Harmony Road is in Roche, St. Austell and in Restormel district. PL26 8ES is located in the Roche & Bugle 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 Harmony Road, Roche, St. Austell, PL26 8ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL26 8JQ, PL26 8EZ, PL26 8JS, PL26 8EP, PL26 8EN, PL26 8EL, PL26 8JA, PL26 8TR, PL26 8JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL26 8ES has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 49.3% | 48.9% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 50.7% | 51.1% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 28.4% | 31.3% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.3% | 46.5% | 5.2% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 12% | 7.4% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 15.1% | 11.5% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 5.4% |
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 (69.1%) 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 | 43.3% | 36.8% | -6.5% | 48.4% | -11.6% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 32.3% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 19.7% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 6.7% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 8ES this area, 33.9% 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 13.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 46.7% | 33.9% | -12.8% | 18.2% | 15.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.6% | 11.5% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 15.1% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 7.8% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 18.3% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.9% | 13.3% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -20.5% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 96.6% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 94.3% | 96.3% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 5% | 2.2% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 96.6% | 2.3% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.1% | 76.7% | -24.6% |
| France | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 43.4% | 13.5% | 29.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60.4% | 37.2% | 23.2% |
| Christian | 37.4% | 46.2% | -8.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harmony Road was 65.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.3% higher than the Roche & Bugle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harmony Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Roche & Bugle and the 652nd highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.3%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Harmony Road, St Austell, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £2,212,003 | 2023-01-27 | £2,127,947 |
| 22 Harmony Road, St Austell, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-06-11 | £446,404 |
| 10 Harmony Road, St Austell, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2017-02-08 | £225,197 |
| 10 Harmony Road, St. Austell, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £140,850 | 2005-08-19 | £232,296 |
| 2 Harmony Road, St. Austell, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2004-10-29 | £207,215 |
PL26 8ES 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Mining and quarrying | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roche Community Primary School Fore Street , Roche PL26 8EP | 2out of 4 | 171 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitemoor Academy Whitemoor , PL26 7XQ | 3out of 4 | 3,499 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bugle School Fore Street , Bugle PL26 8PD | 1out of 4 | 3,573 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dennis Primary Academy Carne Hill , St Dennis PL26 8AY | 3out of 4 | 4,353 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Treverbyn Academy Stenalees , PL26 8TL | 3out of 4 | 4,875 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trebonney Fish And Chips | Trebonney Fish And Chip Shop, 21 Fore Street | 180 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rock Inn | 39 Fore Street, Roche | 182 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roche Star Kebab | 13 Edgcumbe Road, Roche | 97 yd | |
| Jade Palace | 1 Victoria Road, Roche | 305 yd | |
| Wheel Food | 17 Finsbury Rise, Roche | 603 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Co Op, Store | 305 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roche Community Primary School FORE STREET | grass pitches | 426 yd |
| Roche Football And Social Complex ROCHE RECREATION GROUND ROCHE RECREATION GROUND TREZAISE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 490 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 | 97.0% |
| 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 | 3.0% |
| Median download speed | 60.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.