Monument Street is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL1 4EG is located in the Devonport 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 Monument Street, Plymouth, PL1 4EG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 4GA, PL1 4EB, PL1 4GE, PL1 4EW, PL1 4EA, PL1 4DX, PL1 4GB, PL1 4RZ, PL1 4HD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL1 4EG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents 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 | 52.3% | 49.2% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 50.8% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 4EG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.8% 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% | 45.8% | -8.2% | 37.9% | 7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.1% | 42.1% | 17.0% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.1% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 14% | 8.4% | -5.6% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 52% | 54.6% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 26.7% | 30.9% | 4.2% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 13.5% | 9.6% | -3.9% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.8% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 4EG this area, 6.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.6% | 6.7% | -15.9% | 18.2% | -11.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 5.2% | -17.4% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 11.3% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 6.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 19.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.2% | 47.4% | 34.2% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 6% | 3.1% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.5% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 2.5% | 0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 93.1% | 89.5% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 8.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 75.9% 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 | 88.9% | 75.9% | -13.0% | 83.2% | -7.3% |
| European Union | 6.9% | 17.3% | 10.4% | 6.1% | 11.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.6% | 76.2% | -12.4% | 83.2% | -7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12.5% | 12.5% | 9.8% | 2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.5% | 8.1% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 5.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.2% | 1.2% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 2% | -0.7% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.1% | 76.7% | -7.6% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 12.9% | 1.3% | 11.6% |
| Romania | 3.2% | 0.9% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 47.6% | 46.2% | 1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Monument Street was 69.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.7% lower than the Devonport average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Monument Street has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Devonport and the 409th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Monument Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £27,500 | 2002-11-06 | £57,913 |
| 49 Monument Street, Plymouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £11,250 | 1998-02-05 | £48,832 |
PL1 4EG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Retired | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| 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 | 3,160 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chapel Street , Devonport PL1 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 268 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Wise Community Primary School James Street , Devonport PL1 4LA | 3out of 4 | 295 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough Primary Academy Morice Square , Devonport PL1 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 485 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Primary School Collingwood Road , Stoke PL1 5PA | 3out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Street Primary Academy High Street , Stonehouse PL1 3SJ | 3out of 4 | 1,190 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UTC Plymouth Park Avenue , PL1 4RL | 1out of 4 | 900 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 1,207 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 1,877 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 1,879 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torpoint Community College Trevol Road , PL11 2NH | 3out of 4 | 2,436 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 790 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 | 1,785 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 | 2,925 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,982 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 3,019 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 3,100 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 3,474 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 Hedgerow Hound | Devonport Guildhall, Ker Street | 135 yd | |
| Aramark @ Princess Yachts Southyard | Princess Yachts, Southyard | 229 yd | |
| Devonport Live Cafe | 56 George Street | 249 yd | |
| Plymouth Albion RFC | 25 Damerel Close | 271 yd | |
| Babcock Henley South | Henley, South Yard, Devonport Dockyard, Saltash Road | 295 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ker Street Social Club | 122-124 Ker Street | 88 yd | |
| Shakespeare Hotel | 3 Theatre Ope | 164 yd | |
| The King Billy Inn | 6 Duncan Street | 179 yd | |
| Queen and Constitution | 197 Duke Street | 233 yd | |
| Half Moon | 59 Pembroke Street | 239 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaws | 10 Cumberland Street | 60 yd | |
| Mystic Pizza | 2 George Street | 97 yd | |
| Rocky's Fish and Chips | 76 Granby Way | 483 yd | |
| Royal Chef | 45 Marlborough Street | 505 yd | |
| Pizza Kebab House | 7 Marlborough Street | 579 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Old Chapel, Duke Street | 97 yd | |
| Iceland | 9-11 Marlborough Street | 579 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Body Ace Health Studio (Closed) Cumberland Street | health and fitness suite | 67 yd |
| Brickfields Sports Centre MADDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 320 yd |
| Plymouth Albion Rfc MADDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 400 yd |
| Brickfields Recreation Ground DAMEREL CLOSE | grass pitches | 424 yd |
| Mount Wise DISCOVERY ROAD | grass pitches | 461 yd |
| Mount Wise Swimming Pools GARRISON CLOSE | swimming pool | 516 yd |
| City College Plymouth (Kings Road Centre) KINGS ROAD | 767 yd | |
| Devonport Park Park Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 787 yd |
| Stonehouse Creek STONEHOUSE RECREATION GROUND | grass pitches | 810 yd |
| Devonport Services Rugby Football Club THE RECTORY | grass pitches | 895 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.