Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

BRIDGE COTTAGES, PL21 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGE COTTAGES, PL21 0BJ.

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Population

326

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 48,500 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL21 0BJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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6/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PL21 0BJ spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 32.0% year-on-year.

home £145,000 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL21 0BJ is a safe, established residential area on Bridge Cottages, 0.0km from Ivybridge in Ivybridge. Administratively it sits within Ivybridge East ward and the South West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL21 0BJ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 47 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £145k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 32.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for PL21 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00102122 (shared with 9 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 PL21 0BJ. The average age is 41.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 125,000

3 sales · Mean £ 138,000

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

PL21 0BJ has low crime rates — 47 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 offences65
Anti-social behaviour48
Shoplifting29
Criminal damage and arson18
Other theft10

school Local Schools

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The Erme Primary School

Good104 pupils0.2 km
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Ivybridge Community College

Good2525 pupils0.3 km
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Stowford School

Good462 pupils0.4 km
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Manor Primary School, Ivybridge

Outstanding262 pupils0.6 km
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Woodlands Park Primary School

Outstanding362 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Day Lewis Pharmacy0.3 km
  • P & J Cards0.3 km
  • Poundland0.1 km
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Duke of Cornwall Inn0.5 km
  • Ivybridge Constitutional Club0.3 km
  • Sportsmans Inn0.0 km
  • The Exchange0.1 km
  • The Old Smithy0.2 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Cupcake Cottage Ivybridge0.3 km
  • Friary Mill Bakery0.2 km
  • Goughs Hog Roast1.0 km
  • Hettie's0.2 km
  • Ivybridge Methodist Church0.3 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Ali baba pizza0.3 km
  • Country Maid0.2 km
  • Golden Bridge0.2 km
  • Joy King0.3 km
  • La Pizza Loca0.3 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ivybridge1.0 km
  • Plymouth16.0 km
  • Totnes17.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Sportsmans Inn0.1 km
  • Sportsmans Inn0.1 km
  • BP Garage0.2 km
  • Town Hall0.2 km
  • Marshalls Field0.3 km