Devonport Hill is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL1 4LY 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 Devonport Hill, Plymouth, PL1 4LY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 4LL, PL1 3QJ, PL1 3QZ, PL1 3SH, PL1 4GU, PL1 5QB, PL1 4LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL1 4LY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.5% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 56.5% | 4.0% | 51.0% | 5.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 43.5% | -4.0% | 49.0% | -5.5% |
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 4LY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 52.9% 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 | 49.3% | 52.9% | 3.6% | 37.9% | 15.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.5% | 25.1% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -19.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 4% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 15.9% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 2.2% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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% | 47.9% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 28.8% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 14.7% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 6.7% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 29.9% | 25.1% | -4.8% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 14.3% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.9% | 9.9% | -13.0% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 8.1% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 13.5% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.4% | 27.4% | 17.0% | 33.8% | -6.4% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.8% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 4.2% | 3.2% | 2.5% | 1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 91.9% | 86.5% | -5.4% | 81.4% | 5.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Other | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 83.7% 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 | 91.2% | 83.7% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 7.7% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.9% | 3.8% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 83.7% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 8.9% | 7.7% | 9.8% | -0.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 5.1% | 2.2% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.4% | 76.7% | -16.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 30% | 13.5% | 16.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.5% | 37.2% | 12.3% |
| Christian | 36.4% | 46.2% | -9.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Devonport Hill was 483.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 197.8% higher than the Devonport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Devonport Hill has the 5th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Devonport and the 27th highest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 185.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -42.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Devonport Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-12-18 | £98,506 |
| 23 Devonport Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2008-04-17 | £97,559 |
| 11 Devonport Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2007-01-31 | £75,400 |
| 3 Devonport Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2005-03-18 | £103,164 |
| 23 Devonport Hill, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £20,930 | 2004-02-23 | £36,188 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Other | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 3,167 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 | 460 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| High Street Primary School High Street , Stonehouse PL1 3SJ | - not rated | 460 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chapel Street , Devonport PL1 4DJ | - not rated | 709 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chapel Street , Devonport PL1 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 709 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Wise Community Primary School James Street , Devonport PL1 4LA | - not rated | 865 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamar High School Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QW | - not rated | 447 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | - not rated | 667 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 3out of 4 | 667 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Secondary School Wyndham Square , PL1 5EG | - not rated | 990 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbay Academy 22 Millbay Road , PL1 3EG | 3out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Free schools | 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 | 541 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 | 1,017 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Dunstan's Abbey School Craigie Drive , The Millfields PL1 3JL | - not rated | 841 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Chapel Bridge School 99 Craigie Drive , PL1 3JL | - not rated | 841 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolsdon Street School 39 Wolsdon Street , PL1 5EH | - not rated | 1,190 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont House School Plymouth Youth Hostel , Belmont House PL3 4DW | - not rated | 1,258 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 2,247 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Yachts Staff Canteen 2 | 2 Newport Street | 257 yd | |
| Aramark @ Princess Yachts Newport St | 2 Newport Street | 257 yd | |
| Devils Point Kiosk | Devils Point Cafe, Durnford Street | 466 yd | |
| Thirty One | 31 Stonehouse Street | 489 yd | |
| Plymouth Albion RFC | 25 Damerel Close | 504 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devonport Services RFC | Rectory Ground, Second Avenue | 356 yd | |
| The Royal | 99 Edgcumbe Street | 369 yd | |
| Half Moon | 59 Pembroke Street | 469 yd | |
| The Lord High Admiral | 33 Stonehouse Street | 489 yd | |
| Shakespeare Hotel | 3 Theatre Ope | 512 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mystic Pizza | 2 George Street | 584 yd | |
| Jaws | 10 Cumberland Street | 639 yd | |
| The Chip Stop | 31 Waterloo Street | 760 yd | |
| Kings | 26 Molesworth Road | 884 yd | |
| Aryana's Kitchen | 99 King Street | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | Old Chapel, Duke Street | 584 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | 299 Union Street | 645 yd | |
| Aldi | 141 Union Street | 917 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stonehouse Creek STONEHOUSE RECREATION GROUND | grass pitches | 236 yd |
| Brickfields Recreation Ground DAMEREL CLOSE | grass pitches | 283 yd |
| Mount Wise DISCOVERY ROAD | grass pitches | 288 yd |
| Plymouth Albion Rfc MADDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 392 yd |
| Brickfields Sports Centre MADDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 426 yd |
| Devonport Services Rugby Football Club THE RECTORY | grass pitches | 434 yd |
| Stonehouse Barracks STONEHOUSE BARRACKS STONEHOUSE BARRACKS DURNFORD STREET | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 537 yd |
| City College Plymouth (Kings Road Centre) KINGS ROAD | 545 yd | |
| Body Ace Health Studio (Closed) Cumberland Street | health and fitness suite | 632 yd |
| Devonport High School For Boys PARADISE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 650 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 161.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.