PL3 6EQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Military Road, 0.2km from Crabtree in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Efford and Lipson ward and the Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport constituency.
For families considering a move, PL3 6EQ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PL3 6EQ are sourced from Output Area E00076058 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MILITARY ROAD, PL3 6EQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MILITARY ROAD, PL3 6EQ.
275
44
£ 36,300 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
PL3 6EQ is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 44 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL3 6EQ. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PL3 6EQ is moderate at 50 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Laira Green Primary School
High View School
Woodford Primary School
Austin Farm Academy
Lipson Co-operative Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Sushi Gourmet at Sainsburys Supermarket0.4 km
- MFG Plymouth0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Ibis Hotel0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Marsh Mill0.5 km
- GWRSA1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Costa0.8 km
- Costa Ltd at NEXT Store0.8 km
- McDonalds0.9 km
- Ocean Cafe0.9 km
- The Park Restaurant1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Spar0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plymouth3.8 km
- Devonport5.8 km
- Dockyard6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Crabtree Riversleigh0.1 km
- Crabtree Close0.2 km
- Military Road0.3 km
- Marsh Mills Superstore0.3 km
- Military Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL36EQ · Data under Open Government Licence