St Mary Street is in Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL1 3JT 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 St Mary Street, Plymouth, PL1 3JT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 3JU, PL1 3HP, PL1 3HW, PL1 3JZ, PL1 3JD, PL1 3SL, PL1 3HR, PL1 3SJ, PL1 3JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL1 3JT is primarily male, with 57.6% 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 | 39.8% | 42.4% | 2.6% | 51.0% | -8.6% |
| Male | 60.2% | 57.6% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 8.6% |
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 3JT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.8% 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 | 54.2% | 52.8% | -1.4% | 37.9% | 14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 10.1% | 11.2% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -33.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 8.4% | 6.6% | 2.2% | 6.2% |
| Divorced | 27.4% | 21.3% | -6.1% | 9.1% | 12.2% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
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 (57.5%) 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 | 28.3% | 26.5% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -21.9% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 31% | 0.1% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 22.5% | 3.1% | 12.7% | 9.8% |
| Bad health | 17.8% | 16% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 12.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 4% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 2.8% |
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.
In the area around PL1 3JT this area, 34.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 11.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.6% | 34.3% | -10.3% | 18.2% | 16.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 19.4% | 2.7% | 9.6% | 9.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 11.4% | -1.7% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 5.7% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 15.4% | 8.3% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.5% | 11.4% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -22.4% |
| Other | 6% | 2.3% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 1.6% | 4% | 2.4% | 2.5% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 92.1% | 90.4% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.9% 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 | 88% | 87.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| European Union | 5.2% | 7.5% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.1% | 0.5% | -2.6% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88% | 88.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 8.6% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.3% | 3% | -3.3% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.6% | 76.7% | -14.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 28.8% | 13.5% | 15.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.1% | 37.2% | 20.9% |
| Christian | 35.4% | 46.2% | -10.8% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 3.5% | 6.5% | -3.0% |
| Not answered | 1.5% | 6.0% | -4.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Mary Street was 881.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 139.0% higher than the St Peter and the Waterfront average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Mary Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 45 local areas in St Peter and the Waterfront and the 7th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 500.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 93 St Mary Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2015-02-02 | £76,044 |
PL1 3JT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 45 |
| Full-Time Employee | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Education | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,060 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 | 87 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Rendle Street , PL1 1TP | - not rated | 708 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral School of St Mary Cecil Street , Stonehouse PL1 5HW | 3out of 4 | 737 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stuart Road Primary School Palmerston Street , Stoke PL1 5LL | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Primary School Collingwood Road , Stoke PL1 5PA | 3out of 4 | 865 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 445 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 1,281 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 1,285 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Plymouth Park Avenue , PL1 4RL | 1out of 4 | 1,492 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 2,079 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 | 718 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 | 568 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 | 1,724 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 1,737 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 1,755 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 1,830 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 2,425 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai Jasmine Takeaway | 152 Union Street | 227 yd | |
| Thirty One | 31 Stonehouse Street | 241 yd | |
| Union Place Cafe | 1 Union Place | 267 yd | |
| The Oasis Cafe | 28 Manor Street | 330 yd | |
| Cawfee | Ground Floor Cafe, 104 Union Street | 347 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Office | 39 High Street | 121 yd | |
| The Royal | 99 Edgcumbe Street | 236 yd | |
| The Lord High Admiral | 33 Stonehouse Street | 241 yd | |
| The Clarence | 31 Clarence Place | 298 yd | |
| Devonport Services RFC | Rectory Ground, Second Avenue | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aryana's Kitchen | 99 King Street | 434 yd | |
| Dillans Kebab | 83 Union Street | 480 yd | |
| Wing City | 115 Union Street | 480 yd | |
| Kings | 26 Molesworth Road | 601 yd | |
| KFC | 77 Union Street | 602 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH | 299 Union Street | 67 yd | |
| Aldi | 141 Union Street | 335 yd | |
| International Supermarket (SW) Ltd | 44 Union Street | 609 yd | |
| Delta | 30a Western Approach | 821 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 89 Wilton Street | 824 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stonehouse Community Gym (Closed) Unit 37 Unit 37 Union Street | health and fitness suite | 134 yd |
| Plymouth College Preparatory School CRAIGIE DRIVE | grass pitches | 291 yd |
| Bodylines Gym 12C 12C SAWREY STREET | health and fitness suite | 443 yd |
| Plymouth School Of Creative Arts MILLBAY ROAD | 458 yd | |
| Stonehouse Creek STONEHOUSE RECREATION GROUND | grass pitches | 497 yd |
| Devonport High School For Boys PARADISE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Stonehouse Barracks STONEHOUSE BARRACKS STONEHOUSE BARRACKS DURNFORD STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 538 yd |
| Devonport Services Rugby Football Club THE RECTORY | grass pitches | 569 yd |
| Victoria Park Eldad Hill | grass pitches | 619 yd |
| Plymouth Pavilions Ice Rink MILLBAY ROAD | ice rinks, swimming pool | 703 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 154.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 192.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 27.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.