Stuart Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL1 5LQ is located in the Stoke 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 Stuart Road, Plymouth, PL1 5LQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL1 5LL, PL3 4EP, PL1 5LG, PL1 5LU, PL3 4EW, PL3 4ET, PL1 5LY, PL1 5LJ, PL1 5LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL1 5LQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.9% | 51.4% | -2.5% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 46.1% | 48.6% | 2.5% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 5LQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.6% 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 | 48.3% | 45.6% | -2.7% | 37.9% | 7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.6% | 34.1% | 3.5% | 44.2% | -10.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 4% | -1.6% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 10.6% | -0.2% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 4.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
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 | 48.9% | 47.8% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -0.6% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 33.7% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 10% | 12.7% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.6% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
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 46%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.5% | 11.9% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 8.8% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 13.3% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 14.2% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 46% | 11.9% | 33.8% | 12.2% |
| Other | 8.6% | 3.1% | -5.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 92.5% | 93.5% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 87.1% 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% | 87.1% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 5% | 5.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.9% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Oceania | 2.5% | 0% | -2.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.5% | 88% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 6.2% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 3.3% | 1.2% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62% | 37.2% | 24.8% |
| Christian | 27.9% | 46.2% | -18.3% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Other religion | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stuart Road was 123.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.5% lower than the St Peter and the Waterfront average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stuart Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 45 local areas in St Peter and the Waterfront and the 233rd highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 3 215 Stuart Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2025-02-28 | £146,176 |
| Flat 2 211 Stuart Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2024-12-20 | £56,886 |
| 173 Stuart Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2024-03-13 | £90,223 |
| 173 Stuart Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-12-01 | £92,322 |
| 195 Stuart Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2023-08-31 | £396,385 |
PL1 5LQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in PL1 5LQ 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 | 91 |
| Retired | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,194 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuart Road Primary School Palmerston Street , Stoke PL1 5LL | 3out of 4 | 193 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Primary School Collingwood Road , Stoke PL1 5PA | 3out of 4 | 651 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cathedral School of St Mary Cecil Street , Stonehouse PL1 5HW | 3out of 4 | 814 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High Street Primary Academy High Street , Stonehouse PL1 3SJ | 3out of 4 | 934 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pilgrim Primary Academy Oxford Street , PL1 5BQ | 4out of 4 | 1,008 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 368 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 372 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 600 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| UTC Plymouth Park Avenue , PL1 4RL | 1out of 4 | 1,387 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 1,673 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 | 940 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 | 1,242 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 | 1,377 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 1,548 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 1,685 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,754 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 1,950 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 Park Pavillion Cafe | Victoria Lodge, Victoria Park, Victoria Avenue | 206 yd | |
| Amigos Coffee | 24 Molesworth Road | 377 yd | |
| Cafe Indiya | 18 Church Street | 741 yd | |
| The Stoke Cafe | 55 Devonport Road | 814 yd | |
| Food Court (Inhouse catering department) | Kings Road | 856 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Millbridge Inn | 23 Molesworth Road | 376 yd | |
| No 10 Social Club | 197 North Road West | 582 yd | |
| The Melbourne | 224 Cecil Street | 588 yd | |
| Stuart Social Club | 21 Stuart Road | 651 yd | |
| St Aubyn Masonic Club | 33 Devonport Road | 780 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings | 26 Molesworth Road | 376 yd | |
| The Codmothers | 9 Devonport Road | 780 yd | |
| Aryana's Kitchen | 99 King Street | 800 yd | |
| Kings Fry | 2 Cecil Street | 825 yd | |
| The Chip Stop | 31 Waterloo Street | 833 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 89 Wilton Street | 125 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 36-40 Devonport Road | 805 yd | |
| Grace Connections Mini Market | 11 Frankfort Gate | 974 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | 299 Union Street | 977 yd | |
| Delta | 30a Western Approach | 1,018 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria Park Eldad Hill | grass pitches | 345 yd |
| Stoke Damerel Community College SOMERSET PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 465 yd |
| Devonport High School For Boys PARADISE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 609 yd |
| Stoke Damerel Primary Academy COLLINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Plymouth College Preparatory School CRAIGIE DRIVE | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| York House Health Club (Closed) Stoke Damerel Business Centre Stoke Damerel Business Centre Church Street | health and fitness suite | 758 yd |
| Devonport Services Rugby Football Club THE RECTORY | grass pitches | 858 yd |
| Central Park Playing Fields Inverdene | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Central Park Leisure Pools (Closed) Outland Road | swimming pool | 948 yd |
| City College Plymouth (Kings Road Centre) KINGS ROAD | 973 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 | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 133.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.