Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

MEAVY BOURNE, PL20 6AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEAVY BOURNE, PL20 6AR.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

42%

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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9/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. PL20 6AR's low deprivation rank, 90% ownership, and £407k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £407k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

PL20 6AR is a sought-after residential area on Meavy Bourne, 0.9km from Yelverton in Yelverton. Administratively it sits within Buckland Monachorum ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL20, PL20 6AR offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £407k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for PL20 6AR are sourced from Output Area E00102925 (shared with 8 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 6AR. The average age is 52.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 200,000

3 sales · Mean £ 295,000

Detached

£ 560,000

5 sales · Mean £ 520,000

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

PL20 6AR has low crime rates — 12 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 offences7
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Barnabas House B&B0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Dartmoor Bakery0.9 km
  • Jasmine Chinese Restaurant0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Curry Express0.9 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Burrator Inn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bere Ferrers8.4 km
  • Bere Alston8.6 km
  • Calstock9.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Gratton Lane0.2 km
  • Gratton Cross0.2 km
  • Yelverton Roundabout0.5 km