Holyrood Place is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL1 2QB 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 Holyrood Place, Plymouth, PL1 2QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 2PU, PL1 2PX, PL1 2PJ, PL1 2PZ, PL1 2PY, PL1 2PL, PL1 2RN, PL1 2BA, PL1 2QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL1 2QB is primarily male, with 54.8% 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 | 39.7% | 45.2% | 5.5% | 51.0% | -5.8% |
| Male | 60.3% | 54.8% | -5.5% | 49.0% | 5.8% |
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 2QB, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 62.6% 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 | 61.5% | 62.6% | 1.1% | 37.9% | 24.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.4% | 13.5% | -3.9% | 44.2% | -30.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 19.6% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 10.5% |
| Widowed | 3.7% | 1.2% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
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 | 41.9% | 38.2% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 37.1% | 3.0% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 12.4% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 7.3% | 8.4% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 4.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 3.9% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.7% |
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 | 10.6% | 16% | 5.4% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 8.6% | -1.3% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 12.3% | 1.7% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 6.8% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.9% | 17.3% | -2.6% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.8% | 38.3% | -1.5% | 33.8% | 4.5% |
| Other | 6.2% | 0.6% | -5.6% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% | 2.1% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.4% | 3.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 84.4% | 84.9% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 3.5% |
| Arab | 7.3% | 0% | -7.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 85.2% 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 | 81% | 85.2% | 4.2% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| European Union | 8.4% | 6.8% | -1.6% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 6.1% | 1.1% | -5.0% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 3.4% | 1.7% | -1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81% | 84.3% | 3.3% | 83.2% | 1.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.2% | 9.6% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 9.5% | 3.4% | -6.1% | 2.9% | 0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.9% | 1.7% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 1.1% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.4% | 76.7% | -1.3% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.6% | 37.2% | 25.4% |
| Christian | 29.6% | 46.2% | -16.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holyrood Place was 89.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.6% lower than the St Peter and the Waterfront average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Holyrood Place has the 8th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in St Peter and the Waterfront and the 333rd highest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -87.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat B 7 Holyrood Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-03-31 | £193,630 |
| Flat A 7 Holyrood Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-11-13 | £152,836 |
| 6 Holyrood Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-09-06 | £160,000 |
| Garden Flat 16 Holyrood Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-07-12 | £171,912 |
| Flat 5 18 Holyrood Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2024-05-10 | £122,863 |
PL1 2QB 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 | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service 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 | 3,963 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 | 365 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Rendle Street , PL1 1TP | - not rated | 727 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Rendle Street , PL1 1TP | 3out of 4 | 727 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral School of St Mary Cecil Street , Stonehouse PL1 5HW | - not rated | 1,003 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral School of St Mary Cecil Street , Stonehouse PL1 5HW | - not rated | 1,003 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 | 738 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Secondary School Wyndham Square , PL1 5EG | - not rated | 1,115 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | - not rated | 1,657 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 3out of 4 | 1,657 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | 3out of 4 | 1,692 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | 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 | 2,020 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 | 738 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 | 821 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| A.C.E - Alternative Complementary Education Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | - not rated | 821 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Martin's Gate Pupil Referral Unit Bretonside , Martinsgate PL4 0AT | - not rated | 821 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Arts University Plymouth Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 1,044 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolsdon Street School 39 Wolsdon Street , PL1 5EH | - not rated | 1,145 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | 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 | 62 yd | |
| Everest Spice | 14 Athenaeum Street | 210 yd | |
| Ocean City Coffee Shop | 6 Hoe Road | 223 yd | |
| The Wet Wok Chinese Restaurant | 75 Hoe Road | 223 yd | |
| The Coffee Shack | Hoe Road | 223 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Hoe Club | 1 Osborne Place, Lockyer Street | 49 yd | |
| The Walrus | The Walrus, Notte Street | 205 yd | |
| Club Inferno (SW) Ltd | 24 Lockyer Street | 322 yd | |
| The Gipsy Moth | 159 Citadel Road | 324 yd | |
| Slug and Lettuce | 17 Princess Street | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hoe Park Kiosk | West Hoe Park, Hoe Road | 333 yd | |
| West Hoe Fryers | 7 Radford Road | 443 yd | |
| Best Kebab and Pizza House | 8 Union Street | 541 yd | |
| Sizzling Grill | 52 Notte Street | 542 yd | |
| Lee's Gardens | 50 Notte Street | 542 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 8 Hoegate Street | 519 yd | |
| International Supermarket (SW) Ltd | 44 Union Street | 665 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Plymouth Metro, 29-31 New George Street | 665 yd | |
| Delta | 30a Western Approach | 703 yd | |
| Grace Connections Mini Market | 11 Frankfort Gate | 772 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Club Moativation (Plymouth) ARMADA WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 264 yd |
| Millbay Park TERRITORIAL ARMY CENTRE TERRITORIAL ARMY CENTRE PROSPECT PLACE | grass pitches | 374 yd |
| The Gym (Plymouth) DERRYS CROSS | health and fitness suite | 387 yd |
| Tinside Lido PLYMOUTH DOME PLYMOUTH DOME HOE ROAD | swimming pool | 397 yd |
| Club Continental MILLBAY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 455 yd |
| Mccaulay'S Health Club (Plymouth) THE CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 459 yd |
| Plymouth Pavilions Ice Rink MILLBAY ROAD | ice rinks, swimming pool | 540 yd |
| Plymouth School Of Creative Arts MILLBAY ROAD | 739 yd | |
| Bodylines Gym 12C 12C SAWREY STREET | health and fitness suite | 760 yd |
| Le Club At Copthorne Hotel Plymouth (Closed) Armada Way | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,015 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 | 97.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.5% |
| 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 | 73.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 85.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.