Durnford Street is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL1 3QP 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 Durnford Street, Plymouth, PL1 3QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 3RB, PL1 3QH, PL1 3RU, PL1 3RD, PL1 3RQ, PL1 3RH, PL1 3QW, PL1 3RN, PL1 3RX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL1 3QP is primarily male, with 56.1% 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 | 47.1% | 43.9% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -7.1% |
| Male | 52.9% | 56.1% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 7.1% |
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 3QP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 63.8% 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 | 55.4% | 63.8% | 8.4% | 37.9% | 25.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.8% | 17.1% | -9.7% | 44.2% | -27.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 12.5% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
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 | 40.3% | 42.8% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 38.7% | 0.0% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 11% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 6.4% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 14.3% | 10.5% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.5% | 9.2% | 2.7% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 15.1% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 18.4% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.3% | 42.8% | 6.5% | 33.8% | 9.0% |
| Other | 13.1% | 0.7% | -12.4% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 88.5% | 96% | 7.5% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Arab | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
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 | 73.3% | 87.9% | 14.6% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| European Union | 14.7% | 8.7% | -6.0% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
| Africa | 1.6% | 0.6% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.9% | 0.6% | -8.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 73.3% | 87.9% | 14.6% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 6.9% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.4% | 1.7% | -6.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 11% | 2.3% | -8.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 1.2% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.2% | 76.7% | -7.5% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 22.7% | 13.5% | 9.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.3% | 37.2% | 17.1% |
| Christian | 38.2% | 46.2% | -8.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Durnford Street was 24.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 93.4% lower than the St Peter and the Waterfront average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Durnford Street has the lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in St Peter and the Waterfront and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 99A Durnford Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2025-08-08 | £84,153 |
| 116A Durnford Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2025-06-30 | £110,780 |
| 100 Durnford Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2024-08-16 | £170,240 |
| 144 Durnford Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2024-07-26 | £135,176 |
| 116C Durnford Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2024-04-26 | £214,532 |
PL1 3QP area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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 3QP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 58 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 3,775 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's CofE Primary Academy Admiralty Street , Stonehouse PL1 3RX | 3out of 4 | 249 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Street Primary Academy High Street , Stonehouse PL1 3SJ | 3out of 4 | 786 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Cof E VA Primary School Citadel Road , PL1 3AY | 4out of 4 | 1,129 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Rendle Street , PL1 1TP | - not rated | 1,195 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Wise Community Primary School James Street , Devonport PL1 4LA | 3out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,167 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| UTC Plymouth Park Avenue , PL1 4RL | 1out of 4 | 1,881 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 2,048 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 2,053 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 2,696 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 | 1,190 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 | 878 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 | 2,168 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 2,229 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,280 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 2,344 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 3,138 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hutong Cafe | Butchers Arms, 160 Cremyll Street | 51 yd | |
| The Fig Tree @36 | Restaurant, 36 Admiralty Street | 84 yd | |
| The Hook and Line | Unit A & B Slaughterhouse Unit, Royal William Yard | 107 yd | |
| Artillery Tower Restaurant | Durnford Street | 164 yd | |
| The Buffet | Brittany Ferries Terminal, Millbay Docks | 228 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victualling Office Tavern | The Victualling Office Tavern, 10 Cremyll Street | 51 yd | |
| The Artillery Arms | 6 Pound Street | 118 yd | |
| The Lord High Admiral | 33 Stonehouse Street | 552 yd | |
| The Royal | 99 Edgcumbe Street | 680 yd | |
| The Office | 39 High Street | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hoe Fryers | 7 Radford Road | 926 yd | |
| Dillans Kebab | 83 Union Street | 977 yd | |
| Wing City | 115 Union Street | 977 yd | |
| KFC | 77 Union Street | 1,066 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH | 299 Union Street | 758 yd | |
| Aldi | 141 Union Street | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stonehouse Barracks STONEHOUSE BARRACKS STONEHOUSE BARRACKS DURNFORD STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 267 yd |
| Stonehouse Community Gym (Closed) Unit 37 Unit 37 Union Street | health and fitness suite | 695 yd |
| Mount Wise DISCOVERY ROAD | grass pitches | 805 yd |
| Plymouth School Of Creative Arts MILLBAY ROAD | 854 yd | |
| Bodylines Gym 12C 12C SAWREY STREET | health and fitness suite | 900 yd |
| Stonehouse Creek STONEHOUSE RECREATION GROUND | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Mount Wise Swimming Pools GARRISON CLOSE | swimming pool | 936 yd |
| Millbay Park TERRITORIAL ARMY CENTRE TERRITORIAL ARMY CENTRE PROSPECT PLACE | grass pitches | 976 yd |
| Brickfields Recreation Ground DAMEREL CLOSE | grass pitches | 997 yd |
| Plymouth College Preparatory School CRAIGIE DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,057 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 | 83.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 10.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 10.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 10.7% |
| 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 | 16.1% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 16.1% |
| Median download speed | 59.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.