Chapel Court is in Padstow and in North Cornwall district. PL28 8AW is located in the Padstow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Chapel Court, Padstow, PL28 8AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL28 8AN, PL28 8BH, PL28 8BT, PL28 8BS, PL28 8AL, PL28 8AP, PL28 8AS, PL28 8AJ, PL28 8AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL28 8AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.7% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.3% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 16.7% | 31% | 14.3% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.1% | 40.5% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.2% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 16.1% | 12.7% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 20.4% | 11.1% | -9.3% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 (70.4%) 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 | 31.4% | 38.9% | 7.5% | 48.4% | -9.5% |
| Good health | 29% | 31.5% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 28% | 19.5% | -8.5% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 9.7% | 7.4% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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 | 40.3% | 19.5% | -20.8% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 8.6% | -1.1% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 16.4% | 4.0% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 11.7% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 6.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 12.5% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 27.3% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -6.5% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.5% | 91.4% | -8.1% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0.5% | 6.6% | 6.1% | 1.6% | 5.0% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 97.6% | 94% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 4.7% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 94.6% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.3% | 1.9% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Chapel Court was 45.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.4% higher than the Padstow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Chapel Court has the 10th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Padstow and the 867th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Chapel Court, Padstow, Cornwall Other, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2018-11-02 | £752,802 |
| 3 Chapel Court, Padstow, Cornwall Other, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2017-06-09 | £417,230 |
| 2 Chapel Court, Padstow, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £339,741 | 2017-04-19 | £481,546 |
| 8 Chapel Court, Padstow, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £371,000 | 2016-05-10 | £530,465 |
| 2 Chapel Court, Padstow, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2000-08-18 | £184,916 |
PL28 8AW 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 PL28 8AW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 47 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padstow School Grenville Road , PL28 8EX | 1out of 4 | 744 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Minver School Rock Road , St Minver PL27 6QD | 3out of 4 | 3,796 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Issey Church of England Primary School Gardeners Way , St Issey PL27 7RN | 2out of 4 | 4,246 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Merryn School St Merryn , PL28 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,845 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embers | 16 Market Place, Padstow | 59 yd | |
| The Mussel Box | Basement Cafe, 11 Broad Street | 59 yd | |
| Stein's Cafe | Rick Steins Restaurant, 8 - 10 Middle Street | 70 yd | |
| No 6 | 6 Middle Street, Padstow | 70 yd | |
| Cherry Blossom | 9 Market Place, Padstow | 78 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Lion | Lanadwell Street, Padstow | 16 yd | |
| The London Inn | 6 - 8 Lanadwell Street, Padstow | 28 yd | |
| The Old Ship Hotel | Mill Square, Padstow | 124 yd | |
| Padstow Social Club | New Street, Padstow | 231 yd | |
| The Shipwrights | North Quay, Padstow | 344 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chip Ahoys | 8 Broad Street, Padstow | 59 yd | |
| The Cornish Bakery | Presto Retail Ltd, 2 Mill Square | 124 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | Tesco Stores Ltd, Sarahs Lane | 641 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Padstow Primary School GRENVILLE ROAD | grass pitches | 744 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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 | 25.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.