Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

BROOK ROAD, PL21 0AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROOK ROAD, PL21 0AX.

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Population

308

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 48,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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4/10
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3/10
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Area Character

PL21 0AX has a significant social housing presence — 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest. Property prices are trending up 4.7% year-on-year.

home £248,928 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL21 0AX is a safe, established residential area on Brook Road, 0.3km from Ivybridge in Ivybridge. Administratively it sits within Ivybridge East ward and the South West Devon constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, PL21 0AX is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 36% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £248k, up 4.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PL21 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00102112 (shared with 7 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 0AX. The average age is 46.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 205,000

13 sales · Mean £ 208,461

Detached

£ 315,000

9 sales · Mean £ 300,277

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

Crime around PL21 0AX is moderate at 50 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 offences72
Anti-social behaviour48
Shoplifting29
Criminal damage and arson20
Other theft13

school Local Schools

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Stowford School

Good462 pupils0.4 km
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Ivybridge Community College

Good2525 pupils0.4 km
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The Erme Primary School

Good104 pupils0.5 km
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Manor Primary School, Ivybridge

Outstanding262 pupils0.7 km
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Woodlands Park Primary School

Outstanding362 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Day Lewis Pharmacy0.4 km
  • P & J Cards0.4 km
  • Poundland0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Duke of Cornwall Inn0.5 km
  • Ivybridge Constitutional Club0.5 km
  • Sportsmans Inn0.2 km
  • The Exchange0.3 km
  • The Old Smithy0.4 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Cupcake Cottage Ivybridge0.4 km
  • Friary Mill Bakery0.4 km
  • Hettie's0.4 km
  • Ivybridge Methodist Church0.4 km
  • Marcos Trattoria0.4 km
  • + 5 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Ali baba pizza0.4 km
  • Country Maid0.4 km
  • Golden Bridge0.4 km
  • Joy King0.4 km
  • La Pizza Loca0.4 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ivybridge1.0 km
  • Plymouth16.2 km
  • Totnes17.0 km

Bus Stops

  • BP Garage0.1 km
  • Town Hall0.2 km
  • Sportsmans Inn0.2 km
  • Sportsmans Inn0.2 km
  • Widdecombe Drive0.3 km