PL3 6LY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Larkhall Rise, 0.3km from Efford in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Efford and Lipson ward and the Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport constituency.
For families considering a move, PL3 6LY represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £242k. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for PL3 6LY are sourced from Output Area E00076061 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LARKHALL RISE, PL3 6LY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LARKHALL RISE, PL3 6LY.
298
43
£ 43,000 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: PL3 6LY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
PL3 6LY is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL3 6LY. The average age is 42.9. 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: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 242,150
1 sales · Mean £ 242,150
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around PL3 6LY is moderate at 53 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
High View School
Laira Green Primary School
Lipson Co-operative Academy
Lipson Vale Primary School
Austin Farm Academy
Compton CofE Primary School
Eggbuckland Community College
Salisbury Road Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Top China1.0 km
- Mariners Fish and Chips0.2 km
- Torridge Pizza and Grill0.2 km
- Wongs0.7 km
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Mount Gould Superstore1.0 km
- Spar0.5 km
- Friary Mill Bakery Ltd0.7 km
- Tesco Express Filling Station0.8 km
- Torridge Stores Ltd0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Live Well Community Cafe1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- GWRSA0.6 km
- Bluebird0.8 km
- the rising sun public house0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- The Co-operative Food0.2 km
- The Co-operative Food0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plymouth2.5 km
- Devonport4.4 km
- Dockyard4.6 km
Bus Stops
- Gill Park0.1 km
- Efford Lane0.1 km
- Elwick Gardens0.2 km
- Torridge Way0.2 km
- Torridge Way0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: PL36LY · Data under Open Government Licence