Berrycoombe Road is in Bodmin and in North Cornwall district. PL31 2NX is located in the Bodmin St Mary's & St Leonard electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Berrycoombe Road, Bodmin, PL31 2NX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL31 2NW, PL31 2NR, PL31 2NN, PL31 2TS, PL31 2RU, PL31 2NF, PL31 2NY, PL31 2NH, PL31 2NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL31 2NX has a slightly higher male population, with 51% of residents 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 | 52.5% | 49% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 47.5% | 51% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PL31 2NX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.7% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 47.8% | 48.7% | 0.9% | 37.9% | 10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.3% | 30.5% | -5.8% | 44.2% | -13.7% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 5.5% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 13.1% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 48.6% | 41.9% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 29% | 31.6% | 2.6% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 19.8% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 5.3% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 15.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.3% | 17% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.7% | 17.8% | -4.9% | 9.6% | 8.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.9% | 18.1% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 7.6% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 20.7% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.7% | 15.2% | 5.5% | 33.8% | -18.6% |
| Other | 10.1% | 3.6% | -6.5% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.4% | 96.4% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 90.3% | 91.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 8% | 7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.3% | 91.6% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 3.4% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 3.4% | -0.2% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 1.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 46.6% | 76.7% | -30.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 3.4% | 1.3% | 2.1% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 45.5% | 13.5% | 32.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.8% | 37.2% | 19.6% |
| Christian | 37.6% | 46.2% | -8.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Berrycoombe Road was 114.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.3% lower than the Bodmin St Mary's & St Leonard average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Berrycoombe Road has the 20th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Bodmin St Mary's & St Leonard and the 300th highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 61.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Doneley Court Berrycoombe Road, Bodmin, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £132,000 | 2019-10-04 | £169,863 |
| 2 Donely Court Berrycoombe Road, Bodmin, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2008-03-14 | £222,926 |
| 3 Donely Court Berrycoombe Road, Bodmin, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2007-12-07 | £205,450 |
| 2 Donely Court Berrycoombe Road, Bodmin, Cornwall Terraced, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2001-11-30 | £251,387 |
| Full-Time Employee | 99 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berrycoombe School Berrycoombe Vale , PL31 2PH | 3out of 4 | 543 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bodmin St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barn Lane,Bodmin , PL31 1LW | 3out of 4 | 643 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon ACE Academy 38 Robartes Road , PL31 1JQ | 3out of 4 | 653 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Petroc's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Athelstan Park , PL31 1DS | 3out of 4 | 1,335 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nanstallon Community Primary School Nanstallon , PL30 5JZ | 2out of 4 | 3,120 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin College Lostwithiel Road , PL31 1DD | 2out of 4 | 2,200 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callywith College Old Callywith Road , PL31 2GT | - not rated | 1,555 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Cornwall Alternative Provision Academy 3-5 Barn Lane , PL31 1LZ | 3out of 4 | 646 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mad Hatter's Tea Rooms And Wonderland | Mad Hatters Tea Rooms, 77 Fore Street | 418 yd | |
| Pots Coffee Shop | 55 Fore Street, Bodmin | 422 yd | |
| The Tavern | 70 Fore Street, Bodmin | 459 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Costa Coffee, 35 Fore Street | 512 yd | |
| Bell Lane Fryer | 6 Bell Lane, Bodmin | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms | 5 - 7 Higher Bore Street, Bodmin | 368 yd | |
| The Garland Ox | The Garland Ox Inn, 65 Higher Bore Street | 420 yd | |
| White Hart | The White Hart, Pool Street | 586 yd | |
| Hole In The Wall | Crockwell Street, Bodmin | 639 yd | |
| The Weavers | 9 - 11 Honey Street, Bodmin | 696 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oriental Chinese Takeaway | 30 Higher Bore Street, Bodmin | 410 yd | |
| Viraj Fusion Limited | Viraj Indian Cuisine, 50 Higher Bore Street | 458 yd | |
| Lucky House | 60 Fore Street, Bodmin | 459 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos Pizza, Dennison Road | 476 yd | |
| Wong's Chinese Takeaway | 2A Crockwell Street, Bodmin | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys Supermarket | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, Bodmin | 95 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Robartes Ace Academy (Closed) Barn Lane | grass pitches | 638 yd |
| Mike Munds Fitness CHURCH SQUARE | health and fitness suite | 787 yd |
| Priory Park PRIORY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,086 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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 | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.