Is PL19 9DT a safe place to live?

Yes, PL19 9DT is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 14 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PL19 9DT?

The average property price in PL19 9DT is currently around £182k.

What is the population of PL19 9DT?

The population for the PL19 9DT area is approximately 353 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

PLYMOUTH ROAD, PL19 9DT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PLYMOUTH ROAD, PL19 9DT.

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

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Population

353

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

38%

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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7/10

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6/10

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4/10

workEmployment

3/10

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2/10

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6/10

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2/10

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9/10

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9/10

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Area Character

PL19 9DT is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 85% 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

PL19 9DT is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Plymouth Road, 0.6km from Chollacott Estate in Tavistock. Administratively it sits within Tavistock South West ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL19 9DT represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £182k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL19 9DT are sourced from Output Area E00103045 (shared with 14 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 9DT. The average age is 51.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.5%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

38%Active

FT: 24%

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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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 175,000

3 sales · Mean £ 180,000

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

PL19 9DT has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences21

Criminal damage and arson5

Anti-social behaviour4

Other crime4

Other theft3

school Local Schools

Whitchurch Community Primary School

Good0.6 km

Tavistock College

Inadequate1371 pupils0.8 km

Tavistock Primary & Nursery School

Good396 pupils0.8 km

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

Good127 pupils1.3 km

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

Good81 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

Tavistock Service Station (Texaco)0.6 km
Tavistock Youth Cafe0.8 km

local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Riverside0.5 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Moorcare Devon Limited0.2 km

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Supermarkets

2 nearby

Lidl0.0 km
Wm Morrison Supermarkets plc0.2 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

Carmella's Crib Hut0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Gunnislake5.8 km
Calstock6.3 km
Bere Alston7.0 km

Bus Stops

Morrisons0.1 km
Lidl0.1 km
Lidl0.1 km
Hazel Road0.3 km
Walreddon Close0.3 km