Fortescue Close is in Foxhole, St. Austell and in Restormel district. PL26 7XT is located in the St Stephen-in-Brannel electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of St Austell and Newquay. This postcode has been in use since 1987-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Fortescue Close, Foxhole, St. Austell, PL26 7XT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL26 7UL, PL26 7XU, PL26 7XD, PL26 7WH, PL26 7UX, PL26 7US, PL26 7WW, PL26 7XE, PL26 7UY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL26 7XT has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 53.1% | 48.3% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 46.9% | 51.7% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 | 31.7% | 28.2% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.3% | 43.6% | 5.3% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 13.9% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 16.9% | 12.4% | -4.5% | 6.1% | 6.3% |
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%) 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 | 31% | 34.6% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -13.8% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 29.4% | -2.1% | 33.6% | -4.2% |
| Fair health | 25.8% | 23.8% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 11.1% |
| Bad health | 10.3% | 10% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
In the area around PL26 7XT this area, 35.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 14.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.4% | 35.8% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 17.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 11.4% | -7.2% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 14.9% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.6% | 11.9% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -5.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.2% | 14.4% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -19.4% |
| Other | 6% | 5.5% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.6% | 94.5% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Other | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
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 | 94.4% | 94.9% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 95.3% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.8% | 76.7% | -15.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 37.5% | 13.5% | 24.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.9% | 37.2% | 7.7% |
| Christian | 43.2% | 46.2% | -3.0% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 10.2% | 6.0% | 4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fortescue Close was 67.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.9% higher than the St Stephen-in-Brannel average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Fortescue Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in St Stephen-in-Brannel and the 619th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.2%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Fortescue Close, St Austell, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-07-31 | £126,815 |
| 41 Fortescue Close, St Austell, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-07-30 | £152,178 |
| 23 Fortescue Close, St Austell, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-03-28 | £191,794 |
| 57 Fortescue Close, St Austell, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-02-21 | £183,184 |
| 31 Fortescue Close, St Austell, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2025-01-23 | £140,588 |
PL26 7XT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 7XT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxhole Learning Academy Goverseth Road , Foxhole PL26 7XD | 3out of 4 | 242 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Nanpean Community Primary School St George's Road , Nanpean PL26 7YH | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitemoor Academy Whitemoor , PL26 7XQ | 3out of 4 | 2,601 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen Churchtown Academy Creakavose , St Stephen PL26 7NZ | 3out of 4 | 2,917 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dennis Primary Academy Carne Hill , St Dennis PL26 8AY | 3out of 4 | 3,486 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 3,480 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummy Cornish Kitchen | Drinnick House, St Georges Road | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foxhole AFC Social Club | Foxhole AFC, Foxhole | 347 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish & Chip Shop | The Fish And Chip Shop, Chapel Road | 471 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Foxhole Learning Academy BEACON ROAD | grass pitches | 221 yd |
| Goverseth Park FOXHOLE RECREATION GROUND FOXHOLE RECREATION GROUND GOVERSETH ROAD | grass pitches | 297 yd |
| Foxhole Village Green (Closed) Chapel Road | grass pitches | 713 yd |
| Nanpean Community Primary School ST. GEORGES ROAD | grass pitches | 1,076 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 | 61.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.