Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

WATERS EDGE, PL19 0AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WATERS EDGE, PL19 0AR.

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Population

307

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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2/10
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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates PL19 0AR — age 55, 64% ownership, 34% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

PL19 0AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Waters Edge, 0.5km from Tavistock in Tavistock. Administratively it sits within Tavistock North ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL19 0AR represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £288k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL19 0AR are sourced from Output Area E00103011 (shared with 13 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 PL19 0AR. The average age is 55.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.0%

Economic Activity

39%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 265,000

8 sales · Mean £ 266,000

Detached

£ 310,000

1 sales · Mean £ 310,000

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

PL19 0AR has low crime rates — 48 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences35
Anti-social behaviour29
Shoplifting26
Criminal damage and arson18
Public order11

school Local Schools

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

Good81 pupils0.2 km
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St Peter's Church of England (VA) Junior School

Good127 pupils0.3 km
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Tavistock Primary & Nursery School

Good396 pupils1.3 km
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Tavistock College

Inadequate1371 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

25 nearby
  • Coffee and Cream Tavistock Ltd0.3 km
  • Ben's Bystro0.4 km
  • Bird's Nest Chinese Restaurant0.4 km
  • Bob's Cafe0.4 km
  • Cafe Liaison0.5 km
  • + 20 more
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Retailers - Other

20 nearby
  • Boots The Chemist0.4 km
  • Carters Deli0.3 km
  • Co-op Food0.6 km
  • Country Cheeses - Natural Life0.4 km
  • Eversfield Organic Retail Ltd0.5 km
  • + 15 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • One Drake Road B&B0.5 km
  • Rockmount Townhouse Ltd0.5 km
  • The Bedford Hotel0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • HQ Cafe Bar0.6 km
  • Queens Head0.6 km
  • Tavistock Inn0.3 km
  • The Cornish Arms0.6 km
  • Union Inn0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op (Tavistock)0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Black Sheep Brew0.4 km
  • Cantonese Kitchen0.6 km
  • Chung Ying Chinese Take-Away0.7 km
  • Dukes 2 Go0.4 km
  • Kings Kebab & Pizza House0.6 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gunnislake7.0 km
  • Calstock7.8 km
  • Bere Alston8.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Parkwood Road0.1 km
  • Parkwood Road0.1 km
  • Lawsons0.2 km
  • Lawsons0.2 km
  • St. Rumons School0.2 km