Albert Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL2 1AF 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 Albert Road, Plymouth, PL2 1AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL2 1AN, PL2 1AZ, PL2 1AB, PL2 1BA, PL2 1BU, PL2 1BX, PL2 1AT, PL2 1BT, PL1 4PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL2 1AF is primarily male, with 56.1% of the population 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 | 42.4% | 43.9% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -7.1% |
| Male | 57.6% | 56.1% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 7.1% |
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 PL2 1AF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 58.8% 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 | 52.7% | 58.8% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 20.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 22% | 21.2% | -0.8% | 44.2% | -23.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 7% | 4.7% | -2.3% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 12.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 2.2% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
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 | 37.2% | 50.3% | 13.1% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 39.5% | 31% | -8.5% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 11.3% | -4.2% | 12.7% | -1.4% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 6.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 23.4% | 16.2% | -7.2% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 11.1% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.6% | 15.5% | -6.1% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.9% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 19.6% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.3% | 30.3% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -3.5% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.5% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
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 | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.8% | 92.9% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 83.9% 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 | 83.8% | 83.9% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| European Union | 11.3% | 13.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 7.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.2% | 84.2% | 3.0% | 83.2% | 1.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 8.1% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.1% | 1.9% | -5.2% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 3.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.8% | 0.6% | -7.2% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.9% | 76.7% | -13.8% |
| Ireland | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 6.5% | 1.5% | 5.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.1% | 37.2% | 18.9% |
| Christian | 30% | 46.2% | -16.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Albert Road was 611.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 296.3% higher than the Devonport average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Albert Road has the 2nd highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Devonport and the 17th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 203.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% 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 2 78 Albert Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2025-09-02 | £100,000 |
| 86 Albert Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-01-17 | £155,544 |
| Flat 1 78 Albert Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2024-04-19 | £91,942 |
| 92 Albert Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-10-26 | £277,654 |
| 94 Albert Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-05-26 | £171,040 |
PL2 1AF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 21% 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.
The percentage of student residents living in PL2 1AF 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 | 93 |
| Self-Employed | 34 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 23 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Unemployed | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 1,959 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 | 436 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College Road Primary School College Road , Keyham PL2 1NS | 3out of 4 | 559 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Primary School Collingwood Road , Stoke PL1 5PA | 3out of 4 | 628 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ford Primary School Cambridge Road , Ford PL2 1PU | 3out of 4 | 921 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chapel Street , Devonport PL1 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 946 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 373 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 1,030 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 1,030 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 1,064 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,229 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 | 811 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 | 2,010 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 | 2,511 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,680 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 2,758 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 2,805 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 3,034 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 | 347 yd | |
| Pop In Chicken | 182 Albert Road | 367 yd | |
| The Big Breakfast | 184 Albert Road | 367 yd | |
| UTC (University Technical College) | University Commercail Services Plymouth, Park Avenue | 399 yd | |
| The Stoke Cafe | 55 Devonport Road | 408 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lounge Public House | 7 Stopford Place | 342 yd | |
| Indian Inn | 82 Devonport Road | 355 yd | |
| Stoke Bar | 72-74 Devonport Road | 360 yd | |
| The Masonic Inn | 65 Devonport Road | 412 yd | |
| Stoke Inn | 43 Devonport Road | 464 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benbows Chippy | 5 Benbow Street | 105 yd | |
| Albert Road Kebab and Pizza House | 138 Albert Road | 235 yd | |
| Stoke Grill | 62 Devonport Road | 355 yd | |
| Pasley Takeaway | 58 Pasley Street | 359 yd | |
| Roast 2 U | 72-74 Devonport Road | 360 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 152-158 Albert Road | 235 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 36-40 Devonport Road | 503 yd | |
| Spar - Wessex Retail | 25 St Georges Terrace | 561 yd | |
| Iceland | 9-11 Marlborough Street | 894 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food Supermarket | Wolseley Close | 1,083 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parkside Community College (Closed) Park Avenue | 399 yd | |
| York House Health Club (Closed) Stoke Damerel Business Centre Stoke Damerel Business Centre Church Street | health and fitness suite | 426 yd |
| Wyvern Centre Sports Field HERBERT PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 489 yd |
| Stoke Damerel Primary Academy COLLINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Devonport Park Park Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 637 yd |
| City College Plymouth (Kings Road Centre) KINGS ROAD | 709 yd | |
| Keyham Sports Ground SALTASH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 913 yd |
| Devonport Services Rugby Football Club THE RECTORY | grass pitches | 926 yd |
| Stoke Damerel Community College SOMERSET PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 960 yd |
| Devonport High School For Boys PARADISE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 968 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 | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.7% |
| 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 | 166.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.