Limetree Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL3 5UB 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 Limetree Road, Plymouth, PL3 5UB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL3 5UE, PL3 5UD, PL2 3NZ, PL3 5NT, PL3 5UF, PL2 3NT, PL3 5TN, PL3 4QS, PL3 4QP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL3 5UB has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 48.5% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 50% | 51.5% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 2.5% |
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 | 31.8% | 29.5% | -2.3% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.9% | 48.9% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 4.7% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 12.9% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 5.3% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.3%) 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 | 46.5% | 55.5% | 9.0% | 48.4% | 7.1% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 32.8% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 9.5% | -2.2% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 1.5% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 22.8% | 12.9% | -9.9% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 8.7% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 14.4% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 5.7% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 21.3% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 35% | 9.5% | 33.8% | 1.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92% 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% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 100% | 92% | -8.0% | 81.4% | 10.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.2% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 95.6% | 91.2% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 4.6% | 4.0% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 91.7% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 5.8% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.3% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.6% | 37.2% | 2.4% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Limetree Road was 29.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.6% lower than the Peverell average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Limetree Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Peverell and the 182nd lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Limetree Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £239,000 | 2025-08-07 | £236,719 |
| 24 Limetree Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-07-22 | £216,045 |
| 18 Limetree Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2024-01-16 | £243,415 |
| 7 Limetree Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £307,500 | 2023-08-04 | £325,036 |
| 28 Limetree Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2023-06-07 | £295,191 |
PL3 5UB 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 | 90 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 1,775 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plym Bridge Nursery and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 3,744 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 | 670 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Manadon Vale Primary School St Peter's Road , Manadon PL5 3DL | 3out of 4 | 915 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montpelier Primary School North Down Road , Beacon Park PL2 3HN | 2out of 4 | 957 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Park Junior School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RH | 2out of 4 | 1,330 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Park Infants' School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RS | 4out of 4 | 1,352 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 | 743 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 1,288 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Academy Pennycross , PL5 3NE | 1out of 4 | 1,298 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | 3out of 4 | 1,654 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 2,146 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 | 3,268 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 | 3,412 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 | 741 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,438 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 1,503 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 2,276 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,557 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 | 261 yd | |
| Elior @ EDF Energy | 334 Outland Road | 663 yd | |
| Manadon Sports & Community Hub | 121 St Peters Road | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree | 291 Ham Drive | 319 yd | |
| The Golden Hind | 260 Mannamead Road | 727 yd | |
| Sir Francis Drake Bowling | 35 Whiteford Road | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayleaf Gardens | 303 Ham Drive | 221 yd | |
| Ocean Delight | 83 St Pancras Avenue | 662 yd | |
| Eastern Sunrise | 29 Melrose Avenue | 768 yd | |
| Far East Kitchen | 5 Weston Park Road | 954 yd | |
| Golden Phoenix | 2 Wesley Avenue | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 282 Outland Road | 222 yd | |
| Iceland at the Range | 1 Montpelier Road | 549 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 288-296 Beacon Park Road | 588 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 2 Peverell Park Road | 975 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Manadon Playing Fields Treveneague Gardens | grass pitches | 536 yd |
| King'S School Plymouth BEECHFIELD BEECHFIELD HARTLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 635 yd |
| Peverell Park (Closed) Outland Road | grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Plymouth Civil Service Club (Closed) Recreation Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor bowls | 778 yd |
| Devonport High School For Girls LYNDHURST ROAD | athletics tracks, grass pitches | 790 yd |
| Goals Soccer Centre (Plymouth) OUTLAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 818 yd |
| Home Park East Barn Park Road | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Hill Lane Tennis Club At Lockington Avenue LOCKINGTON AVENUE | tennis courts | 861 yd |
| Hartley Park Mannamead Road | tennis courts | 1,014 yd |
| Whiteford Road Tennis And Badminton Club WHITEFORD ROAD | tennis courts | 1,034 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 237.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.