Is PL9 0AU a safe place to live?

Yes, PL9 0AU is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in PL9 0AU?

The average property price in PL9 0AU is currently around £695k.

What is the population of PL9 0AU?

The population for the PL9 0AU area is approximately 280 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

SPRING ROAD, PL9 0AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPRING ROAD, PL9 0AU.

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Population

280

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

39%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: PL9 0AU 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10

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9/10

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3/10

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3/10

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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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5/10

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Area Character

PL9 0AU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £695k, 92% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 13.8% year-on-year.

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

PL9 0AU is a sought-after residential area on Spring Road, 0.4km from Wembury Point in Wembury. Administratively it sits within Wembury & Brixton ward and the South West Devon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL9, PL9 0AU offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% 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: Prices average £695k, up 13.8% 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 PL9 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00102256 (shared with 18 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 PL9 0AU. The average age is 54.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

39%Active

FT: 24%

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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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 695,000

2 sales · Mean £ 695,000

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

PL9 0AU 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 theft1

Violence and sexual offences1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Wembury Bay Tuck Shop0.9 km

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Mussel Inn1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Plymouth7.1 km
Devonport8.2 km
Dockyard8.8 km

Bus Stops

The Skelligs0.1 km
Three Jays0.2 km