Elliot Terrace is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL1 2PL 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 Elliot Terrace, Plymouth, PL1 2PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 2BE, PL1 2BA, PL1 2QB, PL1 2PJ, PL1 2PE, PL1 2PQ, PL1 2PY, PL1 2PU, PL1 2PP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL1 2PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.8% | 1.4% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.2% | -1.4% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 49.6% | 40.7% | -8.9% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.5% | 35.5% | 6.0% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.9% | 2.4% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 11.7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 8.1% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.9% | 47.7% | -0.2% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 38% | -0.8% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 10.9% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 11.4% | 10% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 6.8% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 18.4% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 5.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.8% | 5.2% | 4.4% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 21.2% | 11.8% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 48% | 36% | -12.0% | 33.8% | 2.2% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.4% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 95% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 90.3% | 5.5% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 8.4% | 4.7% | -3.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 1.2% | -2.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84% | 89.9% | 5.9% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 5.4% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 0.4% | -3.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.2% | 1.6% | -5.6% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| Middle East | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elliot Terrace was 142.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.2% lower than the St Peter and the Waterfront average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elliot Terrace has the 18th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in St Peter and the Waterfront and the 185th highest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 15.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5A Elliot Terrace, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-12-12 | £147,759 |
| Flat 3 2 Elliot Terrace, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £231,500 | 2024-12-05 | £230,567 |
| Flat 11 5 Elliot Terrace, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-03-13 | £256,483 |
| Flat 2 5 Elliot Terrace, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £137,500 | 2022-09-23 | £135,716 |
| Flat 4 5 Elliot Terrace, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2022-08-19 | £421,590 |
PL1 2PL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 14% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PL1 2PL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PL1 2PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in PL1 2PL area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 26 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 3,988 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Cof E VA Primary School Citadel Road , PL1 3AY | 3out of 4 | 339 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Rendle Street , PL1 1TP | - not rated | 734 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Rendle Street , PL1 1TP | 3out of 4 | 734 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral School of St Mary Cecil Street , Stonehouse PL1 5HW | - not rated | 1,024 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral School of St Mary Cecil Street , Stonehouse PL1 5HW | - not rated | 1,024 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 703 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Secondary School Wyndham Square , PL1 5EG | - not rated | 1,114 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | - not rated | 1,638 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 3out of 4 | 1,638 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Tamar High School Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QW | - not rated | 1,706 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 1,988 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 | 703 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 | 913 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| A.C.E - Alternative Complementary Education Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | - not rated | 913 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Martin's Gate Pupil Referral Unit Bretonside , Martinsgate PL4 0AT | - not rated | 913 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arts University Plymouth Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 1,133 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dunstan's Abbey School Craigie Drive , The Millfields PL1 3JL | - not rated | 1,140 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Roma The Hoe | The Hoe, Citadel Road | 146 yd | |
| Ocean City Coffee Shop | 6 Hoe Road | 162 yd | |
| The Wet Wok Chinese Restaurant | 75 Hoe Road | 162 yd | |
| The Coffee Shack | Hoe Road | 162 yd | |
| Ocean City Snacks | West Hoe Pier, Hoe Road | 162 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Hoe Club | 1 Osborne Place, Lockyer Street | 135 yd | |
| The Walrus | The Walrus, Notte Street | 254 yd | |
| Club Inferno (SW) Ltd | 24 Lockyer Street | 400 yd | |
| The Gipsy Moth | 159 Citadel Road | 413 yd | |
| The West Hoe | The West Hoe, 24 Bishops Place | 425 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hoe Park Kiosk | West Hoe Park, Hoe Road | 330 yd | |
| West Hoe Fryers | 7 Radford Road | 354 yd | |
| Best Kebab and Pizza House | 8 Union Street | 573 yd | |
| Classic Grill House | 37 Union Street | 614 yd | |
| Sizzling Grill | 52 Notte Street | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 8 Hoegate Street | 609 yd | |
| International Supermarket (SW) Ltd | 44 Union Street | 662 yd | |
| Delta | 30a Western Approach | 736 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Plymouth Metro, 29-31 New George Street | 749 yd | |
| Grace Connections Mini Market | 11 Frankfort Gate | 811 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Millbay Park TERRITORIAL ARMY CENTRE TERRITORIAL ARMY CENTRE PROSPECT PLACE | grass pitches | 307 yd |
| Club Moativation (Plymouth) ARMADA WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 356 yd |
| Tinside Lido PLYMOUTH DOME PLYMOUTH DOME HOE ROAD | swimming pool | 387 yd |
| The Gym (Plymouth) DERRYS CROSS | health and fitness suite | 438 yd |
| Club Continental MILLBAY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 453 yd |
| Mccaulay'S Health Club (Plymouth) THE CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 478 yd |
| Plymouth Pavilions Ice Rink MILLBAY ROAD | ice rinks, swimming pool | 537 yd |
| Plymouth School Of Creative Arts MILLBAY ROAD | 705 yd | |
| Bodylines Gym 12C 12C SAWREY STREET | health and fitness suite | 733 yd |
| Stonehouse Community Gym (Closed) Unit 37 Unit 37 Union Street | health and fitness suite | 1,052 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 | 81.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.6% |
| 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 | 47.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 49.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.56 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.