Careswell Avenue is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL2 2HH is located in the Ham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Plymouth, Moor View. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Careswell Avenue, Plymouth, PL2 2HH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL2 2HL, PL2 2HQ, PL2 2HA, PL2 2HW, PL2 2HN, PL2 2HG, PL2 2HD, PL2 2HS, PL2 2HR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL2 2HH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 52% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35% | 36.8% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.7% | 40.8% | 1.1% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 13.4% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 43.9% | 42.9% | -1.0% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 29% | 32.4% | 3.4% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 13.7% | -5.1% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 7.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 3.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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.
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 16.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.5% | 25.8% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.5% | 12.8% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 15.4% | 2.0% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 8.1% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 19.5% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.5% | 16.1% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -17.7% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.9% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 97.8% | 93.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 93.6% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.3% | 76.7% | -4.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 58.3% | 37.2% | 21.1% |
| Christian | 35.2% | 46.2% | -11.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Careswell Avenue was 95.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.1% higher than the Ham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Careswell Avenue has the 36th highest crime rate of 85 local areas in Ham and the 311th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 47.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 45.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Careswell Avenue, Plymouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £45,000 | 1997-04-25 | £244,219 |
PL2 2HH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| 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 | 526 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayflower Academy 41 Ham Drive , PL2 2NJ | 4out of 4 | 526 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Mill Community Primary Academy Ferndale Road , PL2 2EL | 3out of 4 | 759 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Academy Primary Trevithick Road , St. Budeaux PL5 2AF | 4out of 4 | 998 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Keyham Barton Catholic Primary School Renown Street , Keyham PL2 2DE | 3out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Road Primary Trelawney Avenue , St Budeaux PL5 1RH | 3out of 4 | 1,307 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Academy Plymouth Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | - not rated | 956 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Academy Pennycross , PL5 3NE | 1out of 4 | 1,004 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 1,603 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 2,343 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 2,347 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 3,109 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 | 3,955 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 3out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus Foulston Avenue , PL5 1HL | - not rated | 2,181 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Ford School Rochford Crescent , Ernesettle PL5 2PY | 3out of 4 | 2,255 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Green Centre for Learning Bodmin Road , Whitleigh PL5 4DZ | 4out of 4 | 2,414 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 2,733 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Climbing Hangar Plymouth | Unit 9, 6 Burrington Road | 636 yd | |
| Ace Snacks | Bestways Burrington Way | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Mill Oak Villa Association | Oak Villa Social Club, Ferndale Road | 694 yd | |
| Weston Mill Pub | 57 Bridwell Road | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subham Takeaway | 5 Ham Green | 578 yd | |
| Weston Mill Chinese | 392 Wolseley Road | 821 yd | |
| Hot Diggity Dog | 103 North Prospect Road | 1,027 yd | |
| Ocean City Chinese | 95-97 North Prospect Road | 1,027 yd | |
| Yummy House | 233 Wolseley Road | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mayflower Community Academy HAM DRIVE | grass pitches | 410 yd |
| Weston Mill Oak Villa FERNDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| Weston Mill Community Primary Academy Ferndale Road | grass pitches | 801 yd |
| All Saints Academy (Closed) Honicknowle Lane | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,038 yd |
| All Saints Academy Honicknowle Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,045 yd |
| Marine Academy Plymouth TREVITHICK ROAD | grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.