Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

PL20 6BP House Prices & Local Information

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

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 6BP 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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PL20 6BP spans multiple life stages — average age 53, moderate ownership and renting. £80k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

PL20 6BP 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.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £80k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for PL20 6BP 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 6BP. 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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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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home Property Prices by Type

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£ 80,000

1 sales · Mean £ 80,000

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

PL20 6BP has low crime rates — 29 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&B0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Dartmoor Bakery0.3 km
  • Jasmine Chinese Restaurant0.3 km
  • Knightstone Tearooms0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Curry Express0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Burrator Inn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bere Alston8.1 km
  • Bere Ferrers8.2 km
  • Calstock8.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Yelverton Roundabout0.1 km
  • Yelverton Roundabout0.1 km
  • Leg O Mutton Inn0.3 km
  • Leg O Mutton Inn0.4 km