Stoney Lane is in Bodmin and in North Cornwall district. PL31 2QX is located in the Lanivet, Blisland & Bodmin St Lawrence electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of North Cornwall. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stoney Lane, Bodmin, PL31 2QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL31 2GQ, PL31 2FX, PL31 2FZ, PL31 2SD, PL31 2SB, PL31 2FY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL31 2QX has a slightly higher male population, with 52% 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 | 47.5% | 48% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 52.5% | 52% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 18% | 40.9% | 22.9% | 37.9% | 3.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.9% | 41.9% | -14.0% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.8% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 4.8% | -6.9% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 26.2% | 50.2% | 24.0% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 41.8% | 27.8% | -14.0% | 33.6% | -5.8% |
| Fair health | 23.8% | 13.5% | -10.3% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 6.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.9% | 12.7% | -24.2% | 18.2% | -5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 11.1% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.8% | 18.5% | 7.7% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 9% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 18.5% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.2% | 25.4% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 3.6% | 4.8% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 97.8% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 92.6% | 94.6% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 4.5% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 94.2% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 1.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73% | 76.7% | -3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Central Asia | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 60% | 37.2% | 22.8% |
| Christian | 34.7% | 46.2% | -11.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stoney Lane was 79.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 43.7% lower than the Bodmin St Mary's & St Leonard average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stoney Lane has the 21st lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Bodmin St Mary's & St Leonard and the 521st highest crime rate of 1,819 local areas in Cornwall .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hendorgor Stoney Lane, Bodmin, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2021-03-23 | £569,605 |
| Wagmuggle Stoney Lane, Bodmin, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2016-06-30 | £263,963 |
| Hendorgor Stoney Lane, Bodmin, Cornwall Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 1996-10-11 | £687,143 |
PL31 2QX area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Education | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nanstallon Community Primary School Nanstallon , PL30 5JZ | 2out of 4 | 1,168 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Berrycoombe School Berrycoombe Vale , PL31 2PH | 3out of 4 | 1,432 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 | 1,544 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Beacon ACE Academy 38 Robartes Road , PL31 1JQ | 3out of 4 | 2,040 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 | 2,880 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 3,386 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 | 3,495 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 | 1,657 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowes Bakery | Rowes Cornish Bakers, Dunmere Road | 408 yd | |
| Bodmin Community Hospital | Cornwall Partnership NHS Fondation Trust, Bodmin Hospital | 674 yd | |
| Pranzo | Cornwall Council, Chy Trevail | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Borough Arms | Dunmere Road, Bodmin | 841 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Home Bargins, Dunmere Road | 716 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 | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 60.0% |
| 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 | 20.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 40.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.