Burleigh Lane is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL3 5PT is located in the Peverell 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 Burleigh Lane, Plymouth, PL3 5PT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL3 5PS, PL3 5QB, PL3 4NR, PL3 5QD, PL3 4QH, PL3 4QQ, PL3 4NG, PL3 4QL, PL3 5PZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL3 5PT 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 | 52.8% | 50.9% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.2% | 49.1% | 1.9% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of PL3 5PT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.2% 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 | 21.8% | 29.3% | 7.5% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 51.2% | -10.1% | 44.2% | 7.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 10.5% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 7% | -2.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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.
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 | 54.3% | 54.7% | 0.4% | 48.4% | 6.3% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 34.2% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 12.7% | 7.9% | -4.8% | 12.7% | -4.8% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 PL3 5PT this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.2% | 9.5% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 9.1% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 14.2% | -6.1% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.9% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 22.9% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 34.8% | 3.0% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.6% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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 | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.8% | 96.2% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95% | 95.3% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 95.6% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.4% | 37.2% | 9.2% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burleigh Lane was 54.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.2% higher than the Peverell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burleigh Lane has the 5th highest crime rate of 25 local areas in Peverell and the 358th lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 6.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Burleigh Lane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2021-12-06 | £298,707 |
| 3 Burleigh Lane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2018-12-06 | £260,833 |
| 2 Burleigh Lane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2017-07-28 | £225,976 |
| 1 Burleigh Lane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,100 | 2016-11-30 | £212,003 |
| 3 Burleigh Lane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £158,500 | 2012-12-20 | £268,985 |
PL3 5PT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,863 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plym Bridge Nursery and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 3,807 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pennycross Primary School Arden Grove , Pennycross PL2 3RL | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier Primary School North Down Road , Beacon Park PL2 3HN | 2out of 4 | 949 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Park Junior School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RH | 2out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Park Infants' School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RS | 4out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manadon Vale Primary School St Peter's Road , Manadon PL5 3DL | 3out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 720 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Academy Pennycross , PL5 3NE | 1out of 4 | 1,519 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | 3out of 4 | 1,682 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 1,876 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 3,106 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 | 3,179 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 539 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,169 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 1,602 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 2,011 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,289 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Meadow Cafe | Central Park, Mayflower Drive | 127 yd | |
| Elior @ EDF Energy | 334 Outland Road | 831 yd | |
| Legend Kebab House | 72 Hyde Park Road | 945 yd | |
| Coffee Shark | 59A Hyde Park Road | 980 yd | |
| Sonny's Coffee Shop | 65 Hyde Park Road | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree | 291 Ham Drive | 542 yd | |
| Sir Francis Drake Bowling | 35 Whiteford Road | 796 yd | |
| The Golden Hind | 260 Mannamead Road | 883 yd | |
| Hyde Park Social Club | 5 St Gabriels Avenue | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayleaf Gardens | 303 Ham Drive | 457 yd | |
| Far East Kitchen | 5 Weston Park Road | 684 yd | |
| Golden Phoenix | 2 Wesley Avenue | 802 yd | |
| Ocean Delight | 83 St Pancras Avenue | 931 yd | |
| Peking Chef | 81 Hyde Park Road | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 282 Outland Road | 411 yd | |
| Iceland at the Range | 1 Montpelier Road | 649 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 2 Peverell Park Road | 705 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 288-296 Beacon Park Road | 713 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King'S School Plymouth BEECHFIELD BEECHFIELD HARTLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 438 yd |
| Home Park East Barn Park Road | grass pitches | 608 yd |
| Peverell Park (Closed) Outland Road | grass pitches | 651 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Plymouth) OUTLAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 738 yd |
| Manadon Playing Fields Treveneague Gardens | grass pitches | 781 yd |
| Hill Lane Tennis Club At Lockington Avenue LOCKINGTON AVENUE | tennis courts | 784 yd |
| Whiteford Road Tennis And Badminton Club WHITEFORD ROAD | tennis courts | 794 yd |
| Devonport High School For Girls LYNDHURST ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Hartley Park Mannamead Road | tennis courts | 885 yd |
| Plymouth Civil Service Club (Closed) Recreation Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 949 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.