PL8 2NG is a sought-after residential area on Fell Close, 1.5km from Membland 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 2NG offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 44 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 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. Property: Average house prices are around £395k, down 9.3% year-on-year. 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 2NG are sourced from Output Area E00102162 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FELL CLOSE, PL8 2NG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FELL CLOSE, PL8 2NG.
309
44
£ 50,600 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, PL8 2NG combines high owner-occupation (68%), strong property values (£395k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 9.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL8 2NG. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 280,000
7 sales · Mean £ 297,928
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
PL8 2NG 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.
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ivybridge10.5 km
- Plymouth10.9 km
- Devonport12.6 km
Bus Stops
- Collaton Cross0.1 km
- Collaton Cross0.1 km
- RAF Houses0.3 km
- RAF Houses0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: PL82NG · Data under Open Government Licence