Postcode Analysis Plymouth, South West

SKARDALE GARDENS, PL6 5UT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SKARDALE GARDENS, PL6 5UT.

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Population

238

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 39,100 /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: PL6 5UT 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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8/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 43, PL6 5UT has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £176k 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

PL6 5UT is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Skardale Gardens, 0.2km from Austin in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Eggbuckland ward and the Plymouth, Moor View constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £176k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for PL6 5UT are sourced from Output Area E00076104 (shared with 7 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 PL6 5UT. The average age is 42.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 165,000

9 sales · Mean £ 163,333

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

PL6 5UT has low crime rates — 15 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 offences32
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft2
Drugs2
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Austin Farm Academy

Inadequate149 pupils0.5 km
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St Edward's CofE Primary School

Good233 pupils0.7 km
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Leigham Primary School

Good437 pupils0.9 km
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Tor Bridge Primary School

Inadequate159 pupils1.2 km
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Cann Bridge School

Good93 pupils1.2 km
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High View School

Outstanding1.4 km
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Eggbuckland Vale Primary School

Good394 pupils1.4 km
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Tor Bridge High

Good1214 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Lee's News0.5 km
  • Londis0.5 km
  • Deer Park Stores Ltd0.5 km
  • Greggs0.5 km
  • Leigham Stores0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Eggbuckland Fish And Chip Shop1.0 km
  • Shimla0.3 km
  • New Oriental Express0.5 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Riverside Caravan Park Pub/Takeaway/Shop0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Costa0.9 km
  • Costa Ltd at NEXT Store0.9 km
  • John Nike Leisure Sport Ltd0.6 km
  • The Windmill Chargrill0.5 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative Food0.6 km
  • The Co-operative Food0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plymouth3.8 km
  • Devonport5.5 km
  • Dockyard5.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Skardale Gardens0.0 km
  • Skardale Gardens0.1 km
  • Thetford Gardens0.1 km
  • Carradale Road East0.2 km
  • Epping Crescent0.2 km