Gover Road is in St. Austell and in Restormel district. PL25 5NF is located in the St Austell Central & Gover 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 Gover Road, St. Austell, PL25 5NF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL25 5NL, PL25 5NH, PL25 5AR, PL25 5NQ, PL25 5JP, PL25 5NJ, PL25 5NE, PL25 5NN, PL25 5NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL25 5NF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 55.7% | 2.9% | 51.0% | 4.7% |
| Male | 47.2% | 44.3% | -2.9% | 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 | 36.1% | 34.1% | -2.0% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.6% | 43.1% | 1.5% | 44.2% | -1.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 12.1% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 7.3% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 48.8% | 41.6% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 36.5% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 17.9% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 22.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 18.6% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 14.3% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 15.6% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 6.1% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 19.9% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 22.9% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -10.9% |
| Other | 6% | 2.6% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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 Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 99% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 94.7% | 94.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 2.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 94.6% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 3% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.5% | 76.7% | -12.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.8% | 13.5% | 19.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.4% | 37.2% | 19.2% |
| Christian | 37.5% | 46.2% | -8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gover Road was 51.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.7% lower than the Penwithick & Boscoppa average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gover Road has the 27th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Penwithick & Boscoppa and the 859th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Gover Road, St Austell, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-07-18 | £101,452 |
| 50 Gover Road, St Austell, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2024-03-26 | £182,251 |
| 52 Gover Road, St Austell, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2020-03-27 | £167,337 |
| 60 Gover Road, St Austell, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-03-13 | £159,457 |
| 58 Gover Road, St Austell, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2017-08-14 | £207,790 |
PL25 5NF 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 | 81 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pondhu Primary School Penwinnick Road , PL25 5DS | - not rated | 1,049 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mewan Community Primary School St Mewan , PL26 7DP | 3out of 4 | 1,381 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Charles School Morven Road , PL25 4PP | 3out of 4 | 2,238 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carclaze Community Primary School St Piran's Close , PL25 3TF | 2out of 4 | 2,296 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandy Hill Academy Sandy Hill , PL25 3AT | 4out of 4 | 2,456 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,285 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Penrice Academy Charlestown Road , PL25 3NR | 4out of 4 | 2,665 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 | 1,529 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 | 1,724 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Watermargin | 2 Gover Road, St Austell | 303 yd | |
| Walkers Restaurant | 11 Truro Road, St Austell | 525 yd | |
| Ozzell Bowl | Priory Road, St Austell | 543 yd | |
| Smorgers Bistro | 45 Fore Street, St Austell | 644 yd | |
| Subway | 46 Fore Street, St Austell | 659 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Western Inn | West Hill, St Austell | 600 yd | |
| The Rann Wartha | JD Wetherspoons, The Rann Wartha | 703 yd | |
| St Austell Royal British Legion Club | Royal British Legion, 16A Duke Street | 845 yd | |
| White Hart Hotel | 2 - 3 Church Street, St Austell | 862 yd | |
| St. Austell Brewery Visitor Centre | St Austell Brewery, Visitor Centre | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spicy Dragon | 40 Grove Road, St Austell | 188 yd | |
| Hart's Fish And Chips | Harts Fish And Chips, 31 Grove Road | 294 yd | |
| Lee Garden Chinese Take Away | 5 Savoy Building, 27 Truro Road | 525 yd | |
| Riverside Chinese Takeaway | 75 West Hill, St Austell | 599 yd | |
| King's Kebabs | 17 Trinity Street, St Austell | 632 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, West Hill | 745 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pondhu Community Primary School PENWINNICK ROAD | grass pitches | 966 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 | 38.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 64 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 81.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 206.94 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 206.94 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 43.23 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.