Is PL16 0BG a safe place to live?

Yes, PL16 0BG is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PL16 0BG?

The population for the PL16 0BG area is approximately 439 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

PL16 0BG House Prices & Local Information

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

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

439

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,000 /yr

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Employed

47%

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.

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8/10

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8/10

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1/10

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6/10

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3/10

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6/10

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2/10

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7/10

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9/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PL16 0BG — age 48, 75% ownership, 22% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

PL16 0BG is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.8km from Lifton in Lifton. Administratively it sits within Tamarside ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 75% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL16 0BG are sourced from Output Area E00103055 (shared with 26 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 0BG. The average age is 48.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.2%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.5%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PL16 0BG has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Public order2

Anti-social behaviour1

Other theft1

Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

Lifton Community Academy

Good1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Arundell Arms Hotel0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Gunnislake14.6 km
Calstock16.8 km
Bere Alston18.2 km