Sarahs Close is in Padstow and in North Cornwall district. PL28 8BJ is located in the Padstow electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sarahs Close, Padstow, PL28 8BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL28 8EW, PL28 8BQ, PL28 8SP, PL28 8EP, PL28 8EN, PL28 8ER, PL28 8ES, PL28 8EY, PL28 8EQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL28 8BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 51.6% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 47.3% | 48.4% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 27.5% | 30% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 47.3% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 3.1% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 4.1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 10.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 8.2% | -2.7% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 46.3% | 47.3% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -1.1% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 31.8% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 13.4% | -3.4% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 6.5% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.1% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 PL28 8BJ this area, 28.3% 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 14.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.3% | 28.3% | -5.0% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 10.8% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.9% | 17.9% | 7.0% | 13.4% | 4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.5% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 18.4% | 2.5% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 14.8% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -19.0% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.3% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.7% | 96.4% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 97.8% 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% | 97.8% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 97.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.2% | 76.7% | -10.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 33.1% | 13.5% | 19.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sarahs Close was 33.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.9% lower than the Padstow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sarahs Close has the 9th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Padstow and the 609th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Sarahs Close, Padstow, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2019-03-15 | £400,295 |
| 7 Sarahs Close, Padstow, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2016-04-19 | £389,044 |
| 1 Sarahs Close, Padstow, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2014-04-24 | £420,202 |
| 3 Sarahs Close, Padstow, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2013-01-22 | £427,735 |
| 4 Sarahs Close, Padstow, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2010-07-12 | £414,520 |
PL28 8BJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
PL28 8BJ 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.
| Retired | 50 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 45 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padstow School Grenville Road , PL28 8EX | 1out of 4 | 134 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Issey Church of England Primary School Gardeners Way , St Issey PL27 7RN | 2out of 4 | 3,878 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Minver School Rock Road , St Minver PL27 6QD | 3out of 4 | 4,293 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Merryn School St Merryn , PL28 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,342 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stein's Fish & Chips | Steins, Unit 3 | 639 yd | |
| Stein's Cafe | Rick Steins Restaurant, 8 - 10 Middle Street | 659 yd | |
| No 6 | 6 Middle Street, Padstow | 660 yd | |
| The Mussel Box | Basement Cafe, 11 Broad Street | 674 yd | |
| Embers | 16 Market Place, Padstow | 683 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Padstow Social Club | New Street, Padstow | 403 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | Lanadwell Street, Padstow | 638 yd | |
| The London Inn | 6 - 8 Lanadwell Street, Padstow | 647 yd | |
| Old Custom House Inn/Pescadou Restaurant | St Austell Brewery Co Ltd, Old Custom House Hotel | 698 yd | |
| The Old Ship Hotel | Mill Square, Padstow | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chip Ahoys | 8 Broad Street, Padstow | 674 yd | |
| The Cornish Bakery | Presto Retail Ltd, 2 Mill Square | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | Tesco Stores Ltd, Sarahs Lane | 378 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Padstow Primary School GRENVILLE ROAD | grass pitches | 195 yd |
| Jury Park | grass pitches | 990 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 | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 93.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.