PL3 5RP is a sought-after residential area on Kneele Gardens, 0.1km from Hartley Vale in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Compton ward and the Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport constituency.
For serious buyers, PL3 5RP is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 87% 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 £323k. 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 PL3 5RP are sourced from Output Area E00075958 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
KNEELE GARDENS, PL3 5RP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KNEELE GARDENS, PL3 5RP.
313
43
£ 55,800 /yr
56%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
PL3 5RP is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £323k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL3 5RP. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 296,750
4 sales · Mean £ 271,250
Detached
£ 294,000
1 sales · Mean £ 294,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL3 5RP has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Manadon Vale Primary School
Eggbuckland Community College
Compton CofE Primary School
Courtlands School
Widey Court Primary School
St Boniface's RC College
Eggbuckland Vale Primary School
Pennycross Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Malar Service Ltd A.K.A Londis0.3 km
- EcoBlitz0.9 km
- Mannamead News Limited0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Golden Hind0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Manadon Sports & Community Hub0.9 km
- Greenacres Tea Room0.6 km
- Elior @ EDF Energy0.3 km
- The Meadow Cafe0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Feedwell Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
- Bayleaf Gardens0.9 km
- Ocean Delight0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plymouth2.4 km
- Keyham3.5 km
- Dockyard3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Kneele Gardens Shops0.0 km
- Beaumaris Road0.1 km
- Maitland Drive0.1 km
- Kneele Gardens0.1 km
- Powderham Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL35RP · Data under Open Government Licence