Owen Hartbourne is the son of Frank Bernard Hartbourne and grandson of Pearl Ladderbanks.
He arrived in the village in January 2006 to look for his father, but Pearl lied and told him Frank Bernard is dead, however, when Owen wanted to visit his grave, Pearl revealed the truth that Frank Bernard is alive and had been in prison for rape.
Owen returned in May 2007 to support Pearl after her partner Len Reynolds dies of a heart attack.
In April 2024, Owen sends a letter to Rhona Goskirk and Paddy Dingle, informing them that Pearl has sadly passed away. Also, with a jumper for Paddy.