PL3 6DS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Fairview Way, 0.3km from Crabtree in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Efford and Lipson ward and the Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport constituency.
For families considering a move, PL3 6DS represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 50) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £272k.
Census 2021 statistics for PL3 6DS are sourced from Output Area E00076053 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FAIRVIEW WAY, PL3 6DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRVIEW WAY, PL3 6DS.
339
50
£ 36,300 /yr
48%
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 6DS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 91% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL3 6DS. The average age is 49.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 265,000
3 sales · Mean £ 240,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL3 6DS has low crime rates — 48 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.
school Local Schools
Laira Green Primary School
High View School
Lipson Co-operative Academy
Austin Farm Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Deer Park Stores Ltd1.0 km
- Sushi Gourmet at Sainsburys Supermarket0.7 km
- MFG Plymouth0.2 km
- Spar0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Marsh Mill0.7 km
- GWRSA0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Costa0.9 km
- Costa Ltd at NEXT Store0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Spar0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plymouth3.5 km
- Devonport5.5 km
- Dockyard5.7 km
Bus Stops
- Pike Road Shops0.2 km
- Military Road0.2 km
- Military Road0.2 km
- Thames Gardens0.2 km
- Manifold Gardens0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL36DS · Data under Open Government Licence