Oak Ridge is in Lifton and in West Devon district. PL16 0LD is located in the Tamarside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torridge and West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 2003-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oak Ridge, Lifton, PL16 0LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL16 0LB, PL16 0LA, PL16 0BU, PL16 0BT, PL16 0DZ, PL16 0BS, PL16 0BW, PL16 0DX, PL16 0DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL16 0LD has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 48.8% | 49% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 51.2% | 51% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 0LD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.9% 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 | 20.9% | 24.5% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.8% | 56.9% | -0.9% | 44.2% | 12.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 0.8% | -2.7% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 11.2% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 6.1% | -3.5% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 51% | 44.4% | -6.6% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 31% | 39.6% | 8.6% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 11.2% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 4.6% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.6% | 17.3% | -3.3% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 9.8% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 15.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 7.2% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 17.6% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 30.1% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -3.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.3% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 96.7% | 97% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.5% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 58.1% | 46.2% | 11.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Ridge was 23.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.6% lower than the Bere Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Ridge has the 21st lowest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bere Ferrers and the 65th lowest crime rate of 177 local areas in West Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garage 2 Lyd Vale Oak Ridge, Lifton, Devon Other, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-02-01 | £242,100 |
| 14 Oak Ridge, Lifton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2023-10-20 | £288,265 |
| 15 Oak Ridge, Lifton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-09-18 | £394,122 |
| 2 Oak Ridge, Lifton, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2020-07-08 | £234,617 |
| 11 Oak Ridge, Lifton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £268,000 | 2019-09-25 | £329,667 |
PL16 0LD area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 0LD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 retired residents living in PL16 0LD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Education | 31 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lifton Community Primary School North Road , PL16 0EH | 3out of 4 | 555 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Launceston Primary School Long Field Road , PL15 9FW | - not rated | 5,326 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Arundell Arms Hotel | Fore Street, Lifton | 123 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lifton Qeii Recreation Ground Leat Road | grass pitches | 724 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 | 53.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.