Parkwood Road is in Tavistock and in West Devon district. PL19 0JS is located in the Tavistock North 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 Parkwood Road, Tavistock, PL19 0JS 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 PL19 0JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47% | 50.3% | 3.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 53% | 49.7% | -3.3% | 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 PL19 0JS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.2% 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 | 24.7% | 28.1% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.1% | 58.2% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 14.0% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 4.9% | -0.8% | 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 | 39.7% | 46.8% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 43.3% | 34.2% | -9.1% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 14.2% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4.3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 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 | 21.5% | 11.9% | -9.6% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 8.1% | -3.6% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 11.7% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 7.4% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 21.5% | 8.2% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 37.2% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.1% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.2% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
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 | 96.6% | 97% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 97% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 47.9% | 46.2% | 1.7% |
| Hindu | 0.2% | 1.7% | -1.5% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parkwood Road was 34.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 40.6% lower than the Tavistock North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parkwood Road has the 18th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Tavistock North and the 83rd highest crime rate of 177 local areas in West Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 123.5%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tavy Cottage Parkwood Road, Tavistock, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2007-10-05 | £741,750 |
| Long Acre Parkwood Road, Tavistock, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2001-04-09 | £534,769 |
| Tavy Cottage Parkwood Road, Tavistock, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 1998-11-20 | £968,396 |
PL19 0JS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
PL19 0JS 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 PL19 0JS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 155 |
| Full-Time Employee | 135 |
| Part-Time Employee | 69 |
| Self-Employed | 57 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Rumon's Church of England (VC) Infants School Dolvin Road , PL19 9EA | 4out of 4 | 1,778 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England (VA) Junior School School Close , Greenlands Estate PL19 9HW | 2out of 4 | 1,778 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tavistock Primary & Nursery School Plymouth Road , PL19 8BX | 2out of 4 | 2,899 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitchurch Community Primary School School Road , Whitchurch PL19 9SR | 3out of 4 | 3,292 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Tavy and Brentor Community Primary School Mary Tavy , PL19 9PR | 4out of 4 | 3,856 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tavistock College Crowndale Road , PL19 8DD | 3out of 4 | 3,224 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Kelly Parkwood Road , PL19 0HZ | - not rated | 956 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor View School Kilworthy Road , Tavistock PL19 0JN | - not rated | 1,699 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Kelly College (Mount Tavy Road) MOUNT TAVY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, squash courts, swimming pool | 913 yd |
| Mount Kelly College (Parkwood Road) Parkwood Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 942 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.