Postcode Analysis Plymouth, South West

DURBAN ROAD, PL3 4LF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DURBAN ROAD, PL3 4LF.

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Population

223

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 52,600 /yr

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Employed

52%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL3 4LF 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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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
workEmployment
7/10
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5/10
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7/10
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10/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 69% owner-occupation and average age 42, PL3 4LF has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

PL3 4LF is a safe, established residential area on Durban Road, 0.4km from Ford Park in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Peverell ward and the Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £240k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL3 4LF are sourced from Output Area E00076302 (shared with 21 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 PL3 4LF. The average age is 42.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.5%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed8.1%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 37%
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

£ 216,250

6 sales · Mean £ 215,416

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

PL3 4LF has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences35
Criminal damage and arson15
Anti-social behaviour10
Other theft10
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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Hyde Park Infants' School

Inadequate260 pupils0.4 km
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Devonport High School for Girls

Good821 pupils0.9 km
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Plymouth High School for Girls

Good791 pupils1.0 km
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Montpelier Primary School

Good649 pupils1.1 km
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Stoke Damerel Community College

Good1288 pupils1.3 km
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Scott Medical and Healthcare College

Good369 pupils1.3 km
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Pilgrim Primary Academy

Outstanding374 pupils1.4 km
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Mount Street Primary School

Good202 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.7 km
  • FIREAWAY PIZZA0.9 km
  • Little Hemp Shop0.6 km
  • Premier Stores0.9 km
  • Willow Tree Tea Tent1.0 km
  • + 10 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • BulletProof Brewing Ltd0.7 km
  • Caffe Sol0.9 km
  • Fortescue0.9 km
  • Old Plymothians and Mannameadians Members Club0.6 km
  • Raffles0.8 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • Buddha hut0.7 km
  • Costa0.8 km
  • Ford Park Cemetery Cafe0.6 km
  • KFC0.9 km
  • Mirello0.8 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Mutley Bazzar Ltd0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's Local0.9 km
  • Tesco Express0.8 km
  • The Co-Operative Food0.7 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

12 nearby
  • City Charcoal Grill0.9 km
  • Domino's Pizza0.8 km
  • Papa John's0.9 km
  • Perillas0.7 km
  • Pizza Hut0.8 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Home Park Homestay0.9 km
  • Summercourt Guest House1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plymouth1.0 km
  • Devonport2.2 km
  • Dockyard2.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Trelawney Road0.1 km
  • Westbourne Road0.1 km
  • Trelawney Road0.1 km
  • Rosslyn Park Road0.1 km
  • Barn Park Road West0.2 km