Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

YEALM ROAD, PL8 1BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YEALM ROAD, PL8 1BL.

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Population

284

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PL8 1BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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8/10
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1/10
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2/10
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1/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 88% owned. PL8 1BL is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. With £957k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode. Property prices are trending up 20.6% year-on-year.

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

PL8 1BL is a sought-after residential area on Yealm Road, 0.4km from Ferrers, Newton in Noss Mayo. Administratively it sits within Newton & Yealmpton ward and the South West Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL8, PL8 1BL offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 56 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £957k, up 20.6% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for PL8 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00102158 (shared with 18 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 PL8 1BL. The average age is 55.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 995,000

14 sales · Mean £ 1,049,107

Detached

£ 830,000

5 sales · Mean £ 1,210,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

PL8 1BL has low crime rates — 3 incidents 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 offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School

Outstanding120 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Quality Foods0.7 km
  • The Pharmacy0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Dolphin Inn0.8 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plymouth9.7 km
  • Devonport11.2 km
  • Dockyard11.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Yacht Club0.1 km
  • Yacht Club0.1 km
  • Yealm Hotel0.2 km
  • Newton Ferrers Ferry Landing0.2 km
  • Newton Ferrers Ferry Landing0.2 km