Molyneaux Place is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL1 4RE 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 Molyneaux Place, Plymouth, PL1 4RE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 4RF, PL1 4RG, PL1 4RD, PL2 1AQ, PL1 4PU, PL2 1BB, PL2 1BA, PL2 1DN, PL2 1BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL1 4RE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 49.2% | 49.5% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 50.8% | 50.5% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 4RE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 60.7% 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 | 49.8% | 60.7% | 10.9% | 37.9% | 22.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.4% | 20.5% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -23.7% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 3.5% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 18% | 14% | -4.0% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
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 | 41.3% | 46.2% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 25.1% | -11.1% | 33.6% | -8.5% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 16.5% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 10.8% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 6.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 21.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.7% | 26.1% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 11.3% | -5.8% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 20.4% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.4% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 12.2% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.6% | 21.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -12.5% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 1.4% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 92.9% | 92.9% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 88.8% 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 | 88.2% | 88.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 6.7% | 4% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Africa | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 4.7% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.8% | 88.5% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 5% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.1% | 1.8% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 3.6% | -1.9% | 1.9% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.4% | 76.7% | -18.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 34.1% | 13.5% | 20.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 66.7% | 37.2% | 29.5% |
| Christian | 28.7% | 46.2% | -17.5% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Molyneaux Place was 141.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.1% lower than the Devonport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Molyneaux Place has the 26th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Devonport and the 187th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 131.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Molyneaux Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2022-12-05 | £192,375 |
| 1 Molyneaux Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £149,995 | 2021-11-19 | £172,611 |
| 1 Molyneaux Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2017-08-01 | £151,232 |
| 2 Molyneaux Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2015-08-26 | £186,840 |
| 5 Molyneaux Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £118,950 | 2014-12-12 | £180,776 |
PL1 4RE area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 9% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
The percentage of student residents living in PL1 4RE area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 25 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Unemployed | 21 |
| Other | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,096 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morice Town Primary Academy Charlotte Street , Devonport PL2 1RJ | 3out of 4 | 347 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College Road Primary School College Road , Keyham PL2 1NS | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Primary School Collingwood Road , Stoke PL1 5PA | 3out of 4 | 715 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chapel Street , Devonport PL1 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 831 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough Primary Academy Morice Square , Devonport PL1 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 866 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 196 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 1,204 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,411 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 813 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 | 2,065 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 | 2,658 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,815 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 2,931 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 2,934 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 3,144 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hatch Cafe | 178 Albert Road | 190 yd | |
| Pop In Chicken | 182 Albert Road | 210 yd | |
| The Big Breakfast | 184 Albert Road | 210 yd | |
| UTC (University Technical College) | University Commercail Services Plymouth, Park Avenue | 214 yd | |
| DJ's Cafe | 246 Albert Road | 396 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lounge Public House | 7 Stopford Place | 348 yd | |
| Keyham Vaults | 222 Albert Road | 396 yd | |
| The Herbert | 1 Herbert Street | 502 yd | |
| Indian Inn | 82 Devonport Road | 539 yd | |
| Stoke Bar | 72-74 Devonport Road | 545 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Road Kebab and Pizza House | 138 Albert Road | 96 yd | |
| Benbows Chippy | 5 Benbow Street | 204 yd | |
| Crispy Duck | 174 Albert Road | 210 yd | |
| Gurkhas Kitchen | 236 Albert Road | 396 yd | |
| Indus Indian Takeaway | 248 Albert Road | 396 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 152-158 Albert Road | 96 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 36-40 Devonport Road | 689 yd | |
| Iceland | 9-11 Marlborough Street | 717 yd | |
| Spar - Wessex Retail | 25 St Georges Terrace | 725 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | Old Chapel, Duke Street | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkside Community College (Closed) Park Avenue | 214 yd | |
| Wyvern Centre Sports Field HERBERT PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 419 yd |
| Devonport Park Park Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 453 yd |
| York House Health Club (Closed) Stoke Damerel Business Centre Stoke Damerel Business Centre Church Street | health and fitness suite | 605 yd |
| Stoke Damerel Primary Academy COLLINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| City College Plymouth (Kings Road Centre) KINGS ROAD | 701 yd | |
| Keyham Sports Ground SALTASH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 878 yd |
| Plymouth Albion Rfc MADDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Brickfields Sports Centre MADDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 930 yd |
| Devonport Services Rugby Football Club THE RECTORY | grass pitches | 946 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 | 87.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 94.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.