Knighton Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL4 9DA is located in the Sutton and Mount Gould 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 Knighton Road, Plymouth, PL4 9DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL4 9DF, PL4 9BZ, PL4 9PJ, PL4 9AR, PL4 9PP, PL4 9PR, PL4 9DL, PL4 9PW, PL4 9DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL4 9DA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.1% | 50.9% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 46.9% | 49.1% | 2.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.7% | 33.2% | -11.5% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38.6% | 45.6% | 7.0% | 44.2% | 1.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 13.8% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 4.7% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 4.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 | 53.4% | 53.4% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 30% | -3.9% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 12.6% | 4.3% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 17.1% | 12% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 6.5% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -3.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 11.1% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 6.5% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 23.5% | 8.1% | 16.9% | 6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 38.7% | 8.0% | 33.8% | 4.9% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.8% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.1% 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% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.4% | 96.1% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 14.7% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 90.6% | 90.3% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 6.5% | 6.1% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.9% | 90.3% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 7.6% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 0% | -4.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| No passport held | 10.1% | 13.5% | -3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54% | 37.2% | 16.8% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 2.5% | 0.6% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Knighton Road was 30.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.8% lower than the Efford and Lipson average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Knighton Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 82 local areas in Efford and Lipson and the 189th lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -67.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 94 Knighton Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2025-07-17 | £265,147 |
| 88 Knighton Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-02-28 | £220,306 |
| 96 Knighton Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2024-12-12 | £233,345 |
| 93 Knighton Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2024-07-19 | £263,988 |
| 117 Knighton Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £208,000 | 2022-09-12 | £214,403 |
PL4 9DA area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PL4 9DA 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 | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 4,377 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plym Bridge Nursery and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 4,719 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salisbury Road Primary School Salisbury Road , PL4 8QZ | 2out of 4 | 265 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prince Rock Primary School Embankment Road , PL4 9JF | 4out of 4 | 515 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Cross Catholic Primary School 2 Beaumont Road , St Jude's PL4 9BE | 4out of 4 | 858 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Vale Primary School Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7HW | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Street Primary School Mount Street , Greenbank PL4 8NZ | 2out of 4 | 1,068 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2out of 4 | 919 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 1,304 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Plymstock School Church Road , Plymstock PL9 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,947 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 3,063 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 3,065 yd | Studio schools | No | 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 | 3,588 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 | 2,560 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 1,254 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 1,335 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 1,511 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 1,819 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobblers and Coffee | 117 Beaumont Road | 259 yd | |
| Wayside Cafe at Salisbury Road Baptist Church | Salisbury Road Baptist Church, Rosebery Avenue | 301 yd | |
| Curnows Cafe | 8 Elliott Road | 351 yd | |
| Bonnie's Brunch | The Business Centre, 2 Cattedown Road | 577 yd | |
| Costa | Friary Park, Unit 1 D Exeter Street | 607 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grenville Hotel | 82-84 Grenville Road | 195 yd | |
| Friary Vaults | 177-183 Grenville Road | 249 yd | |
| Saltram Club | 54 Salisbury Road | 369 yd | |
| Lockyers Quay Cookhouse and Pub | 1 Lockyers Quay | 926 yd | |
| Woodside | Woodside Inn, Gasking Street | 967 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grenville Fish and Chips | 129 Grenville Road | 207 yd | |
| China Express | 96 Embankment Road | 344 yd | |
| Aladdin's Indian Takeaway | 66 Embankment Road | 344 yd | |
| Embankment Kebab & Pizza | 76 Embankment Road | 346 yd | |
| Wok n Roll | 78 Beaumont Road | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 131 Beaumont Road | 310 yd | |
| Mini Deli | 56 Embankment Road | 344 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 40 Embankment Road | 344 yd | |
| Kushiara Foods | 80 Embankment Road | 344 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 56 Salisbury Road | 369 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tothill Park CARMARTHEN ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 275 yd |
| Astor Park Cattedown Road | grass pitches | 462 yd |
| Crossfit Plymouth UNIT 71 UNIT 71 FARADAY ROAD | 632 yd | |
| Prince Rock Playing Fields Embankment Lane | grass pitches | 654 yd |
| Plymouth Performance Gym UNIT 34-35 UNIT 34-35 FARADAY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 714 yd |
| Extreme Fitness (Closed) Unit 101/103 Unit 101/103 Faraday Road | health and fitness suite | 716 yd |
| Hybrid Mma And Fitness Centre CLARE PLACE | health and fitness suite | 771 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Plymouth) BARBICAN APPROACH | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 863 yd |
| Lipson Playing Field Bernice Terrace | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.1% |
| 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 | 2.9% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 156.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.