Modus Lane is in Sticker, St. Austell and in Restormel district. PL26 7HQ is located in the St Mewan & Grampound 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 Modus Lane, Sticker, St. Austell, PL26 7HQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL26 7HB, PL26 7HF, PL26 7HL, PL26 7HE, PL26 7HH, PL26 7HG, PL26 7EX, PL26 7EY, PL26 7EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL26 7HQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50.2% | 0.0% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.8% | 0.0% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 | 22.6% | 26.5% | 3.9% | 37.9% | -11.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.2% | 50.7% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 6.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 9.5% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 10.5% | 11.8% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 5.7% |
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% | 41.3% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 32.3% | 37.4% | 5.1% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 12.8% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 6.8% | 3.2% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% | 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 | 22.6% | 14.6% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.6% | 9.4% | -2.2% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 13.2% | -6.8% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 9% | 1.1% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 19.8% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 31.6% | 10.5% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.4% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 96.9% | 94.9% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.7% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% | 76.7% | 4.6% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 51.5% | 46.2% | 5.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Modus Lane was 27.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.8% lower than the St Goran, Tregony & the Roseland average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Modus Lane has the 25th lowest crime rate of 59 local areas in St Goran, Tregony & the Roseland and the 483rd lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.9%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamsin Cottage Modus Lane, St Austell, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-10-29 | £376,061 |
| Chy-Lowen Modus Lane, St Austell, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2023-01-23 | £625,300 |
| The Barn Modus Lane, St Austell, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £950,000 | 2022-11-30 | £914,746 |
| Christmas Cottage Modus Lane, St Austell, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2018-11-28 | £326,923 |
| The Barn Modus Lane, St Austell, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2013-12-12 | £861,553 |
PL26 7HQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
PL26 7HQ 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 PL26 7HQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mewan Community Primary School St Mewan , PL26 7DP | 3out of 4 | 2,837 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pondhu Primary School Penwinnick Road , PL25 5DS | - not rated | 3,784 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grampound-with-Creed CofE School Fore Street , Grampound TR2 4SB | 3out of 4 | 5,286 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Foxhole Learning Academy Goverseth Road , Foxhole PL26 7XD | 3out of 4 | 5,414 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brannel School Rectory Road , St Stephen PL26 7RN | 2out of 4 | 4,772 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poltair School Trevarthian Road , PL25 4BZ | 2out of 4 | 5,334 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 5,366 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hewas Inn | Fore Street, Sticker | 151 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.43 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.43 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.