Molesworth Road is in Stoke, Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL3 4AJ is located in the Stoke electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Molesworth Road, Stoke, Plymouth, PL3 4AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL3 4DJ, PL3 4AZ, PL3 4AX, PL3 4BY, PL3 4BJ, PL2 1EU, PL3 4AY, PL3 4AG, PL3 4DH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL3 4AJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.3% | 51.2% | 4.9% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 53.7% | 48.8% | -4.9% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PL3 4AJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 42% | 42.2% | 0.2% | 37.9% | 4.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.4% | 27.9% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -16.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 4.5% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 10.7% | -0.9% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 13.9% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 7.8% |
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 | 46.7% | 43.6% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 31% | 29.8% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 18.1% | 20.8% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 8.1% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 20.8% | 20.8% | 0.0% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 9% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 5.3% | -1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 19.2% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 40.4% | 38.4% | -2.0% | 33.8% | 4.6% |
| Other | 7.2% | 2% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.1% | 95.2% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 87.5% 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 | 82.9% | 87.5% | 4.6% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 9.4% | 7.3% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.6% | 88.1% | 5.5% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.1% | 5.9% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -3.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 5.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 0.7% | -5.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -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 | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50% | 37.2% | 12.8% |
| Christian | 39.2% | 46.2% | -7.0% |
| Buddhist | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Molesworth Road was 216.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.0% higher than the Stoke average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Molesworth Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Stoke and the 97th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.1%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 59% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 142 Molesworth Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2025-03-28 | £411,687 |
| Ground Floor Flat 159 Molesworth Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £88,500 | 2024-07-25 | £89,948 |
| 142 Molesworth Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-01-24 | £406,449 |
| 157 Molesworth Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £136,000 | 2023-10-10 | £145,235 |
| 160 Molesworth Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Other, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2023-08-07 | £67,355 |
The percentage of student residents living in PL3 4AJ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care Ham Drive , Ham PL2 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Primary School Cambridge Road , Ford PL2 1PU | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Primary School Collingwood Road , Stoke PL1 5PA | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| College Road Primary School College Road , Keyham PL2 1NS | 3out of 4 | 764 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stuart Road Primary School Palmerston Street , Stoke PL1 5LL | 3out of 4 | 941 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morice Town Primary Academy Charlotte Street , Devonport PL2 1RJ | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 499 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 501 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Plymouth Park Avenue , PL1 4RL | 1out of 4 | 954 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City College Plymouth Kings Road , Devonport PL1 5QG | - not rated | 1,016 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbay Academy 22 Millbay Road , PL1 3EG | - not rated | 1,897 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 2,051 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 2,191 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,257 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 2,413 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 2,573 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Indiya | 18 Church Street | 99 yd | |
| The Stoke Cafe | 55 Devonport Road | 190 yd | |
| Molys Cafe | 99 Wolseley Road | 684 yd | |
| Olympus | Cambridge Road | 702 yd | |
| Amigos Coffee | 24 Molesworth Road | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Aubyn Masonic Club | 33 Devonport Road | 56 yd | |
| Stoke Inn | 43 Devonport Road | 131 yd | |
| The Masonic Inn | 65 Devonport Road | 186 yd | |
| Stoke Bar | 72-74 Devonport Road | 236 yd | |
| Indian Inn | 82 Devonport Road | 240 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Codmothers | 9 Devonport Road | 56 yd | |
| Roast 2 U | 72-74 Devonport Road | 236 yd | |
| Stoke Grill | 62 Devonport Road | 240 yd | |
| Chen’s Chinese Fish & Chips | 160 St Levan Road | 514 yd | |
| Pasley Takeaway | 58 Pasley Street | 614 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 36-40 Devonport Road | 91 yd | |
| Spar - Wessex Retail | 25 St Georges Terrace | 372 yd | |
| Tesco | 62 Wolseley Road | 740 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food Supermarket | Wolseley Close | 781 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 152-158 Albert Road | 819 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| York House Health Club (Closed) Stoke Damerel Business Centre Stoke Damerel Business Centre Church Street | health and fitness suite | 207 yd |
| Stoke Damerel Community College SOMERSET PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 405 yd |
| Stoke Damerel Primary Academy COLLINGWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 548 yd |
| Devonport High School For Boys PARADISE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 938 yd |
| City College Plymouth (Kings Road Centre) KINGS ROAD | 963 yd | |
| Wyvern Centre Sports Field HERBERT PLACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Central Park Leisure Pools (Closed) Outland Road | swimming pool | 979 yd |
| Parkside Community College (Closed) Park Avenue | 991 yd | |
| Victoria Park Eldad Hill | grass pitches | 1,023 yd |
| Devonport Services Rugby Football Club THE RECTORY | grass pitches | 1,050 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 | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.4% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 157.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.