Sarah Close is in Bere Alston, Yelverton and in West Devon district. PL20 7HD is located in the Bere Ferrers electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torridge and West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sarah Close, Bere Alston, Yelverton, PL20 7HD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL20 7AR, PL20 7HE, PL20 7HF, PL20 7AW, PL20 7AF, PL20 7BJ, PL20 7EJ, PL20 7DA, PL20 7BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL20 7HD, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 51% | 52.3% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 49% | 47.7% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 21.4% | 22.1% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -15.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.4% | 45.5% | -4.9% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 11% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 1.9% |
| Widowed | 14.1% | 18.3% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 12.2% |
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 | 37.4% | 37% | -0.4% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 34% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 0.4% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 20.9% | 4.1% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 6.9% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.2% | -1.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 22.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.4% | 21.8% | -10.6% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 14.5% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 14.2% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.7% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 13.8% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 22.5% | 4.9% | 33.8% | -11.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 4.5% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99% | 98.8% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 98.1% | 97.6% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 97.6% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 30.7% | 13.5% | 17.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.7% | 37.2% | 0.5% |
| Christian | 50.3% | 46.2% | 4.1% |
| Not answered | 12% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sarah Close was 46.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.5% higher than the Bere Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sarah Close has the 9th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bere Ferrers and the 61st highest crime rate of 177 local areas in West Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Sarah Close, Yelverton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2023-10-06 | £259,179 |
| Budbrook, 6 Sarah Close, Yelverton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2017-08-18 | £271,276 |
| 9 Sarah Close, Yelverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2014-04-17 | £299,422 |
| 5 Sarah Close, Yelverton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2013-04-26 | £264,366 |
| 1 Sarah Close, Yelverton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2010-08-31 | £311,445 |
PL20 7HD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 7HD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bere Alston Primary Academy Station Road , Bere Alston PL20 7AU | - not rated | 243 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Calstock Community Primary School Back Road , PL18 9QL | 3out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dominic CofE Primary School St Dominic , St Dominick PL12 6SU | - not rated | 4,468 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Delaware Primary Academy Drakewalls , PL18 9EN | 3out of 4 | 4,907 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Landulph School Landulph , PL12 6ND | 3out of 4 | 5,103 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quay View School Bere Alston , PL20 7EX | - not rated | 2,506 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hope Cottage Cafe | 41 Cornwall Street, Bere Alston | 171 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taphill Takeaway | 7 Station Road, Bere Alston | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-operative Group Food Ltd, 8-10 Fore Street | 300 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bere Alston Primary School | grass pitches | 333 yd |
| Bere Alston Playing Fields THE DOWN | grass pitches | 814 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% |
| Median download speed | 23.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 38.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 38.8 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.7 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.