PL9 0BL is a sought-after residential area on Longlands Drive, 0.5km from Heybrook Bay in Heybrook Bay. Administratively it sits within Wembury & Brixton ward and the South West Devon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in PL9, PL9 0BL offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 61 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 95% 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 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £416k, down 14.5% 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 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00102255 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LONGLANDS DRIVE, PL9 0BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LONGLANDS DRIVE, PL9 0BL.
211
61
£ 50,600 /yr
34%
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.
Area Character
Average age 61, 95% owned. PL9 0BL is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £416k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 14.5% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for PL9 0BL. The average age is 60.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 366,750
22 sales · Mean £ 356,272
Semi-Detached
£ 318,000
1 sales · Mean £ 318,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
PL9 0BL has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Mussel Inn0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Plymouth6.6 km
- Devonport7.6 km
- Dockyard8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Westlake Rise0.0 km
- Westlake Rise0.1 km
- Longlands Drive Terminus0.2 km
- Westlake Rise0.2 km
- Wembury Point0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: PL90BL · Data under Open Government Licence