Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

WHITCHURCH ROAD, PL19 9EG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHITCHURCH ROAD, PL19 9EG.

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Population

248

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 44,300 /yr

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Employed

34%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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8/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. PL19 9EG's low deprivation rank, 86% ownership, and £347k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £347k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 74.0% year-on-year.

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

PL19 9EG is a sought-after residential area on Whitchurch Road, 0.1km from Whitchurch in Tavistock. Administratively it sits within Tavistock South East ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For serious buyers, PL19 9EG is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 54) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £347k, up 74.0% 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 PL19 9EG are sourced from Output Area E00103031 (shared with 8 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 PL19 9EG. The average age is 53.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

34%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 437,500

2 sales · Mean £ 437,500

Terraced

£ 235,000

3 sales · Mean £ 264,166

Semi-Detached

£ 169,000

1 sales · Mean £ 169,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PL19 9EG has low crime rates — 27 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 offences11
Anti-social behaviour7
Vehicle crime4
Public order3
Other theft2

school Local Schools

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Whitchurch Community Primary School

Good0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Whitchurch Post Office & Stores0.1 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Whitchurch Inn0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Carmella's Crib Hut0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gunnislake6.6 km
  • Calstock6.8 km
  • Bere Alston7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.2 km
  • Post Office0.2 km
  • Church Lea0.3 km
  • Church Lea0.3 km
  • Woodtown0.5 km