -2.4% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 39.6% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 11.6% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.6% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 19.1% | 11.6% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 13.5% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 18.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 7.6% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 21.1% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.8% | 25.8% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.2% | 97.6% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.2% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 97.5% | 98.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 98.5% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 12.2% | 13.5% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carclaze Road was 24.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.6% lower than the Penwithick & Boscoppa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Carclaze Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Penwithick & Boscoppa and the 413th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 7.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Carclaze Road, St Austell, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-11-11 | £210,965 |
| 20 Carclaze Road, St Austell, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £268,200 | 2022-03-28 | £273,894 |
| 28 Carclaze Road, St Austell, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2021-05-28 | £246,207 |
| 32 Carclaze Road, St Austell, Cornwall Other, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2020-12-11 | £262,614 |
| 20 Carclaze Road, St Austell, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2020-11-30 | £174,639 |
PL25 3AQ 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 PL25 3AQ 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 | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Mining and quarrying | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carclaze Community Primary School St Piran's Close , PL25 3TF | 2out of 4 | 315 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandy Hill Academy Sandy Hill , PL25 3AT | 4out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Bronescombe CofE School 84 Boscoppa Road , PL25 3DT | 2out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Charles School Morven Road , PL25 4PP | 3out of 4 | 1,758 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlestown Primary School Crinnis Road , Carlyon Bay PL25 3PB | 3out of 4 | 2,609 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poltair School Trevarthian Road , PL25 4BZ | 2out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penrice Academy Charlestown Road , PL25 3NR | 4out of 4 | 1,870 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornwall College Corporate Headquarters , Cornwall College St Austell PL25 4DJ | - not rated | 665 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Restormel Alternative Provision Academy Great Eastern & Great Western , The Sidings PL25 4TJ | 3out of 4 | 1,463 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Doubletrees School St Blazey Gate , St Blazey PL24 2DS | 3out of 4 | 4,597 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkinson's MCB Bethel Monthly Drop-In | 71 Meadway, St Austell | 584 yd | |
| Bird Box Koffi Shop | 111A Slades Road, St Austell | 651 yd | |
| Cloisters Restaurant | John Keay House, Tregonissey Road | 658 yd | |
| The Bay Kitchen | The Bay Restaurant, John Keay House | 658 yd | |
| CJ's Coffee Shop | CJ Coffee Shop, John Keay House | 658 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kungs Chinese Takeaway | 48 Slades Road, St Austell | 452 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carclaze Community Junior School (Closed) St. Pirans Close | grass pitches | 182 yd |
| Cornwall College (St Austell) Tregonissey Road | health and fitness suite | 658 yd |
| Poltair School TREVARTHIAN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,060 yd |
| Sandy Hill Academy SANDY HILL | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 50.0% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 98.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.