Is PL21 0DR a safe place to live?

Yes, PL21 0DR is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PL21 0DR?

The population for the PL21 0DR area is approximately 304 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

PL21 0DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL21 0DR.

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Population

304

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Avg Age

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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 0DR 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 · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL21 0DR is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Bittaford in South Hams. Administratively it sits within Ermington & Ugborough ward and the South West Devon constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL21 0DR 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 0DR. 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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

PL21 0DR has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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Violence and sexual offences1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Ivybridge1.4 km
Totnes14.7 km
Plymouth18.4 km