Lambhay Hill is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL1 2NW is located in the St Peter and the Waterfront electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lambhay Hill, Plymouth, PL1 2NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 2NH, PL1 2NL, PL1 2NJ, PL1 2LN, PL1 2NN, PL1 2NR, PL1 2NA, PL1 2ND, PL1 2LY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL1 2NW is primarily male, with 72.6% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 35.5% | 27.4% | -8.1% | 51.0% | -23.6% |
| Male | 64.5% | 72.6% | 8.1% | 49.0% | 23.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PL1 2NW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 67% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 56.2% | 67% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 29.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.9% | 14.5% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -29.7% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 15.3% | 10.4% | -4.9% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.1% | 5.2% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.7% | 54.6% | 4.9% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 26.3% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -7.3% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 12.7% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 3% | -5.2% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 2.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.4% | 13.7% | -10.7% | 18.2% | -4.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.7% | 9.9% | -0.8% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 26.9% | 14% | -12.9% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 13.4% | 8.9% | 5.3% | 8.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 21.6% | 12.5% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 24.8% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -9.0% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 93% | 88.9% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 86.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 86.4% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 3.2% |
| European Union | 6.7% | 3.3% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 3% | 3.1% | 0.1% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 3.6% | 3.3% | 0.3% | 3.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.1% | 86.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 3.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.9% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.3% | 0.6% | -2.7% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.8% | 5.3% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 3.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.9% | 76.7% | 5.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 3.3% | 0.1% | 3.2% |
| No passport held | 9.2% | 13.5% | -4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.8% | 37.2% | 10.6% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lambhay Hill was 527.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 339.2% higher than the Drake average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lambhay Hill has the 9th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Drake and the 19th highest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 239.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Lambhay Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2020-05-29 | £109,483 |
| 19 Lambhay Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-06-29 | £120,316 |
| 23 Lambhay Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2016-03-18 | £136,999 |
| 25 Lambhay Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2014-08-15 | £110,488 |
| 19 Lambhay Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £89,500 | 2012-03-26 | £128,283 |
PL1 2NW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 195 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Other | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 90 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care Ham Drive , Ham PL2 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 4,280 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School 2 Beaumont Road , St Jude's PL4 9BE | 3out of 4 | 755 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School 2 Beaumont Road , St Jude's PL4 9BE | - not rated | 755 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Cof E VA Primary School Citadel Road , PL1 3AY | 3out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Street Primary School Mount Street , Greenbank PL4 8NZ | 3out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Street Primary School Mount Street , Greenbank PL4 8NZ | - not rated | 1,120 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbay Academy 22 Millbay Road , PL1 3EG | 3out of 4 | 1,366 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | 3out of 4 | 1,553 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 1,553 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Secondary School Wyndham Square , PL1 5EG | - not rated | 1,640 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | - not rated | 2,220 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City College Plymouth Kings Road , Devonport PL1 5QG | - not rated | 2,619 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth School of Creative Arts The Red House , 22 Millbay Road PL1 3EG | - not rated | 1,366 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 487 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| A.C.E - Alternative Complementary Education Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | - not rated | 487 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Martin's Gate Pupil Referral Unit Bretonside , Martinsgate PL4 0AT | - not rated | 487 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tamar Education Trust 1 Holborn Street , Cattedown PL4 0NN | - not rated | 837 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tamar Education Trust C.O. Pws Holborn Street , PL4 0NN | - not rated | 837 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| B Bar | Barbican Theatre,Thai Noodle Bar, 95 Castle Street | 64 yd | |
| Himalayan Spice | 31 New Street | 96 yd | |
| Tudor Rose Tearooms & Gardens | 36 New Street | 96 yd | |
| Kapadokya Restaurant | 12 New Street | 96 yd | |
| The Mad Merchant Coffee House | 37 New Street | 96 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fishermans Arms | 31 Lambhay Street | 77 yd | |
| Barbican Botanics Gin Room | 38 New Street | 92 yd | |
| The Dolphin Hotel | The Dolphin Inn, 14 The Barbican | 132 yd | |
| The Admiral MacBride | The Admiral MacBride, 1 The Barbican | 133 yd | |
| Crown and Anchor | 10-11 The Barbican | 137 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbourside Gluten Free | 12a The Barbican | 137 yd | |
| Harbourside Fish and Chips | 35 Southside Street | 147 yd | |
| Sizzling Grill | 52 Notte Street | 343 yd | |
| Lee's Gardens | 50 Notte Street | 343 yd | |
| Barbican's Grill Shack | 54 Notte Street | 343 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 8 Hoegate Street | 269 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Plymouth Metro, 29-31 New George Street | 733 yd | |
| Tesco | St Teresa House, Beaumont Road | 762 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer plc | Drake Circus, 1 Cornwall Street | 782 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 64-66 Ebrington Street | 797 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Club Moativation (Plymouth) ARMADA WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 451 yd |
| Tinside Lido PLYMOUTH DOME PLYMOUTH DOME HOE ROAD | swimming pool | 597 yd |
| Trugym Plymouth Lunar Rise Lunar Rise Exeter Street | health and fitness suite | 663 yd |
| Hybrid Mma And Fitness Centre CLARE PLACE | health and fitness suite | 830 yd |
| The Gym (Plymouth) DERRYS CROSS | health and fitness suite | 832 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Plymouth) BARBICAN APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 928 yd |
| Mccaulay'S Health Club (Plymouth) THE CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 993 yd |
| Millbay Park TERRITORIAL ARMY CENTRE TERRITORIAL ARMY CENTRE PROSPECT PLACE | grass pitches | 1,035 yd |
| Club Continental MILLBAY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,042 yd |
| Ymca (Plymouth Triangle Centre) (Closed) Cobourg Street | health and fitness suite | 1,044 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 71.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 43.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 68.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.