Galpin Street is in Modbury, Ivybridge and in South Hams district. PL21 0QB is located in the Charterlands 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 Galpin Street, Modbury, Ivybridge, PL21 0QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL21 0QG, PL21 0NQ, PL21 0QD, PL21 0SN, PL21 0QA, PL21 0NU, PL21 0PZ, PL21 0PY, PL21 0QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL21 0QB 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 | 53.9% | 50.9% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.1% | 49.1% | 3.0% | 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% | 23.9% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -14.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.1% | 50.2% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 11.1% | 12.1% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 3.0% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 9.1% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 51.6% | 45.6% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 32% | 36.2% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 2.6% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 11.2% | -2.1% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 2% | 4.4% | 2.4% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
In the area around PL21 0QB this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16% | 9.8% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.6% | 6.1% | -1.5% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 10.4% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 3.7% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 17.5% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.1% | 49.2% | 5.1% | 33.8% | 15.4% |
| Other | 2.4% | 3.4% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 97.4% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 96.5% | 93.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3.2% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 93.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.4% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.3% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 52.6% | 46.2% | 6.4% |
| Buddhist | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Galpin Street was 43.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.9% higher than the Charterlands average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Galpin Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Charterlands and the 101st highest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.5%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Hall House Galpin Street, Ivybridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-10-12 | £316,667 |
| 39 Galpin Street, Ivybridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £475,000 | 2023-08-08 | £447,225 |
| 45B Galpin Street, Ivybridge, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2022-04-04 | £354,263 |
| Old Hall House Galpin Street, Ivybridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2019-11-08 | £271,106 |
| Dairy House Galpin Street, Ivybridge, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2019-08-28 | £614,927 |
PL21 0QB 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PL21 0QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 53 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modbury Primary School Barrack Road , Modbury PL21 0RB | 3out of 4 | 314 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ermington Primary School School Road , Ermington PL21 9NH | 4out of 4 | 2,780 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ugborough Primary School Ugborough , PL21 0NJ | 3out of 4 | 5,048 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holbeton Primary School The Square , Holbeton PL8 1LT | 3out of 4 | 5,096 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 5,444 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Gurkha Spice | 9 Broad Street, Modbury | 112 yd | |
| The Old Bakery | 11-12 Broad Street, Modbury | 129 yd | |
| Cool Beans Coffee Bar | 4 Chene Court, Poundwell Street | 213 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Inn | Church Street, Modbury | 225 yd | |
| Modbury Club | 31 Church Street, Modbury | 228 yd | |
| Modbury Inn | Brownston Street, Modbury | 278 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modbury Chinese Take-Away | 2 Church Street, Modbury | 195 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Modbury Primary School BARRACK ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 428 yd |
| Modbury Recreation Ground CHATWELL LANE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 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 | 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 | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.