Taw Close is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL3 6RZ 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 1981-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Taw Close, Plymouth, PL3 6RZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL3 6RY, PL3 6RX, PL3 6ST, PL3 6SH, PL3 6RU, PL3 6SJ, PL3 6SY, PL3 6SQ, PL3 6SZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL3 6RZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 52.6% | 3.4% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 47.4% | -3.4% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 30.8% | 31% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -6.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 49.6% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 13.1% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 4.3% | 4.4% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 45.8% | 43.5% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 35.9% | 0.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 13.2% | 14.4% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 20.8% | -4.1% | 18.2% | 2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.2% | 13.6% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.8% | 14.4% | -5.4% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 5.2% | 1.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 20.8% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.8% | 23.2% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -10.6% |
| Other | 6.3% | 2% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.3% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 96.9% | 95.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 3.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.6% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -5.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.3% | 37.2% | 12.1% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.8% | 6.0% | 2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Taw Close was 45.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.7% lower than the Efford and Lipson average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Taw Close has the 20th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Efford and Lipson and the 301st lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -8.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Taw Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-02-16 | £214,685 |
| 10 Taw Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2023-07-21 | £210,794 |
| 4 Taw Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2022-01-17 | £216,250 |
| 1 Taw Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2020-06-10 | £129,120 |
| 16 Taw Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-02-21 | £217,624 |
PL3 6RZ 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.
The percentage of student residents living in PL3 6RZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Looking after home or family | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 2,107 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 | 5,209 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Farm Academy Delamere Road , Eggbuckland PL6 5XQ | 2out of 4 | 613 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| High View School 2 Torridge Way , Efford PL3 6JQ | 4out of 4 | 1,020 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laira Green Primary School Bramley Road , Laira PL3 6BP | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's CofE Primary School Fort Austin Avenue , Eggbuckland PL6 5ST | 3out of 4 | 1,376 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigham Primary School Cockington Close , Leigham PL6 8RF | 3out of 4 | 1,494 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 2,035 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Co-operative Academy Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | 2out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor Bridge High Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 2,241 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hele's School Seymour Road , Plympton PL7 4LT | 3out of 4 | 2,620 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 3,203 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbay Academy 22 Millbay Road , PL1 3EG | - not rated | 5,142 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cann Bridge School Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 2,225 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 2,461 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 2,857 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 3,129 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College of St Mark & St John Derriford Road , PL6 8BH | - not rated | 3,479 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Nike Leisure Sport Ltd | Plymouth Ski And Snowboard Cen, Alpine Lodge | 568 yd | |
| Costa Ltd at NEXT Store | 16 Marsh Mills Park | 572 yd | |
| Costa | Marsh Mills Park | 572 yd | |
| Ocean Cafe | Ocean Car Sales, St Modwen Road | 847 yd | |
| Claire's Snacks | Land Adjacent to 89, St Modwen Road | 879 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Marsh Mill | The Marsh Mill, 300 Plymouth Road | 745 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heaven | 65 Delamere Road | 651 yd | |
| Shimla | 71 Delamere Road | 651 yd | |
| New Oriental Express | 27 Thurlestone Walk | 1,030 yd | |
| Mariners Fish and Chips | 49 Torridge Way | 1,072 yd | |
| Torridge Pizza and Grill | 63 Torridge Way | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 171-173 Pike Road | 553 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 15 Frogmore Avenue | 905 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Plymouth Road | 973 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 41 Torridge Way | 1,072 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plym View Primary School (Closed) Blandford Road | grass pitches | 356 yd |
| Plymouth Snowsports Centre ALPINE PARK ALPINE PARK | ski slopes | 766 yd |
| Higher Efford Efford Road | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| High View Primary School TORRIDGE WAY | grass pitches | 1,069 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 | 187.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.