Area Analysis West Devon, South West

PL19 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the PL19 postcode area.

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Population

16,997

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 41,467 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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8/10
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5/10
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4/10
workEmployment
3/10
diversity_3Diversity
3/10
paymentsAffluence
6/10
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2/10
homeHome Ownership
8/10
trending_upInvestment
1/10
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Area Character

PL19 is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 49 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 1.8% year-on-year.

home £351,874 median price
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL19 is a postcode district in West Devon, South West, covering 663 active and 180 retired postcodes.

The largest share of PL19 (14%) is characterised by a working countryside area — farms, fields and close-knit local communities, alongside a picturesque rural retirement spot — large homes, older residents, very low crime (12%). This mix of 8 distinct neighbourhood types makes PL19 one of the more varied districts in the region.

Property: Average house prices in PL19 are around £351k, up 1.8% year-on-year. Safety: Crime across PL19 is moderate at 109 per 1,000 residents, broadly in line with similar urban districts. Figures vary considerably by individual street. The district has a mature, established population with an average age of 49 — predominantly owner-occupied, quiet, and low-turnover.

Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full PL19 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.

mapGeographic Location

Demographic Deep-Dive

Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.1%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.1%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.

Violence and sexual offences806
Anti-social behaviour271
Criminal damage and arson214
Other theft148
Public order111

school Local Schools

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Gulworthy Primary School

Outstanding71 pupils
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Milton Abbot School

Good60 pupils
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Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School

Outstanding59 pupils
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Tavistock Primary & Nursery School

Good396 pupils
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Lamerton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good40 pupils
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St Peter's Church of England (VA) Junior School

Good127 pupils
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St Rumon's Church of England (VC) Infants School

Good81 pupils
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Tavistock College

Inadequate1371 pupils

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

10 nearby
  • Beera Farm Bed and Breakfast
  • Hotel Endsleigh
  • Oakwood B & B
  • The Harvest Home
  • The Horn of Plenty
  • + 5 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • Copper Penny Inn
  • Duke of York
  • Elephants Nest Inn
  • Peter Tavy Inn
  • Tavistock Golf Club
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • Boo to a Goose
  • Drakes Cafe
  • Taylors
  • Tesco Staff Canteen
  • The Coach House Hotel
  • + 30 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Tesco
  • Co-op (Tavistock)
  • Lidl
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets plc
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • Black Sheep Brew
  • Cantonese Kitchen
  • Carmella's Crib Hut
  • Chung Ying Chinese Take-Away
  • Dukes 2 Go
  • + 7 more
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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • Boots The Chemist
  • Carters Deli
  • Co-op Food
  • Country Cheeses - Natural Life
  • Eversfield Organic Retail Ltd
  • + 24 more