Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

GARDEN CLOSE, PL8 1NQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GARDEN CLOSE, PL8 1NQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

287

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL8 1NQ 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.

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9/10
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8/10
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1/10
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5/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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Area Character

PL8 1NQ is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £360k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 3.2% year-on-year.

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

PL8 1NQ is a safe, established residential area on Garden Close, 0.3km from Holbeton in South Hams. Administratively it sits within Ermington & Ugborough ward and the South West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL8 1NQ represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 70% 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 £360k, up 3.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PL8 1NQ are sourced from Output Area E00102089 (shared with 33 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 1NQ. The average age is 43.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.9%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 360,000

3 sales · Mean £ 352,500

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

PL8 1NQ 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.

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Holbeton Primary School

Good71 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Holbeton Village Stores0.2 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Dartmoor Union Inn0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Midmay Colours0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ivybridge7.4 km
  • Plymouth14.6 km
  • Devonport16.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Mildmay Colours Inn0.2 km
  • Post Office0.2 km
  • White House0.5 km
  • White House0.5 km