Rock Villas is in Rock, Wadebridge and in North Cornwall district. PL27 6LE is located in the Wadebridge East & St Minver electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rock Villas, Rock, Wadebridge, PL27 6LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL27 6LF, PL27 6LL, PL27 6LJ, PL27 6LW, PL27 6JZ, PL27 6LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL27 6LE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50.8% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.2% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 PL27 6LE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% 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 | 17.1% | 22.4% | 5.3% | 37.9% | -15.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.1% | 58.6% | -6.5% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 6.9% | 3.8% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 13.2% | 9.5% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.1% | 38.9% | 5.8% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 44.4% | 37.3% | -7.1% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 8.7% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 14% | 19.3% | 5.3% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 10.1% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.6% | 13.4% | -5.2% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 21.8% | 14.8% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.2% | 31.1% | -6.1% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 98.5% | 96% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
In this area, 92.1% 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 | 91.7% | 92.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | 0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 1.6% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 92.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 0.8% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.3% | 0% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.3% | 13.5% | -3.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rock Villas was 101.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 46.1% higher than the Wadebridge East & St Minver average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Rock Villas has the 7th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Wadebridge East & St Minver and the 360th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Rock Villas, Wadebridge, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2017-03-08 | £467,128 |
| 18 Rock Villas, Wadebridge, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2005-02-14 | £299,047 |
PL27 6LE area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 8% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 16% 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.
PL27 6LE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 PL27 6LE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 53 |
| Full-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Minver School Rock Road , St Minver PL27 6QD | 3out of 4 | 1,798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Padstow School Grenville Road , PL28 8EX | 1out of 4 | 2,630 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Issey Church of England Primary School Gardeners Way , St Issey PL27 7RN | 2out of 4 | 4,487 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mariners Public House | The Mariners, Rock Road | 418 yd | |
| Four Boys | Rock Road, Rock | 428 yd | |
| Sailor Jo's Snack Shack | Rock Marine Activity Centre, Rock Road | 428 yd | |
| St Enodoc Golf Club | Golf Course Hill, Rock | 428 yd | |
| Fee's Food | Fees Food, The Pavillion | 590 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Sailing And Water Ski Club | Rock Sailing Club, Rock Road | 276 yd | |
| Rock And District Sports Club | Shores Lane, Rock | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspres Ski Cafe | Spres Ski Café, The Pontoon | 428 yd | |
| Iceboxx | White Stuff, Ferry Point | 771 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Enodoc Golf Club | golf | 446 yd |
| St Minver Playing Field MENAGUE | grass pitches | 706 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 | 100.0% |
| 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 | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 64.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.