Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

PL20 7BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL20 7BQ.

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

308

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 45,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL20 7BQ 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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7/10
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4/10
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1/10
workEmployment
6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

PL20 7BQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 73% 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 7BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.8km from Bere Alston in Bere Alston. Administratively it sits within Bere Ferrers ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL20 7BQ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL20 7BQ are sourced from Output Area E00102908 (shared with 6 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 7BQ. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

PL20 7BQ has low crime rates — 22 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 offences33
Anti-social behaviour6
Burglary6
Criminal damage and arson5
Other theft3

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Bere Alston Primary Academy

Inadequate139 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • J & S Downing0.1 km
  • Premier Bere Alston0.1 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Taphill Takeaway0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bere Alston0.9 km
  • Calstock2.4 km
  • Bere Ferrers3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Edgcumbe Hotel0.1 km
  • Edgcumbe Hotel0.1 km
  • Fire Station0.2 km
  • Marythorne Road0.3 km
  • High Cross0.3 km