Furneaux Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL2 3EX is located in the Peverell 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 Furneaux Road, Plymouth, PL2 3EX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL2 3EY, PL2 3HE, PL2 3DY, PL2 3EA, PL2 3EU, PL2 3HD, PL2 3DR, PL2 3HP, PL2 3DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL2 3EX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 48.8% | 49.8% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 51.2% | 50.2% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 PL2 3EX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.5% 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 | 24.4% | 22.2% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -15.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.3% | 60.5% | 3.2% | 44.2% | 16.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 7.7% | -2.2% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 8.1% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 45.3% | 54% | 8.7% | 48.4% | 5.6% |
| Good health | 36.3% | 30.7% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 13% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 17.9% | 15.7% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 9.3% | -6.7% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 14.1% | -5.7% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 9.7% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 23.4% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 6.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.1% | 25% | 5.9% | 33.8% | -8.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.7% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 95.4% 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% | 95.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.3% | -2.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Furneaux Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ham average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 47 Furneaux Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2025-10-27 | £281,072 |
| 41 Furneaux Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2025-03-10 | £438,388 |
| 96 Furneaux Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-01-15 | £296,785 |
| 41 Furneaux Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2022-01-25 | £464,311 |
| 51 Furneaux Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2018-09-28 | £252,836 |
PL2 3EX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 996 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plym Bridge Nursery School and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 4,952 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montpelier Primary School North Down Road , Beacon Park PL2 3HN | 3out of 4 | 294 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier Primary School North Down Road , Beacon Park PL2 3HN | - not rated | 294 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier Infants' School North Down Road , Peverell PL2 3HN | - not rated | 294 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier Junior School Beaconfield Road , Beacon Park PL2 3LJ | - not rated | 400 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Prospect Community School Cookworthy Road , North Prospect PL2 2JS | - not rated | 925 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 472 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | - not rated | 472 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ford Secondary School Auckland Road , Ford PL2 3BQ | - not rated | 844 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Tamerton School Trevithick Road , Budeaux PL2 2AF | - not rated | 1,100 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Studio schools | 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 | 2,180 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth School of Creative Arts The Red House , 22 Millbay Road PL1 3EG | - not rated | 2,659 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plantings School 33 Old Park Road , Peverell PL3 4PY | - not rated | 1,343 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plantings School 33 Old Park Road , Peverell PL3 4PY | - not rated | 1,343 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plantings School 33 Old Park Road , Peverell PL3 4PY | - not rated | 1,343 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont House School Plymouth Youth Hostel , Belmont House PL3 4DW | - not rated | 1,469 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 1,592 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meet and Eat Cafe | Westbourne Unit, Scott Business Park, Beacon Park Road | 396 yd | |
| Plymouth Argyle Football Club - Catering | Home Park Football Ground, Outland Road | 517 yd | |
| PAFC Green Taverners Supporters Bar | Home Park Football Ground, Outland Road | 517 yd | |
| Plymouth Life Centre Cafe | Mayflower Drive | 664 yd | |
| Central Park Golf | Central Park | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia Inn | 2 Wolseley Road | 548 yd | |
| Embassy Club | 3-5 Wolseley Road | 558 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yungs Take Away | 39 Lopes Road | 141 yd | |
| Francines Fish and Chips Shop | 15-17 North Prospect Road | 448 yd | |
| Seven Up | 7 Wolseley Road | 558 yd | |
| Hot Diggity Dog | 103 North Prospect Road | 621 yd | |
| Ocean City Chinese | 95-97 North Prospect Road | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 62 Wolseley Road | 579 yd | |
| Iceland at the Range | 1 Montpelier Road | 766 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 288-296 Beacon Park Road | 790 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food Supermarket | Wolseley Close | 856 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | Henderson Place | 896 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Devonport High School For Girls LYNDHURST ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 474 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Plymouth) OUTLAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 496 yd |
| Plymouth Life Centre MAYFLOWER DRIVE | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 500 yd |
| Plymouth Argyle Fc (Harpers Park Training Ground) HOME PARK | grass pitches | 515 yd |
| Plymouth Argyle Fc (Home Park) | grass pitches | 531 yd |
| Peverell Park (Closed) Outland Road | grass pitches | 570 yd |
| Mayflower Leisure Centre (Closed) Mayflower Drive | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts | 584 yd |
| Central Park Leisure Pools (Closed) Outland Road | swimming pool | 669 yd |
| Plymouth Civil Service Club (Closed) Recreation Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 885 yd |
| Home Park East Barn Park Road | grass pitches | 891 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 | 115.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.