Cole Lane is in Ivybridge and in South Hams district. PL21 0DF is located in the Ivybridge East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cole Lane, Ivybridge, PL21 0DF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL21 0JX, PL21 0PL, PL21 0DD, PL21 0JW, PL21 0PJ, PL21 0JP, PL21 0JU, PL21 0JN, PL21 0JR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL21 0DF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 50.2% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49.8% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 PL21 0DF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% 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 | 26.4% | 27.8% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -10.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.4% | 55.5% | -3.9% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 13.1% | 2.6% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.8% | 47.7% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 38% | 41.2% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 7.6% |
| Fair health | 9.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
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 | 15.1% | 10.2% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.5% | 12.2% | 1.7% | 9.6% | 2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 17.5% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 4.5% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18% | 20.7% | 2.7% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 35% | 8.2% | 33.8% | 1.2% |
| Other | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.1% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 96.7% | 95.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 95.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.3% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.1% | 13.5% | -2.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.6% | 37.2% | 10.4% |
| Christian | 45.6% | 46.2% | -0.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cole Lane was 12.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.1% lower than the Ivybridge East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cole Lane has the 6th lowest crime rate of 36 local areas in Ivybridge East and the 38th lowest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnycroft Cole Lane, Ivybridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2024-04-23 | £551,078 |
| Sunnycroft Cole Lane, Ivybridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2012-10-24 | £436,447 |
| Sunnycroft Cole Lane, Ivybridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £75,000 | 1997-08-01 | £369,171 |
PL21 0DF 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stowford School Exeter Road , PL21 0BG | 3out of 4 | 391 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Erme Primary School Station Road , PL21 0AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,011 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School, Ivybridge Manor Way , PL21 9BG | 4out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands Park Primary School Abbot Road , PL21 9TF | 4out of 4 | 2,217 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ugborough Primary School Ugborough , PL21 0NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,529 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ivybridge Community College Harford Road , PL21 0JA | 4out of 4 | 652 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colours Academy , Redlake Trading Estate PL21 0EZ | - not rated | 1,477 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trehill Arms | The Trehill Arms, Exeter Road | 355 yd | |
| Sportsmans Inn | Exeter Road, Ivybridge | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste of Bengal | Unit 2, Warrenstown | 1,001 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ivybridge Rugby Football Club Godwell Lane | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 472 yd |
| Stowford School EXETER ROAD | grass pitches | 479 yd |
| Ivybridge Community College Harford Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 743 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.