Station Road is in Padstow and in Cornwall district. PL28 8DB 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 Station Road, Padstow, PL28 8DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL28 8BL, PL28 8BZ, PL28 8BY, PL28 8DA, PL28 8EA, PL28 8BX, PL28 8DD, PL28 8BU, PL28 8EB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL28 8DB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.8% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.2% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 25.7% | 32% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -5.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 43.2% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 12% | 11.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 10.2% | 8.3% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 42.5% | 40.4% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 38.5% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 14.2% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.4% | 6% | 1.6% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.2% | 16.1% | -6.1% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.2% | 4.4% | -11.8% | 9.6% | -5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 18% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 4.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 5.4% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 14.1% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 39.5% | 13.2% | 33.8% | 5.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 2.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 93.9% | 96.8% | 2.9% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 91.8% 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 | 92.3% | 91.8% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 3.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 92.2% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 5% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0.9% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.9% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 50.9% | 46.2% | 4.7% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Station Road was 226.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 396.9% higher than the Padstow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Station Road has the highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Padstow and the 90th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 110.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.2%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 The Long Store Station Road, Padstow, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £755,000 | 2023-10-19 | £713,567 |
| 2 The Knot Barn Station Road, Padstow, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2023-10-19 | £689,939 |
| 1 The Knot Barn Station Road, Padstow, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £755,000 | 2023-10-09 | £713,567 |
| The Sail Loft Station Road, Padstow, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2023-09-28 | £758,410 |
| 1 The Long Store Station Road, Padstow, Cornwall Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £730,000 | 2023-09-05 | £692,049 |
PL28 8DB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 8DB 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 PL28 8DB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padstow School Grenville Road , PL28 8EX | 1out of 4 | 772 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Minver School Rock Road , St Minver PL27 6QD | 3out of 4 | 3,680 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Issey Church of England Primary School Gardeners Way , St Issey PL27 7RN | 2out of 4 | 4,068 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Merryn School St Merryn , PL28 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,950 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 Seafood Restaurant | Seafood Restaurant, Riverside | 98 yd | |
| Stein's Fish & Chips | Steins, Unit 3 | 131 yd | |
| Burgers And Fish | Bugers & Fish, 1A The Strand | 192 yd | |
| The Mussel Box | Basement Cafe, 11 Broad Street | 195 yd | |
| Cherry Blossom | 9 Market Place, Padstow | 223 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Lion | Lanadwell Street, Padstow | 225 yd | |
| The London Inn | 6 - 8 Lanadwell Street, Padstow | 235 yd | |
| Old Custom House Inn/Pescadou Restaurant | St Austell Brewery Co Ltd, Old Custom House Hotel | 240 yd | |
| Padstow Social Club | New Street, Padstow | 260 yd | |
| The Old Ship Hotel | Mill Square, Padstow | 268 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chip Ahoys | 8 Broad Street, Padstow | 195 yd | |
| The Cornish Bakery | Presto Retail Ltd, 2 Mill Square | 268 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | Tesco Stores Ltd, Sarahs Lane | 527 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Padstow Primary School GRENVILLE ROAD | grass pitches | 800 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.