Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

PALACE COTTAGES, PL21 0DL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PALACE COTTAGES, PL21 0DL.

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

304

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 46,300 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10
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8/10
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1/10
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4/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

PL21 0DL is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 46 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

PL21 0DL is a safe, established residential area on Palace Cottages, 1.0km from Filham in South Hams. Administratively it sits within Ermington & Ugborough ward and the South West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL21 0DL represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 29 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £266k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL21 0DL are sourced from Output Area E00181170 (shared with 29 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 0DL. The average age is 46.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.4%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.0%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 266,500

2 sales · Mean £ 266,500

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

PL21 0DL has low crime rates — 29 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences4

school Local Schools

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Stowford School

Good462 pupils1.1 km
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Ivybridge Community College

Good2525 pupils1.2 km
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The Erme Primary School

Good104 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Trehill Arms1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ivybridge0.5 km
  • Totnes15.6 km
  • Plymouth17.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Ivybridge Rail Station0.4 km
  • Railway Station0.4 km
  • Ivybridge Rail Station0.4 km