Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

BLACHFORD ROAD, PL21 0AE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACHFORD ROAD, PL21 0AE.

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Population

322

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 48,500 /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: 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.

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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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7/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

36%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences25
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson5
Burglary5

school Local Schools

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Manor Primary School, Ivybridge

Outstanding262 pupils0.4 km
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The Erme Primary School

Good104 pupils0.5 km
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Woodlands Park Primary School

Outstanding362 pupils0.7 km
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Ivybridge Community College

Good2525 pupils0.8 km
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Stowford School

Good462 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Day Lewis Pharmacy0.6 km
  • P & J Cards0.6 km
  • Poundland0.7 km
local_bar

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

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
fastfood

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