PL16 0HH is in Kelly, Lifton and West Devon district. PL16 0HH is located in the Tamarside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torridge and West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kelly, Lifton, PL16 0HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL16 0HH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.8% | 51.7% | 3.9% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 52.2% | 48.3% | -3.9% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PL16 0HH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 23% | 34.1% | 11.1% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61% | 52.4% | -8.6% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.6% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8% | 5.6% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 5% | 6.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 61.6% | 49% | -12.6% | 48.4% | 0.6% |
| Good health | 27.5% | 33.1% | 5.6% | 33.6% | -0.5% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 15.2% | 8.0% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14% | 12.6% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 6.3% | -9.7% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20% | 18.9% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1% | 5.5% | 4.5% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15% | 15.7% | 0.7% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31% | 40.9% | 9.9% | 33.8% | 7.1% |
| Other | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| White | 99.3% | 96.6% | -2.7% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
In this area, 95.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.4% | 95.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95.2% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 2.7% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.5% | 76.7% | -2.2% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.2% | 37.2% | 8.0% |
| Christian | 44.5% | 46.2% | -1.7% |
| Buddhist | 2.1% | 0.5% | 1.6% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around PL16 0HH was 5.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.0% lower than the Bere Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
PL16 0HH has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bere Ferrers and the 6th lowest crime rate of 177 local areas in West Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Mill, Lifton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £973,000 | 2023-08-25 | £993,083 |
| West View, Lifton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2021-03-05 | £539,771 |
| The Firs, Lifton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2021-02-26 | £552,027 |
| Garden Cottage, Lifton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2020-11-09 | £865,519 |
| Tremonde, Lifton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2016-12-16 | £823,051 |
PL16 0HH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 27% 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.
PL16 0HH 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.
The percentage of student residents living in PL16 0HH area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Retired | 24 |
| Full-Time Employee | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Abbot School Milton Abbot , PL19 0PS | 2out of 4 | 3,276 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lifton Community Primary School North Road , PL16 0EH | 3out of 4 | 4,104 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 10.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 4.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 4.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 5.51 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 5.51 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 0.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 0.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.09 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.