Postcode Analysis Plymouth, South West

PL5 1AN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL5 1AN.

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Population

340

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 37,200 /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: PL5 1AN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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4/10
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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

PL5 1AN is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 38 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £354k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

PL5 1AN is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Weston Mill in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Ham ward and the Plymouth, Moor View constituency.

For families considering a move, PL5 1AN 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £354k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL5 1AN are sourced from Output Area E00076154 (shared with 8 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 PL5 1AN. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 34%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 354,000

1 sales · Mean £ 354,000

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

PL5 1AN has low crime rates — 39 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 offences106
Anti-social behaviour23
Criminal damage and arson22
Other theft15
Public order13

school Local Schools

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Weston Mill Community Primary Academy

Good291 pupils0.4 km
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Victoria Road Primary

Good197 pupils0.5 km
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Riverside Community Primary School

Good493 pupils0.8 km
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St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School

Good156 pupils0.8 km
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Marine Academy Plymouth

Inadequate870 pupils0.8 km
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Marine Academy Primary

Outstanding509 pupils0.8 km
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Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School

Good147 pupils1.0 km
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Mount Tamar School

Inadequate1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

15 nearby
  • Careswell Mini Market1.0 km
  • Friary Mill Bakery0.5 km
  • Ivor Dewdney0.5 km
  • Plymouth Food & Wine0.5 km
  • St Budeaux News0.5 km
  • + 10 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Elior @ Babcock Devonport Dockyard Kiosk 10.8 km
  • Elior @ Babcock Devonport Dockyard Kiosk 20.8 km
  • Elior @ Babcock Devonport Dockyard Kiosk 30.8 km
  • The Pioneer Project CIC0.6 km
  • Billy's Cafe0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl UK GmbH0.5 km
  • SPAR - Wessex Retail0.8 km
  • Asia Mini Market0.9 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Domino's Pizza0.5 km
  • China Valley0.9 km
  • Kenny Kuet0.7 km
  • Selekt Chicken0.9 km
  • Weston Mill Chinese0.5 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Weston Mill Oak Villa Association0.4 km
  • Queen Victoria Masonic Hall0.8 km
  • St Budeaux Members Bar Ltd0.3 km
  • Weston Mill Pub0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • St Budeaux Ferry Road0.5 km
  • St Budeaux0.6 km
  • St Budeaux Victoria Road0.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Keyham Street0.1 km
  • Carlton Terrace0.1 km
  • Carlton Terrace0.1 km
  • Harbour Avenue0.2 km
  • Harbour Avenue0.2 km