PL21 0BY is a sought-after residential area on Pykes Down, 0.3km from Middle Fillham in Ivybridge. Administratively it sits within Ivybridge East ward and the South West Devon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL21, PL21 0BY offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 86% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £271k, up 18.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for PL21 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00102114 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PYKES DOWN, PL21 0BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PYKES DOWN, PL21 0BY.
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38
£ 48,500 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. PL21 0BY's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £271k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 18.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL21 0BY. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 227,500
10 sales · Mean £ 233,795
Semi-Detached
£ 239,500
16 sales · Mean £ 232,825
Detached
£ 330,000
3 sales · Mean £ 327,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL21 0BY has low crime rates — 15 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
Stowford School
Ivybridge Community College
The Erme Primary School
Manor Primary School, Ivybridge
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Poundland0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Sportsmans Inn0.9 km
- Trehill Arms0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- McColls1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Taste of Bengal1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ivybridge0.6 km
- Totnes16.3 km
- Plymouth16.9 km
Bus Stops
- Torre Close0.2 km
- Torre Close0.2 km
- Waterslade Drive0.3 km
- Waterslade Drive0.3 km
- Rue St Pierre0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL210BY · Data under Open Government Licence