Is PL8 1EZ a safe place to live?

Yes, PL8 1EZ is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PL8 1EZ?

The population for the PL8 1EZ area is approximately 243 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

PL8 1EZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL8 1EZ.

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Population

243

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL8 1EZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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10/10

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6/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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9/10

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1/10

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6/10

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8/10

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Area Character

PL8 1EZ is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 68% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

PL8 1EZ is a sought-after residential area located 0.5km from Noss Mayo in South Hams. Administratively it sits within Newton & Yealmpton ward and the South West Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL8, PL8 1EZ offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 49) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 68% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for PL8 1EZ are sourced from Output Area E00102160 (shared with 25 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 PL8 1EZ. The average age is 49.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active

FT: 30%

Unemployed: 2%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)

PL8 1EZ has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences2

school Local Schools

Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School

Outstanding120 pupils1.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Plymouth11.1 km
Devonport12.6 km
Dockyard13.2 km