PL7 1AF is a safe, established residential area on Gatehouse Lane, 0.5km from Plympton in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Plympton Erle ward and the South West Devon constituency.
For families considering a move, PL7 1AF represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £275k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL7 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00181176 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GATEHOUSE LANE, PL7 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GATEHOUSE LANE, PL7 1AF.
460
38
£ 49,500 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL7 1AF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 38, PL7 1AF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. 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 PL7 1AF. The average age is 38.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 232,950
11 sales · Mean £ 244,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL7 1AF has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Plympton St Mary's CofE Infant School
Old Priory Junior Academy
Hele's School
Plympton Academy
Boringdon Primary School
Glen Park Primary School
Woodford Primary School
Longcause Community Special School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- The Unicorn Harvester0.9 km
- Colebrook Inn0.9 km
- Freemason's Hall, Plympton0.9 km
- George Inn0.9 km
- Plympton Conservative Club0.7 km
- + 4 more
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Devon Vintage Ice Cream0.6 km
- Devon Vintage Ice Cream Tricycle0.6 km
- Friary Mill Bakery Ltd0.6 km
- Ludbrook Butchers0.7 km
- Premier Express Colebrook Stores0.9 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Munch Box0.6 km
- Plymouth Retail Distribution Centre0.4 km
- Churchill Catering Ltd0.5 km
- Daisy Chains Health Care0.6 km
- Jasmins Cafe0.7 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl0.5 km
- Tesco0.3 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- The Co-operative Food Supermarket0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
8 nearby- China Chef0.6 km
- Colebrook Chippy0.9 km
- Asian Box0.2 km
- Ridgeway Grill0.6 km
- Ridgeway Pizza0.7 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plymouth5.9 km
- Devonport7.9 km
- Dockyard8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Kennel Hill Close0.1 km
- Kennel Hill Close0.2 km
- Underwood Road West0.2 km
- Underwood Road West0.2 km
- Merafield Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL71AF · Data under Open Government Licence