Hillsborough is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL4 7AR 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 Hillsborough, Plymouth, PL4 7AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL4 7AS, PL3 5AN, PL4 7AE, PL4 7AP, PL4 7DG, PL4 7AD, PL4 7DD, PL4 7BU, PL4 7AJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL4 7AR is primarily male, with 53.7% of the population 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 | 43.5% | 46.3% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -4.7% |
| Male | 56.5% | 53.7% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 4.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PL4 7AR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 65.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 72.6% | 65.4% | -7.2% | 37.9% | 27.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 19% | 16.9% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -27.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 3% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 11.3% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 | 56.5% | 44% | -12.5% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 38.8% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 5.6% | 12.3% | 6.7% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 4.1% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 PL4 7AR this area, 9.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 5.5% | 9.5% | 4.0% | 18.2% | -8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.3% | 5.2% | -2.1% | 9.6% | -4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 10.8% | -2.0% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4.8% | 3.7% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 28.1% | 18.6% | -9.5% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.2% | 48.5% | 7.3% | 33.8% | 14.7% |
| Other | 4% | 2.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 3.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 89.1% | 91.4% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 10.0% |
| Other | 4.9% | 0.4% | -4.5% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 79.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.1% | 79.9% | -1.2% | 83.2% | -3.3% |
| European Union | 9.8% | 10.1% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 3.7% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 6.3% | 4.1% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 80.7% | 80.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | -2.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2.1% | 9% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.4% | 4.5% | -2.9% | 2.9% | 1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 0.8% | -4.1% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 5.3% | 0.4% | 1.9% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| Ireland | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 5.2% | 1.3% | 3.9% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 63.1% | 37.2% | 25.9% |
| Christian | 29.5% | 46.2% | -16.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hillsborough was 83.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.1% lower than the Compton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hillsborough has the 22nd highest crime rate of 71 local areas in Compton and the 350th highest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 56.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6A - 6B Hillsborough, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-09-12 | £208,524 |
| Flat 3 9 Hillsborough, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2025-05-23 | £88,178 |
| The Cottage Hillsborough, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £565,000 | 2025-04-24 | £585,463 |
| 10 Hillsborough, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2024-08-09 | £460,045 |
| 6 Hillsborough, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-08-09 | £176,968 |
PL4 7AR 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.
The percentage of student residents living in PL4 7AR 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 | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Retired | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Education | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 3,170 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plym Bridge Nursery School and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 3,872 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park Infants' School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RS | 1out of 4 | 597 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Park Infants' School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RS | - not rated | 621 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Park Infants' School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RS | - not rated | 621 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Park Junior School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RH | 3out of 4 | 655 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hyde Park Junior School Hyde Park Road , Mutley PL3 4RH | - not rated | 655 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 838 yd | Community school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Lipson Co-operative Academy Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | 3out of 4 | 890 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Community College Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | - not rated | 890 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burleigh County Secondary School Burleigh Lane , PL3 5PP | - not rated | 1,307 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,216 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth School of Creative Arts The Red House , 22 Millbay Road PL1 3EG | - not rated | 2,659 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Western College Preparatory School Seymour Road , PL3 5AS | - not rated | 214 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 619 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth Tuition Services Years 3 -9 15 Eggbuckland Road , Mannamead PL3 5HF | - not rated | 773 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel School Shaftesbury Centre , Shaftesbury Cottages PL4 8JD | - not rated | 926 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plantings School 33 Old Park Road , Peverell PL3 4PY | - not rated | 966 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Backstreet Spot | 17 Ivydale Road | 180 yd | |
| Baxterstorey 5037 BBC Plymouth | Plymouth Broadcasting House, Seymour Road | 331 yd | |
| The Veg Patch Bistro | 73 Mutley Plain | 354 yd | |
| Costa | 73c Mutley Plain | 355 yd | |
| Moo Music Plymouth | 95 Mutley Plain | 364 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BulletProof Brewing Ltd | 91 Mutley Plain | 359 yd | |
| The Hyde Park Hotel | 88 Mutley Plain | 400 yd | |
| The Mannamead | 61-63 Mutley Plain | 402 yd | |
| The Penguin | Ashford Crescent | 438 yd | |
| Fortescue | 37 Mutley Plain | 446 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 71 Mutley Plain | 402 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 36 Mutley Plain | 479 yd | |
| Wok Fusion | 23 Mutley Plain | 498 yd | |
| Uni Food | 35 Mutley Plain | 498 yd | |
| Papa John's | 35 Mutley Plain | 498 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 83 Mutley Plain | 357 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 125-129 Alexandra Road | 373 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Food | 54-56 Mutley Plain | 420 yd | |
| Mutley Bazzar Ltd | 29 Mutley Plain | 498 yd | |
| Sainsbury's Local | 9-11 Mutley Plain | 498 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Core Fitness (Closed) Rear of Blake Lodge Rear of Blake Lodge Seymour Road | health and fitness suite | 148 yd |
| Pure Gym (Plymouth) ENDEVOUR HOUSE ENDEVOUR HOUSE ALEXANDRA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 288 yd |
| Plymouth College Ford Park FORD PARK | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 619 yd |
| Whiteford Road Tennis And Badminton Club WHITEFORD ROAD | tennis courts | 643 yd |
| Plymouth High School For Girls ST. LAWRENCE ROAD | tennis courts | 796 yd |
| Mannamead Lawn Tennis Club EGGBUCKLAND ROAD | tennis courts | 969 yd |
| Hartley Park Mannamead Road | tennis courts | 1,011 yd |
| Lipson Playing Field Bernice Terrace | grass pitches | 1,035 yd |
| Collings Park Eggbuckland Road | grass pitches | 1,057 yd |
| King'S School Plymouth BEECHFIELD BEECHFIELD HARTLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,067 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 | 174.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.