Adelaide Street is in Stonehouse, Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL1 3JF 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 Adelaide Street, Stonehouse, Plymouth, PL1 3JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 3JJ, PL1 3JW, PL1 3HZ, PL1 3JQ, PL1 3HA, PL1 3JG, PL1 3HL, PL1 3JE, PL1 3JP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL1 3JF is primarily male, with 53.4% 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 | 47.5% | 46.6% | -0.9% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 52.5% | 53.4% | 0.9% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 3JF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 54.1% 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 | 57.1% | 54.1% | -3.0% | 37.9% | 16.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 14.7% | 23.2% | 8.5% | 44.2% | -21.0% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 6.2% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 11.3% | -4.4% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 5.2% | -2.2% | 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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.8% | 36.9% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 33.5% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 17.6% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 10.3% | 4.9% | 4.0% | 6.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.7% | 19% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 14.9% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 14.9% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 15.9% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.3% | 22.1% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 8.3% | 4.1% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 7.7% | 6.2% | 2.5% | 5.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 90.7% | 84.7% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 3.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 77.7% 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 | 78.8% | 77.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | -5.5% |
| European Union | 12.7% | 12.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 6% | 2.9% | 2.7% | 3.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.5% | 2.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.9% | 0.9% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.8% | 77.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | -5.5% |
| 10+ Years | 3.9% | 13.7% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.3% | 5.6% | -1.7% | 2.9% | 2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.8% | 3% | -2.8% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.9% | 76.7% | -19.8% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 8.6% | 1.5% | 7.1% |
| North Africa | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.2% | 13.5% | 13.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 37.2% | 46.2% | -9.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Adelaide Street was 1007.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 173.0% higher than the St Peter and the Waterfront average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Adelaide Street has the highest crime rate of 45 local areas in St Peter and the Waterfront and the 5th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 609.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 108.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Adelaide Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2024-11-21 | £387,085 |
| Flat 3 18 Adelaide Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2024-06-20 | £131,589 |
| 43 Adelaide Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-11-24 | £165,695 |
| 36 Adelaide Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £169,500 | 2023-05-02 | £181,196 |
| 18 Adelaide Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-04-03 | £181,357 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 3,059 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Street Primary Academy High Street , Stonehouse PL1 3SJ | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Rendle Street , PL1 1TP | - not rated | 494 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral School of St Mary Cecil Street , Stonehouse PL1 5HW | 3out of 4 | 521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stuart Road Primary School Palmerston Street , Stoke PL1 5LL | 3out of 4 | 763 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Cof E VA Primary School Citadel Road , PL1 3AY | 4out of 4 | 776 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 527 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 1,249 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Plymouth Park Avenue , PL1 4RL | 1out of 4 | 1,653 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 1,866 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 | 892 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbay Academy 22 Millbay Road , PL1 3EG | - not rated | 422 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 1,511 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 1,516 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 1,532 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 1,616 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 2,241 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union Place Cafe | 1 Union Place | 77 yd | |
| Thai Jasmine Takeaway | 152 Union Street | 81 yd | |
| The Oasis Cafe | 28 Manor Street | 108 yd | |
| Cawfee | Ground Floor Cafe, 104 Union Street | 156 yd | |
| Leadworks | 170 Rendle Street | 233 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clarence | 31 Clarence Place | 90 yd | |
| The Office | 39 High Street | 307 yd | |
| The Lord High Admiral | 33 Stonehouse Street | 425 yd | |
| The Royal | 99 Edgcumbe Street | 458 yd | |
| The Melbourne | 224 Cecil Street | 548 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aryana's Kitchen | 99 King Street | 219 yd | |
| Dillans Kebab | 83 Union Street | 283 yd | |
| Wing City | 115 Union Street | 283 yd | |
| KFC | 77 Union Street | 399 yd | |
| Super Kebab Pizza | 40 Union Street | 409 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 141 Union Street | 174 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | 299 Union Street | 191 yd | |
| International Supermarket (SW) Ltd | 44 Union Street | 399 yd | |
| Delta | 30a Western Approach | 599 yd | |
| Grace Connections Mini Market | 11 Frankfort Gate | 647 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth College Preparatory School CRAIGIE DRIVE | grass pitches | 177 yd |
| Stonehouse Community Gym (Closed) Unit 37 Unit 37 Union Street | health and fitness suite | 227 yd |
| Bodylines Gym 12C 12C SAWREY STREET | health and fitness suite | 272 yd |
| Plymouth School Of Creative Arts MILLBAY ROAD | 310 yd | |
| Plymouth Pavilions Ice Rink MILLBAY ROAD | ice rinks, swimming pool | 506 yd |
| Victoria Park Eldad Hill | grass pitches | 539 yd |
| Club Continental MILLBAY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 584 yd |
| Devonport High School For Boys PARADISE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Mccaulay'S Health Club (Plymouth) THE CRESCENT | health and fitness suite | 633 yd |
| Stonehouse Barracks STONEHOUSE BARRACKS STONEHOUSE BARRACKS DURNFORD STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 698 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.3% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.