Tavistock Road is in Yelverton and in West Devon district. PL20 6DL is located in the Buckland Monachorum electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torridge and West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tavistock Road, Yelverton, PL20 6DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL20 6DG, PL20 6DN, PL20 6BH, PL20 6DU, PL20 6DJ, PL20 6AA, PL20 6HT, PL20 6WE, PL20 6AD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL20 6DL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.8% | 50.9% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49.1% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 24.9% | 17.9% | -7.0% | 37.9% | -20.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.4% | 50% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 13.2% | 5.6% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 17.7% | 16.2% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 10.1% |
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 | 43.7% | 46.5% | 2.8% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 32% | 31.7% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 17.7% | 1.5% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 3.5% | 1.1% | -2.4% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 19.3% | 14.2% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.8% | 6.5% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 7.8% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 5.2% | 3.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 17.2% | 2.3% | 16.9% | 0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.9% | 42.7% | 5.8% | 33.8% | 8.9% |
| Other | 3.6% | 6.5% | 2.9% | 2.8% | 3.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.9% | 96.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
In this area, 87.9% 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 | 95.4% | 87.9% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 4.7% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 6.3% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.6% | 88.5% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 9.6% | 9.6% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6% | 1.9% | -4.1% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.3% | 76.7% | 2.6% |
| Ireland | 3% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tavistock Road was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.9% higher than the Bere Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Tavistock Road has the 16th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bere Ferrers and the 78th highest crime rate of 177 local areas in West Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.8%.
Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rowanbank Tavistock Road, Yelverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £420,752 | 2020-10-22 | £503,173 |
| Moor House Tavistock Road, Yelverton, Devon Other, an established residential building | £278,000 | 2019-05-22 | £298,081 |
| Hessary Tavistock Road, Yelverton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2017-03-03 | £416,705 |
| Morwenna Tavistock Road, Yelverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2014-11-28 | £271,576 |
| Rowanbank Tavistock Road, Yelverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £305,000 | 2005-09-19 | £483,405 |
PL20 6DL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PL20 6DL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 104 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horrabridge Primary & Nursery School Walkhampton Road , Horrabridge PL20 7SZ | 4out of 4 | 1,602 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lady Modiford's Church of England Primary School Walkhampton , PL20 6JR | 3out of 4 | 2,457 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Buckland Monachorum , PL20 7NA | 3out of 4 | 3,046 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Meavy Church of England Primary School Meavy , PL20 6PJ | 3out of 4 | 3,061 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmoor Bakery | The Corner Shop, Leg O Mutton Corner | 146 yd | |
| Jasmine Chinese Restaurant | 3 Buckland Terrace, Yelverton | 177 yd | |
| Knightstone Tearooms | Knightstone, Crapstone Road | 944 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Burrator Inn | Princetown Road, Dousland | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curry Express | 2 Buckland Terrace, Yelverton | 172 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Yelverton Bohemian Cricket Club CRICKET GROUND CRICKET GROUND ROAD FROM YELVERTON ROUNDABOUT TO DARTMOOR RETREAT | grass pitches | 667 yd |
| Yelverton War Memorial Hall MEMORIAL HALL MEMORIAL HALL MEAVY LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 682 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.