Clarence Place is in Morice Town, Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL2 1SF 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 Clarence Place, Morice Town, Plymouth, PL2 1SF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL2 1QX, PL2 1RH, PL2 1SE, PL2 1AW, PL2 1SG, PL2 1BE, PL2 1RN, PL2 1QZ, PL2 1RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL2 1SF is primarily male, with 59.7% 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 | 43% | 40.3% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -10.7% |
| Male | 57% | 59.7% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 10.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PL2 1SF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.4% 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 | 49.3% | 51.4% | 2.1% | 37.9% | 13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.6% | 20.5% | -8.1% | 44.2% | -23.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 5.9% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 20% | 4.5% | 9.1% | 10.9% |
| Widowed | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 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 | 35.1% | 39.2% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -9.2% |
| Good health | 43.4% | 33.5% | -9.9% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 19.8% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 7.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 6.6% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.5% | 20.4% | 4.9% | 18.2% | 2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 12.2% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 17.1% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 7.2% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.8% | 17.7% | -0.1% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 19.9% | -1.2% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 6.6% | 5.5% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 1.1% | 3.8% |
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 93.6% | 86.7% | -6.9% | 81.4% | 5.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 1.5% |
In this area, 88.1% 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 | 85.7% | 88.1% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| European Union | 8% | 5.3% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.6% | 6.6% | 3.0% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.7% | 88.5% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 7.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.6% | 1.8% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.4% | 0.9% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.5% | 76.7% | -15.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 35.4% | 13.5% | 21.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.8% | 37.2% | 17.6% |
| Christian | 23.7% | 46.2% | -22.5% |
| Jewish | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Muslim | 6.1% | 6.5% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 12.3% | 6.0% | 6.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clarence Place was 317.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 106.1% higher than the Devonport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clarence Place has the 10th highest crime rate of 76 local areas in Devonport and the 52nd highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 173.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Clarence Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2025-07-30 | £179,219 |
| 47 Clarence Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2025-07-11 | £164,980 |
| 32 Clarence Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-09-05 | £175,408 |
| 40A Clarence Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-01-26 | £91,147 |
| 24 Clarence Place, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-01-19 | £284,163 |
PL2 1SF area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 2,166 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 | 223 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College Road Primary School College Road , Keyham PL2 1NS | 3out of 4 | 653 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marlborough Primary Academy Morice Square , Devonport PL1 4NJ | 3out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Chapel Street , Devonport PL1 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,039 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drake Primary Academy 1 Johnston Terrace Ope , Keyham PL2 2EN | 3out of 4 | 1,057 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 | 439 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 1,628 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 1,628 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torpoint Community College Trevol Road , PL11 2NH | 3out of 4 | 2,063 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | 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 | 1,215 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 | 2,494 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 | 2,935 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 3,113 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 3,276 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 3out of 4 | 3,344 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 3,349 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| DJ's Cafe | 246 Albert Road | 115 yd | |
| Pop In Chicken | 182 Albert Road | 252 yd | |
| The Big Breakfast | 184 Albert Road | 252 yd | |
| The Hatch Cafe | 178 Albert Road | 271 yd | |
| UTC (University Technical College) | University Commercail Services Plymouth, Park Avenue | 328 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keyham Vaults | 222 Albert Road | 115 yd | |
| The Herbert | 1 Herbert Street | 313 yd | |
| Queens Dock | Queens Dock, 57 Charlotte Street | 350 yd | |
| Avondale Arms | 206 Keyham Road | 493 yd | |
| St Levan Inn | 251 St Levan Road | 691 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurkhas Kitchen | 236 Albert Road | 115 yd | |
| Indus Indian Takeaway | 248 Albert Road | 115 yd | |
| Crispy Duck | 174 Albert Road | 252 yd | |
| Albert Road Kebab and Pizza House | 138 Albert Road | 377 yd | |
| Golden China | 204 Keyham Road | 493 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 152-158 Albert Road | 377 yd | |
| Iceland | 9-11 Marlborough Street | 677 yd | |
| Spar - Wessex Retail | 25 St Georges Terrace | 977 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 36-40 Devonport Road | 1,069 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wyvern Centre Sports Field HERBERT PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 254 yd |
| Parkside Community College (Closed) Park Avenue | 328 yd | |
| Devonport Park Park Avenue | grass pitches, tennis courts | 426 yd |
| Keyham Sports Ground SALTASH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 590 yd |
| City College Plymouth (Goschen Centre) (Closed) Goschen Centre Goschen Centre Saltash Road | 751 yd | |
| York House Health Club (Closed) Stoke Damerel Business Centre Stoke Damerel Business Centre Church Street | health and fitness suite | 1,023 yd |
| Stoke Damerel Primary Academy COLLINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 89.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 89.9% |
| 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 | 2.9% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.