Raleigh Road is in Padstow and in North Cornwall district. PL28 8ET 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 Raleigh Road, Padstow, PL28 8ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL28 8ES, PL28 8ER, PL28 8EZ, PL28 8EU, PL28 8HD, PL28 8EY, PL28 8BQ, PL28 8RF, PL28 8SP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL28 8ET is primarily male, with 55.3% of the population 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 | 50.3% | 44.7% | -5.6% | 51.0% | -6.3% |
| Male | 49.7% | 55.3% | 5.6% | 49.0% | 6.3% |
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 | 32.8% | 32.3% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -5.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.6% | 47.6% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1.1% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 13.9% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 4.5% | -2.4% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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 | 48.7% | 42.1% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 32.4% | -2.7% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 19% | 6.7% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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.
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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.6% | 17.6% | -9.0% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 11.7% | -4.4% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.3% | 19.3% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 11.7% | 8.7% | 5.3% | 6.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 21.8% | 12.3% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.3% | 15.9% | -3.4% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.7% | 96.9% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 98.7% | 97.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 97.3% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.7% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 55% | 46.2% | 8.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.8% | 6.0% | 0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Raleigh Road was 23.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.5% lower than the Padstow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Raleigh Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Padstow and the 389th lowest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Raleigh Road, Padstow, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2025-06-05 | £332,182 |
| 12 Raleigh Road, Padstow, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2024-06-12 | £389,621 |
| 11 Raleigh Road, Padstow, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2023-06-30 | £258,939 |
| 10 Raleigh Road, Padstow, Cornwall Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2021-02-09 | £394,751 |
| 8 Raleigh Road, Padstow, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £207,500 | 2019-12-05 | £268,433 |
PL28 8ET area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 37 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Education | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padstow School Grenville Road , PL28 8EX | 1out of 4 | 352 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Issey Church of England Primary School Gardeners Way , St Issey PL27 7RN | 2out of 4 | 4,157 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Minver School Rock Road , St Minver PL27 6QD | 3out of 4 | 4,239 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Merryn School St Merryn , PL28 8NP | 3out of 4 | 4,395 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 Cafe | Rick Steins Restaurant, 8 - 10 Middle Street | 464 yd | |
| No 6 | 6 Middle Street, Padstow | 465 yd | |
| Prideaux Place | Tregirls Lane, Padstow | 495 yd | |
| Embers | 16 Market Place, Padstow | 510 yd | |
| Sabzi | 18 Duke Street, Padstow | 514 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Padstow Social Club | New Street, Padstow | 310 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | Lanadwell Street, Padstow | 466 yd | |
| The London Inn | 6 - 8 Lanadwell Street, Padstow | 471 yd | |
| The Old Ship Hotel | Mill Square, Padstow | 567 yd | |
| Old Custom House Inn/Pescadou Restaurant | St Austell Brewery Co Ltd, Old Custom House Hotel | 718 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chip Ahoys | 8 Broad Street, Padstow | 515 yd | |
| The Cornish Bakery | Presto Retail Ltd, 2 Mill Square | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Stores | Tesco Stores Ltd, Sarahs Lane | 571 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Padstow Primary School GRENVILLE ROAD | grass pitches | 314 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 5.3% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.