Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

FOLLET CLOSE, PL8 2HR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FOLLET CLOSE, PL8 2HR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

275

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 47,900 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL8 2HR 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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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PL8 2HR combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£260k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £260k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

PL8 2HR is a sought-after residential area on Follet Close, 0.7km from Yealmpton in Yealmpton. Administratively it sits within Newton & Yealmpton ward and the South West Devon constituency.

For serious buyers, PL8 2HR is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 94% 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. Property: Average house prices are around £260k.

Census 2021 statistics for PL8 2HR are sourced from Output Area E00102271 (shared with 9 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 2HR. The average age is 51.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 260,500

2 sales · Mean £ 260,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

PL8 2HR has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1

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Yealmpton Primary School

Good174 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Yealmpton Stores0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Volunteer Inn0.8 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Ming Restaurant0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ivybridge8.5 km
  • Plymouth11.3 km
  • Devonport13.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Hillside Drive0.1 km
  • Hillside Drive0.1 km
  • Ploughman Way0.3 km
  • Dixon Terrace0.3 km
  • Riverside Walk0.4 km