Postcode Analysis Plymouth, South West

LANHYDROCK ROAD, PL4 9DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LANHYDROCK ROAD, PL4 9DN.

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Population

297

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 36,300 /yr

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Employed

52%

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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2/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 42, PL4 9DN has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.

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

PL4 9DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Lanhydrock Road, 0.2km from Mount Gould in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Sutton and Mount Gould ward and the Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport constituency.

For families considering a move, PL4 9DN represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 67 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £154k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 PL4 9DN are sourced from Output Area E00076686 (shared with 8 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 PL4 9DN. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.3%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 152,000

1 sales · Mean £ 152,000

Semi-Detached

£ 156,000

1 sales · Mean £ 156,000

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

Crime around PL4 9DN is moderate at 67 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 offences206
Anti-social behaviour58
Criminal damage and arson52
Other theft37
Public order36

school Local Schools

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Prince Rock Primary School

Outstanding395 pupils0.3 km
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Salisbury Road Primary School

Requires Improvement405 pupils0.5 km
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Lipson Vale Primary School

Good412 pupils0.7 km
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Lipson Co-operative Academy

Good1126 pupils0.9 km
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Holy Cross Catholic Primary School

Good300 pupils1.1 km
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Mount Street Primary School

Good202 pupils1.2 km
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Laira Green Primary School

Requires Improvement262 pupils1.2 km
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ACE Schools Plymouth

Good197 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Top China0.9 km
  • Grenville Fish and Chips0.3 km
  • Lipson Tandoori0.7 km
  • Aladdin's Indian Takeaway0.5 km
  • China Express0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Embankment Stores0.3 km
  • Poundland0.8 km
  • Poundstretcher0.8 km
  • Sonar Bangla International Grocery Ltd0.5 km
  • Just Like Mumma's0.6 km
  • + 6 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • The Park Pavilion Cafe0.9 km
  • Boon Tong Dha0.8 km
  • Bonnie's Brunch0.7 km
  • The Hideaway Cafe0.7 km
  • Cobblers and Coffee0.2 km
  • + 10 more
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Asian Food Store0.9 km
  • K W Foods0.8 km
  • Kushiara Foods0.5 km
  • Mini Deli0.5 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.2 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Saltram Club0.4 km
  • Friary Vaults0.3 km
  • Grenville Hotel0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plymouth1.9 km
  • Devonport3.9 km
  • Dockyard4.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Carmarthen Road0.2 km
  • Carmarthen Road0.2 km
  • Durham Avenue0.2 km
  • Durham Avenue0.3 km
  • Jephson Road0.3 km