Postcode Analysis Plymouth, South West

UNDERLANE, PL7 1ZB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UNDERLANE, PL7 1ZB.

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Population

460

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 49,500 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: PL7 1ZB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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1/10
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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. PL7 1ZB's 61% ownership and 38-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

PL7 1ZB is a safe, established residential area on Underlane, 0.6km from Plympton in Plymouth. Administratively it sits within Plympton Erle ward and the South West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL7 1ZB 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL7 1ZB are sourced from Output Area E00181176 (shared with 13 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 PL7 1ZB. The average age is 38.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

PL7 1ZB has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences43
Shoplifting17
Anti-social behaviour13
Criminal damage and arson10
Other theft6

school Local Schools

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Plympton St Mary's CofE Infant School

Requires Improvement112 pupils0.2 km
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Old Priory Junior Academy

Requires Improvement216 pupils0.4 km
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Hele's School

Good1327 pupils0.8 km
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Plympton Academy

Requires Improvement1096 pupils0.8 km
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Boringdon Primary School

Outstanding406 pupils1.1 km
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Glen Park Primary School

Good410 pupils1.1 km
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Longcause Community Special School

Good116 pupils1.2 km
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Woodford Primary School

Good450 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • The Unicorn Harvester1.0 km
  • Colebrook Inn0.9 km
  • Freemason's Hall, Plympton0.9 km
  • George Inn0.9 km
  • Plympton Conservative Club0.7 km
  • + 4 more
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Retailers - Other

13 nearby
  • Devon Vintage Ice Cream0.7 km
  • Devon Vintage Ice Cream Tricycle0.7 km
  • Friary Mill Bakery Ltd0.7 km
  • Ludbrook Butchers0.8 km
  • Premier Express Colebrook Stores0.9 km
  • + 8 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Munch Box0.7 km
  • Plymouth Retail Distribution Centre0.5 km
  • Churchill Catering Ltd0.6 km
  • Daisy Chains Health Care0.6 km
  • Jasmins Cafe0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Lidl0.5 km
  • Tesco0.4 km
  • Iceland0.7 km
  • The Co-operative Food Supermarket0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • China Chef0.7 km
  • Colebrook Chippy0.9 km
  • Asian Box0.2 km
  • Ridgeway Grill0.7 km
  • Ridgeway Pizza0.8 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Plymouth5.9 km
  • Devonport7.9 km
  • Dockyard8.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Kennel Hill Close0.1 km
  • Kennel Hill Close0.1 km
  • Merafield Drive0.2 km
  • Underwood Road West0.2 km
  • Underwood Road West0.2 km