Seymour Road is in Mannamead, Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL3 5AX is located in the Compton 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 Seymour Road, Mannamead, Plymouth, PL3 5AX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL3 5AR, PL3 5AP, PL3 5AY, PL3 5AW, PL4 7BE, PL3 5BQ, PL3 5BL, PL3 5AU, PL4 7BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL3 5AX 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 | 52.8% | 50.2% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49.8% | 2.6% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 38% | 38% | 0.0% | 37.9% | 0.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 40% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 9% | 3.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 12.4% | 9% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 48.2% | 50.3% | 2.1% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 25.5% | -2.6% | 33.6% | -8.1% |
| Fair health | 16.4% | 13.4% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.4% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 5.4% | 3.7% | 1.2% | 4.2% |
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.
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 45.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 15.4% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.4% | 5.1% | -2.3% | 9.6% | -4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.8% | 13.4% | 5.6% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.9% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 11.4% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.5% | 45.3% | 3.8% | 33.8% | 11.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Other Black | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 90.6% | 96% | 5.4% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Arab | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92.3% 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 | 83.3% | 92.3% | 9.0% | 83.2% | 9.1% |
| European Union | 7.7% | 4.4% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7% | 1% | -6.0% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 82.9% | 91.9% | 9.0% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 4.3% | 5.7% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 2.3% | -1.4% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.4% | 0% | -5.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.7% | 13.5% | 7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.7% | 37.2% | 12.5% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Seymour Road was 76.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.3% lower than the Compton average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Seymour Road has the 27th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Compton and the 382nd highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 6 Dunlewey, 46 Seymour Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2025-01-30 | £115,984 |
| Flat 3 Dunlewey, 46 Seymour Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2023-09-18 | £59,374 |
| Flat 13 Dunlewey, 46 Seymour Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £123,500 | 2022-12-20 | £121,544 |
| Flat 9 Dunlewey, 46 Seymour Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2022-06-17 | £91,645 |
| Flat 11 Dunlewey, 46 Seymour Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2020-10-22 | £124,250 |
PL3 5AX area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PL3 5AX 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 3,246 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plym Bridge Nursery and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 3,629 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park Infants' School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RS | 4out of 4 | 766 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Park Junior School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RH | 2out of 4 | 798 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Vale Primary School Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7HW | 3out of 4 | 851 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compton CofE Primary School Higher Compton Road , PL3 5JB | 3out of 4 | 880 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salisbury Road Primary School Salisbury Road , PL4 8QZ | 2out of 4 | 1,346 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lipson Co-operative Academy Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | 2out of 4 | 851 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 1,083 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | 3out of 4 | 1,762 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,057 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 2,463 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | 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 | 3,440 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 | 2,904 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 791 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 1,015 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 1,425 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 1,555 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 1,706 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baxterstorey 5037 BBC Plymouth | Plymouth Broadcasting House, Seymour Road | 330 yd | |
| The Backstreet Spot | 17 Ivydale Road | 343 yd | |
| The Veg Patch Bistro | 73 Mutley Plain | 627 yd | |
| Costa | 73c Mutley Plain | 628 yd | |
| Moo Music Plymouth | 95 Mutley Plain | 634 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Penguin | Ashford Crescent | 340 yd | |
| BulletProof Brewing Ltd | 91 Mutley Plain | 631 yd | |
| The Hyde Park Hotel | 88 Mutley Plain | 662 yd | |
| The Mannamead | 61-63 Mutley Plain | 672 yd | |
| Fortescue | 37 Mutley Plain | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top China | 29 Percy Terrace | 494 yd | |
| Lilahs kitchen | 28 Percy Terrace, Alexandra Road | 506 yd | |
| Wongs | 82 Priory Road | 664 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 71 Mutley Plain | 672 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 36 Mutley Plain | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 125-129 Alexandra Road | 369 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 83 Mutley Plain | 630 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 54-56 Mutley Plain | 692 yd | |
| Mutley Bazzar Ltd | 29 Mutley Plain | 747 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 9-11 Mutley Plain | 747 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Core Fitness (Closed) Rear of Blake Lodge Rear of Blake Lodge Seymour Road | health and fitness suite | 240 yd |
| Pure Gym (Plymouth) ENDEVOUR HOUSE ENDEVOUR HOUSE ALEXANDRA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 384 yd |
| Whiteford Road Tennis And Badminton Club WHITEFORD ROAD | tennis courts | 729 yd |
| Mannamead Lawn Tennis Club EGGBUCKLAND ROAD | tennis courts | 794 yd |
| Collings Park Eggbuckland Road | grass pitches | 852 yd |
| Lipson Playing Field Bernice Terrace | grass pitches | 862 yd |
| Plymouth College Ford Park FORD PARK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 868 yd |
| Hartley Park Mannamead Road | tennis courts | 942 yd |
| Plymouth High School For Girls ST. LAWRENCE ROAD | tennis courts | 1,043 yd |
| Hill Lane Tennis Club HILL LANE | tennis courts | 1,059 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 | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.7% |
| 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 | 179.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.