PL21 0AE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Blachford Road, 0.6km from Ivybridge in Ivybridge. Administratively it sits within Ivybridge West ward and the South West Devon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL21, PL21 0AE offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £435k, up 5.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for PL21 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00102103 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACHFORD ROAD, PL21 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACHFORD ROAD, PL21 0AE.
322
56
£ 48,500 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL21 0AE 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.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 90% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, PL21 0AE is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £435k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending up 5.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL21 0AE. The average age is 55.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 435,000
12 sales · Mean £ 417,541
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL21 0AE has low crime rates — 19 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.
school Local Schools
Manor Primary School, Ivybridge
The Erme Primary School
Woodlands Park Primary School
Ivybridge Community College
Stowford School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Day Lewis Pharmacy0.6 km
- P & J Cards0.6 km
- Poundland0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Duke of Cornwall Inn0.6 km
- Ivybridge Constitutional Club0.4 km
- Sportsmans Inn0.7 km
- The Exchange0.6 km
- The Old Smithy0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
11 nearby- Cupcake Cottage Ivybridge0.6 km
- Friary Mill Bakery0.6 km
- Goughs Hog Roast0.5 km
- Hettie's0.6 km
- Ivybridge Methodist Church0.6 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Ali baba pizza0.6 km
- Country Maid0.6 km
- Golden Bridge0.6 km
- Joy King0.6 km
- La Pizza Loca0.6 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ivybridge1.6 km
- Plymouth15.5 km
- Devonport17.4 km
Bus Stops
- Erme Drive0.2 km
- Ivydene Road0.3 km
- Fairway Avenue0.3 km
- Ivydene Road0.3 km
- Fairway Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL210AE · Data under Open Government Licence