Efford Crescent is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL3 6NH 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 Efford Crescent, Plymouth, PL3 6NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL3 5EJ, PL3 5EH, PL3 5EL, PL3 5EZ, PL3 5EQ, PL3 5LF, PL3 5LG, PL3 6NJ, PL3 5EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL3 6NH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.1% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.9% | 0.4% | 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 6NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 26.5% | 27.2% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 52.7% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 11.1% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 8.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 55.1% | 50.2% | -4.9% | 48.4% | 1.8% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 34.4% | 6.3% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 12% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.1% | 16.5% | -1.6% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 8.6% | -3.7% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.8% | 12.3% | -8.5% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 3.7% | -2.1% | 5.3% | -1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 24.7% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 7.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.6% | 34.2% | 9.6% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.6% | 95% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 93.1% | 95% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 2.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.6% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 95% | 1.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.7% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.4% | 37.2% | 2.2% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Efford Crescent was 24.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.2% lower than the Compton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Efford Crescent has the 15th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Compton and the 139th lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Efford Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2024-11-28 | £379,095 |
| 8 Efford Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-07-12 | £346,622 |
| 34 Efford Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-12-12 | £279,107 |
| 7 Efford Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-07-15 | £285,335 |
| 24 Efford Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-03-04 | £246,760 |
PL3 6NH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 79 |
| Retired | 61 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plym Bridge Nursery and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 2,707 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care Ham Drive , Ham PL2 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,666 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compton CofE Primary School Higher Compton Road , PL3 5JB | 3out of 4 | 489 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High View School 2 Torridge Way , Efford PL3 6JQ | 4out of 4 | 953 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Farm Academy Delamere Road , Eggbuckland PL6 5XQ | 2out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Vale Primary School Eggbuckland Vale Primary School, Charfield Drive , Charfield Drive PL6 5PS | 3out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Vale Primary School Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7HW | 3out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | 3out of 4 | 1,070 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Co-operative Academy Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | 2out of 4 | 1,254 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 2,013 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 2,101 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,495 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 | 4,306 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 | 3,833 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 | 1,289 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 1,479 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,621 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 2,354 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,480 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacres Tea Room | 12 Pearn Road | 668 yd | |
| Baxterstorey 5037 BBC Plymouth | Plymouth Broadcasting House, Seymour Road | 986 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluebird | 164 Eggbuckland Road | 159 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 138 Eggbuckland Road | 258 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wongs | 82 Priory Road | 271 yd | |
| Mariners Fish and Chips | 49 Torridge Way | 722 yd | |
| Torridge Pizza and Grill | 63 Torridge Way | 722 yd | |
| Feedwell Chinese Takeaway | 131 Speedwell Crescent | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 137 Eggbuckland Road | 159 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 147-149 Eggbuckland Road | 165 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 41 Torridge Way | 722 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 15 Frogmore Avenue | 959 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Collings Park Eggbuckland Road | grass pitches | 362 yd |
| Mannamead Lawn Tennis Club EGGBUCKLAND ROAD | tennis courts | 506 yd |
| Higher Efford Efford Road | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Hill Lane Tennis Club HILL LANE | tennis courts | 800 yd |
| High View Primary School TORRIDGE WAY | grass pitches | 841 yd |
| Hartley Park Mannamead Road | tennis courts | 922 yd |
| Core Fitness (Closed) Rear of Blake Lodge Rear of Blake Lodge Seymour Road | health and fitness suite | 1,079 yd |
| Hill Lane Tennis Club At Lockington Avenue LOCKINGTON AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,082 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.