Is PL19 9JP a safe place to live?

Yes, PL19 9JP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 1 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PL19 9JP?

The population for the PL19 9JP area is approximately 294 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Devon, South West

PL19 9JP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL19 9JP.

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Population

294

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,900 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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10/10

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7/10

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1/10

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5/10

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2/10

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7/10

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1/10

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8/10

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2/10

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Area Character

PL19 9JP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL19 9JP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.3km from Harford Bridge in West Devon. Administratively it sits within Mary Tavy ward and the Torridge and West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL19 9JP represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. 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 55) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 1 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL19 9JP are sourced from Output Area E00102970 (shared with 20 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 9JP. The average age is 54.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.3%

Asian / British Asian0.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

48%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

PL19 9JP has low crime rates — 1 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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train Transport Links

Train Stations

Gunnislake9.6 km
Calstock10.5 km
Bere Alston11.2 km

Bus Stops

Peter Tavy Cross0.4 km
Peter Tavy Cross0.5 km