Is PL16 0AX a safe place to live?

Yes, PL16 0AX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PL16 0AX?

The population for the PL16 0AX area is approximately 292 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

PL16 0AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL16 0AX.

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Population

292

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,000 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10

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7/10

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8/10

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4/10

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6/10

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1/10

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8/10

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Area Character

PL16 0AX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL16 0AX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Portgate in West Devon. Administratively it sits within Tamarside ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL16 0AX represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL16 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00103056 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL16 0AX. The average age is 51.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 35%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

PL16 0AX has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Gunnislake14.9 km
Calstock17.0 km
Bere Alston18.4 km

Bus Stops

Harris Arms0.2 km
Harris Arms0.2 km
Bottom Cottage0.3 km
Bottom Cottage0.3 km
Sprytown0.5 km