PL8 1LW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Brent Hill, 0.0km from Holbeton in South Hams. Administratively it sits within Ermington & Ugborough ward and the South West Devon constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 50 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £362k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL8 1LW are sourced from Output Area E00102088 (shared with 24 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRENT HILL, PL8 1LW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRENT HILL, PL8 1LW.
326
50
£ 47,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL8 1LW is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
PL8 1LW is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 50 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 PL8 1LW. The average age is 50.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 295,000
3 sales · Mean £ 277,666
Semi-Detached
£ 495,000
1 sales · Mean £ 495,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
PL8 1LW has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holbeton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Holbeton Village Stores0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Dartmoor Union Inn0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Midmay Colours0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ivybridge7.1 km
- Plymouth14.7 km
- Devonport16.6 km
Bus Stops
- Post Office0.1 km
- Mildmay Colours Inn0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: PL81LW · Data under Open Government Licence