PL5 1BB is a safe, established residential area on Hibernia Terrace, 0.4km from Camel's Head in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Ham ward and the Plymouth, Moor View constituency.
For families considering a move, PL5 1BB represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 45 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for PL5 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00076159 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIBERNIA TERRACE, PL5 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIBERNIA TERRACE, PL5 1BB.
257
39
£ 37,200 /yr
60%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PL5 1BB spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL5 1BB. The average age is 38.5. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 132,000
5 sales · Mean £ 133,800
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL5 1BB has low crime rates — 45 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Weston Mill Community Primary Academy
Victoria Road Primary
Riverside Community Primary School
St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School
Marine Academy Primary
Marine Academy Plymouth
Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School
Drake Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Careswell Mini Market1.0 km
- Friary Mill Bakery0.5 km
- Ivor Dewdney0.5 km
- Plymouth Food & Wine0.5 km
- St Budeaux News0.5 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Elior @ Babcock Devonport Dockyard Kiosk 10.7 km
- Elior @ Babcock Devonport Dockyard Kiosk 20.7 km
- Elior @ Babcock Devonport Dockyard Kiosk 30.7 km
- The Pioneer Project CIC0.7 km
- Billy's Cafe0.7 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl UK GmbH0.5 km
- SPAR - Wessex Retail0.8 km
- Asia Mini Market1.0 km
- The Co-operative Food0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.5 km
- China Valley1.0 km
- Kenny Kuet0.7 km
- Selekt Chicken1.0 km
- Weston Mill Chinese0.4 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Weston Mill Oak Villa Association0.3 km
- Queen Victoria Masonic Hall0.9 km
- Royal Naval Arms1.0 km
- St Budeaux Members Bar Ltd0.4 km
- Weston Mill Pub0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- St Budeaux Ferry Road0.5 km
- St Budeaux0.7 km
- St Budeaux Victoria Road0.7 km
Bus Stops
- Carlton Terrace0.0 km
- Carlton Terrace0.1 km
- Harbour Avenue0.1 km
- Harbour Avenue0.1 km
- Keyham Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PL51BB · Data under Open Government Licence