Teign Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL3 6PH is located in the Efford and Lipson 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 Teign Road, Plymouth, PL3 6PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL3 6NR, PL3 6PN, PL3 6JY, PL3 6NF, PL3 6NG, PL3 6NW, PL3 6JZ, PL3 6PX, PL3 6PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL3 6PH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.8% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.2% | 0.5% | 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 | 40.4% | 38.7% | -1.7% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.5% | 39.6% | 2.1% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 3.8% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 11.5% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.2% | -0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48% | 52.8% | 4.8% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 28.4% | 26.1% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -7.5% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 13.1% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 6.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.7% | 22.5% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 12.3% | -3.2% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 15.2% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.8% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 21% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 4.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.1% | 18.5% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -15.3% |
| Other | 2.2% | 2.7% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.4% 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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 2.2% | 2.0% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 98.6% | 94.4% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 13.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.8% | 94.4% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 94.1% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.7% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.2% | 76.7% | -1.5% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 22.3% | 13.5% | 8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.4% | 37.2% | 15.2% |
| Christian | 39.2% | 46.2% | -7.0% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Teign Road was 99.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.3% lower than the Compton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Teign Road has the 18th highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Compton and the 300th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 38 Teign Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2023-09-26 | £227,261 |
| 17 Teign Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2023-09-20 | £204,006 |
| 17 Teign Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2023-04-17 | £162,154 |
| 29 Teign Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2022-03-28 | £196,286 |
| 30 Teign Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2020-10-30 | £193,176 |
PL3 6PH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 162 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Looking after home or family | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 32 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 28 |
| Other | 19 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 2,647 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 | 4,078 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High View School 2 Torridge Way , Efford PL3 6JQ | 4out of 4 | 549 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Farm Academy Delamere Road , Eggbuckland PL6 5XQ | 2out of 4 | 884 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Compton CofE Primary School Higher Compton Road , PL3 5JB | 3out of 4 | 909 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laira Green Primary School Bramley Road , Laira PL3 6BP | 3out of 4 | 936 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Vale Primary School Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7HW | 3out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,170 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | 3out of 4 | 1,355 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 2,195 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 |
| Tor Bridge High Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 2,812 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 4,590 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 | 4,020 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 | 1,695 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 1,794 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,916 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 2,548 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,632 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 | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bluebird | 164 Eggbuckland Road | 553 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 138 Eggbuckland Road | 670 yd | |
| GWRSA | Gwrsa Club, Mullet Road | 979 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mariners Fish and Chips | 49 Torridge Way | 314 yd | |
| Torridge Pizza and Grill | 63 Torridge Way | 314 yd | |
| Wongs | 82 Priory Road | 604 yd | |
| Feedwell Chinese Takeaway | 131 Speedwell Crescent | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 41 Torridge Way | 314 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 147-149 Eggbuckland Road | 485 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 137 Eggbuckland Road | 553 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 15 Frogmore Avenue | 814 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Higher Efford Efford Road | grass pitches | 351 yd |
| High View Primary School TORRIDGE WAY | grass pitches | 442 yd |
| Collings Park Eggbuckland Road | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| Mannamead Lawn Tennis Club EGGBUCKLAND ROAD | tennis courts | 923 yd |
| Plym View Primary School (Closed) Blandford Road | grass pitches | 923 yd |
| Lipson Community Sports & Arts Centre BERNICE TERRACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,025 yd |
| Lipson Playing Field Bernice Terrace | grass pitches | 1,065 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 | 214.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.