Beatrice Avenue is in Keyham, Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL2 1NU 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 Beatrice Avenue, Keyham, Plymouth, PL2 1NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL2 1NW, PL2 1NY, PL2 1NF, PL2 1NR, PL2 1NG, PL2 1NA, PL2 1NE, PL2 1PA, PL2 1NQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL2 1NU has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 46% | 48.6% | 2.6% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 54% | 51.4% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 PL2 1NU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.9% 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 | 41.5% | 43.9% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 6.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42% | 37.6% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -6.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 9% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6.3% | 0.9% | 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 | 48.8% | 48.4% | -0.4% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 34.3% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 9.4% | 12% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.9% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.8% | 16.9% | -5.9% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 14.2% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.2% | 19.6% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.5% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 24.2% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 7.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 17.4% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 2.0% |
| White | 96.5% | 94% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 95.1% | 91.9% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 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 | 94.8% | 91.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 1.9% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.7% | 76.7% | -12.0% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.5% | 13.5% | 19.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.3% | 37.2% | 21.1% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beatrice Avenue was 29.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.9% lower than the Devonport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Beatrice Avenue has the 6th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Devonport and the 183rd lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Beatrice Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-06-02 | £181,222 |
| 41 Beatrice Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-05-23 | £197,473 |
| 23 Beatrice Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-05-23 | £182,283 |
| 25 Beatrice Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2025-04-23 | £170,965 |
| 29 Beatrice Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-12-18 | £179,496 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| 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 | 1,457 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College Road Primary School College Road , Keyham PL2 1NS | 3out of 4 | 284 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drake Primary Academy 1 Johnston Terrace Ope , Keyham PL2 2EN | 3out of 4 | 393 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School Renown Street , Keyham PL2 2DE | 3out of 4 | 529 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Morice Town Primary Academy Charlotte Street , Devonport PL2 1RJ | 3out of 4 | 590 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ford Primary School Cambridge Road , Ford PL2 1PU | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 994 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 1,515 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 1,859 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,160 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 | 1,636 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 | 2,806 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus Foulston Avenue , PL5 1HL | - not rated | 2,454 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 3out of 4 | 2,642 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 3,068 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 3,094 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 3,283 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympus | Cambridge Road | 615 yd | |
| Pop In Chicken | 182 Albert Road | 780 yd | |
| The Big Breakfast | 184 Albert Road | 780 yd | |
| The Hatch Cafe | 178 Albert Road | 781 yd | |
| DJ's Cafe | 246 Albert Road | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keyham Barton Conservative Clu | 42-44 Station Road | 141 yd | |
| St Levan Inn | 251 St Levan Road | 328 yd | |
| The Ford Inn | Ford Hotel, 155 Alexandra Road | 329 yd | |
| Avondale Arms | 206 Keyham Road | 387 yd | |
| Queens Dock | Queens Dock, 57 Charlotte Street | 412 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal China | 260 St Levan Road | 165 yd | |
| Tasty Bites | 4 Saltash Road | 363 yd | |
| Golden China | 204 Keyham Road | 387 yd | |
| Pasley Takeaway | 58 Pasley Street | 488 yd | |
| Chen’s Chinese Fish & Chips | 160 St Levan Road | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar - Wessex Retail | 25 St Georges Terrace | 670 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 152-158 Albert Road | 778 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | Henderson Place | 779 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food Supermarket | Wolseley Close | 796 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 36-40 Devonport Road | 962 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Keyham Sports Ground SALTASH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 317 yd |
| City College Plymouth (Goschen Centre) (Closed) Goschen Centre Goschen Centre Saltash Road | 324 yd | |
| Wyvern Centre Sports Field HERBERT PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 515 yd |
| North Down Playing Field North Down Crescent | grass pitches | 657 yd |
| Parkside Community College (Closed) Park Avenue | 916 yd | |
| Wyvern Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 954 yd |
| York House Health Club (Closed) Stoke Damerel Business Centre Stoke Damerel Business Centre Church Street | health and fitness suite | 1,026 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.