Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

PL20 6AB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL20 6AB.

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

270

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /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: PL20 6AB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

PL20 6AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 68% 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL20 6AB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.4km from Yelverton in Yelverton. Administratively it sits within Buckland Monachorum ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL20 6AB represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL20 6AB are sourced from Output Area E00102924 (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 PL20 6AB. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian1.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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

PL20 6AB has low crime rates — 36 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 offences20
Anti-social behaviour7
Criminal damage and arson4
Public order3
Shoplifting3

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Barnabas House B&B0.3 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Dartmoor Bakery0.4 km
  • Jasmine Chinese Restaurant0.5 km
  • Knightstone Tearooms0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Curry Express0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bere Ferrers8.1 km
  • Bere Alston8.1 km
  • Calstock8.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Yelverton Roundabout0.2 km
  • Yelverton Roundabout0.2 km
  • Gratton Cross0.4 km
  • Gratton Lane0.4 km
  • Leg O Mutton Inn0.5 km