Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

TORR HILL, PL8 2FB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TORR HILL, PL8 2FB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

286

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL8 2FB 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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7/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

PL8 2FB is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £520k, 86% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £520k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

PL8 2FB is a sought-after residential area on Torr Hill, 0.1km from Yealmpton in Yealmpton. Administratively it sits within Newton & Yealmpton ward and the South West Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL8, PL8 2FB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 54) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 86% 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £520k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL8 2FB are sourced from Output Area E00102274 (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 PL8 2FB. The average age is 54.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 520,000

1 sales · Mean £ 520,000

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

PL8 2FB has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences9
Burglary4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Yealmpton Primary School

Good174 pupils0.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Yealmpton Stores0.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Volunteer Inn0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Ming Restaurant0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ivybridge8.3 km
  • Plymouth10.9 km
  • Devonport12.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Post Office0.1 km
  • Volunteer Inn0.1 km
  • Boldventure0.2 km
  • New Road0.2 km
  • New Road0.2 km