Laira Park Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL4 7HR 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 Laira Park Road, Plymouth, PL4 7HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL3 6AB, PL4 7HP, PL3 6BL, PL4 7HZ, PL4 7HT, PL3 6BQ, PL4 7HL, PL3 6AD, PL3 6BE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL4 7HR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 52.7% | 55.4% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 47.3% | 44.6% | -2.7% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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% | 40.7% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 2.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.1% | 36.9% | -11.2% | 44.2% | -7.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 13.1% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 49% | 48.5% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 0.1% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 26.1% | -4.3% | 33.6% | -7.5% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 15.6% | 1.9% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 6% | 8.8% | 2.8% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 19%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.5% | 24.8% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 14.5% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 15.8% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.1% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 16.5% | 6.1% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 19% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -14.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.3% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.4% | 93.5% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92.7% 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 | 94% | 92.7% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 9.5% |
| European Union | 3.5% | 3.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94% | 92.2% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.5% | 5.5% | 9.8% | -4.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.7% | 76.7% | -12.0% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32.2% | 13.5% | 18.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.9% | 37.2% | 15.7% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Laira Park Road was 101.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.3% lower than the Efford and Lipson average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Laira Park Road has the 35th highest crime rate of 81 local areas in Efford and Lipson and the 300th highest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 82.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.2%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Laira Park Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £177,500 | 2024-10-24 | £184,172 |
| 43 Laira Park Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-09-18 | £204,760 |
| 65 Laira Park Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-08-06 | £171,091 |
| 55 Laira Park Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-12-19 | £156,101 |
| 39 Laira Park Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,022 | 2022-05-27 | £240,420 |
PL4 7HR 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plym Bridge Nursery School and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 3,612 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 | 4,382 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lipson Vale Primary School Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7HW | 3out of 4 | 395 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laira Green Primary School Bramley Road , Laira PL3 6BP | 3out of 4 | 509 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Junior School Torridge Way , Efford PL3 6JQ | - not rated | 769 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Infants' School Torridge Way , Efford PL3 6JQ | - not rated | 769 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Community School Torridge Way , Efford PL3 6JQ | - not rated | 769 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 3out of 4 | 395 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Community College Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | - not rated | 395 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burleigh County Secondary School Burleigh Lane , PL3 5PP | - not rated | 1,342 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | 3out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 1,755 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,266 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 | 3,448 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 | 1,342 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Plymouth Tuition Services Years 3 -9 15 Eggbuckland Road , Mannamead PL3 5HF | - not rated | 1,586 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Immanuel School Shaftesbury Centre , Shaftesbury Cottages PL4 8JD | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tamar Education Trust 1 Holborn Street , Cattedown PL4 0NN | - not rated | 1,788 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tamar Education Trust C.O. Pws Holborn Street , PL4 0NN | - not rated | 1,788 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Live Well Community Cafe | Mount Gould Local Care Centre, 200 Mount Gould Road | 446 yd | |
| Wayside Cafe at Salisbury Road Baptist Church | Salisbury Road Baptist Church, Rosebery Avenue | 904 yd | |
| Cobblers and Coffee | 117 Beaumont Road | 913 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Penguin | Ashford Crescent | 810 yd | |
| GWRSA | Gwrsa Club, Mullet Road | 815 yd | |
| Saltram Club | 54 Salisbury Road | 1,012 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lilahs kitchen | 28 Percy Terrace, Alexandra Road | 671 yd | |
| Atlantic Fryers & Pizza Ltd | 58 Faringdon Road | 687 yd | |
| Top China | 29 Percy Terrace | 687 yd | |
| Wok n Roll | 78 Beaumont Road | 746 yd | |
| Mariners Fish and Chips | 49 Torridge Way | 818 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 41 Torridge Way | 818 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 131 Beaumont Road | 845 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 125-129 Alexandra Road | 926 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 56 Salisbury Road | 1,012 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lipson Playing Field Bernice Terrace | grass pitches | 232 yd |
| Lipson Community Sports & Arts Centre BERNICE TERRACE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 272 yd |
| High View Primary School TORRIDGE WAY | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| Tothill Park CARMARTHEN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 934 yd |
| Pure Gym (Plymouth) ENDEVOUR HOUSE ENDEVOUR HOUSE ALEXANDRA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,060 yd |
| Higher Efford Efford Road | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 81 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.