The Down is in Bere Alston, Yelverton and in West Devon district. PL20 7HG 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 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Down, Bere Alston, Yelverton, PL20 7HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL20 7DL, PL20 7HQ, PL20 7DN, PL20 7FJ, PL20 7DW, PL20 7EH, PL20 7DB, PL20 7DQ, PL20 7DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL20 7HG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 51% | 49.1% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 49% | 50.9% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 PL20 7HG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.7% 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 | 19.8% | 20.1% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -17.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.9% | 64.7% | 2.8% | 44.2% | 20.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 5.6% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 7.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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% | 38.8% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 37.1% | 38.8% | 1.7% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 17.9% | 17.2% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 4.1% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.4% | 16.8% | -6.6% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 11.9% | -1.7% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 12.9% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 7.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 16.2% | 3.0% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 33% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -0.8% |
| Other | 4% | 1.3% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.1% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.7% | 94.9% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 94.9% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.3% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.3% | 76.7% | 3.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Down was 36.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.1% higher than the Bere Ferrers average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Down has the 15th highest crime rate of 43 local areas in Bere Ferrers and the 76th highest crime rate of 177 local areas in West Devon .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.1%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest The Down, Yelverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £495,000 | 2025-03-24 | £500,056 |
| Upcott House The Down, Yelverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £353,000 | 2025-02-06 | £352,643 |
| Highgate The Down, Yelverton, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-11-30 | £304,771 |
| Peters Oak The Down, Yelverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-04-21 | £394,810 |
| Tellisford The Down, Yelverton, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2022-02-11 | £479,895 |
PL20 7HG 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 7HG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 152 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 727 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Calstock Community Primary School Back Road , PL18 9QL | 3out of 4 | 2,394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Buckland Monachorum , PL20 7NA | 3out of 4 | 4,592 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Dominic CofE Primary School St Dominic , St Dominick PL12 6SU | - not rated | 5,123 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Delaware Primary Academy Drakewalls , PL18 9EN | 3out of 4 | 5,181 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 2,965 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 | 535 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taphill Takeaway | 7 Station Road, Bere Alston | 471 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Co-operative Group Food Ltd, 8-10 Fore Street | 397 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bere Alston Playing Fields THE DOWN | grass pitches | 167 yd |
| Bere Alston Primary School | grass pitches | 825 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 | 97.7% |
| 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.