Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

UNDERHAY, PL8 2HE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UNDERHAY, PL8 2HE.

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

374

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL8 2HE 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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7/10
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6/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
paymentsAffluence
7/10
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2/10
homeHome Ownership
7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PL8 2HE combines high owner-occupation (73%) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

PL8 2HE is a sought-after residential area on Underhay, 0.3km 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 2HE offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 49 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 73% 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for PL8 2HE are sourced from Output Area E00102273 (shared with 19 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 2HE. The average age is 49.2. 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 Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 24%
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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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

PL8 2HE has low crime rates — 10 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 offences10
Burglary3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Yealmpton Primary School

Good174 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Yealmpton Stores0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Volunteer Inn0.1 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Ming Restaurant0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ivybridge8.6 km
  • Plymouth10.6 km
  • Devonport12.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Stray Park0.1 km
  • Stray Park0.1 km
  • Volunteer Inn0.2 km
  • Post Office0.3 km
  • Boldventure0.4 km