Is PL8 2BB a safe place to live?

Yes, PL8 2BB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 21 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of PL8 2BB?

The population for the PL8 2BB area is approximately 282 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

PL8 2BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PL8 2BB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

282

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL8 2BB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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5/10

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2/10

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8/10

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1/10

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8/10

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5/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. PL8 2BB spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

PL8 2BB is a safe, established residential area located 0.3km from Combe in South Hams. Administratively it sits within Wembury & Brixton ward and the South West Devon constituency.

For families considering a move, PL8 2BB represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL8 2BB are sourced from Output Area E00181104 (shared with 28 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 2BB. The average age is 45.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British100.0%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 1%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

PL8 2BB has low crime rates — 21 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft3

Anti-social behaviour1

Burglary1

Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

St Mary's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding98 pupils1.1 km

Elburton Primary School

Outstanding471 pupils1.6 km

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restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Otter Nurseries0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Plymouth7.3 km
Devonport9.1 km
Dockyard9.6 km