Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

MANOR PARK, PL20 6LX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANOR PARK, PL20 6LX.

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Population

409

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 46,900 /yr

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Employed

36%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL20 6LX is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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2/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 96% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, PL20 6LX is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £385k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 25.7% year-on-year.

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

PL20 6LX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Manor Park, 0.2km from Dousland in Dousland. Administratively it sits within Burrator ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL20, PL20 6LX offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 96% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £385k, up 25.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PL20 6LX are sourced from Output Area E00102929 (shared with 12 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 6LX. The average age is 56.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Detached

£ 370,000

16 sales · Mean £ 338,250

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

PL20 6LX has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences9
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Lady Modiford's Church of England Primary School

Good49 pupils1.2 km
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Meavy Church of England Primary School

Good88 pupils1.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bere Alston10.0 km
  • Bere Ferrers10.1 km
  • Calstock10.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Boundary Road0.1 km
  • Boundary Road0.1 km
  • Burrator Inn0.2 km
  • Burrator Inn0.3 km
  • Burrator Inn0.3 km