Bridwell Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL5 1AG is located in the Ham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Plymouth, Moor View. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bridwell Road, Plymouth, PL5 1AG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL5 1UJ, PL5 1AL, PL5 2AR, PL5 1AF, PL5 2AU, PL5 2AP, PL5 2AT, PL5 1UH, PL5 1UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL5 1AG, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% 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 | 50.4% | 52.7% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 49.6% | 47.3% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of PL5 1AG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.8% | 23% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -14.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.2% | 58% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 13.8% |
| Separated | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 11.1% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 7.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 34.8% | 40.8% | 6.0% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 41.3% | 39.4% | -1.9% | 33.6% | 5.8% |
| Fair health | 17% | 15.2% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 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 | 27.3% | 23% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.6% | 11.9% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 12.8% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 17.3% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.8% | 25.7% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -8.1% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 96% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 93.2% 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 | 96.7% | 93.2% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 10.0% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 93.5% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.8% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.6% | 76.7% | 4.9% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.9% | 37.2% | 4.7% |
| Christian | 51.3% | 46.2% | 5.1% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bridwell Road was 38.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.6% lower than the Ham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bridwell Road has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Ham and the 252nd lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 211 Bridwell Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-11-25 | £184,425 |
| 183 Bridwell Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2024-05-17 | £264,806 |
| 156 Bridwell Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Other, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2023-08-11 | £190,840 |
| 166 Bridwell Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £249,000 | 2023-06-22 | £259,715 |
| 168 Bridwell Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,777 | 2023-02-23 | £206,896 |
PL5 1AG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 retired residents living in PL5 1AG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| 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 | 1,198 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Academy Primary Trevithick Road , St. Budeaux PL5 2AF | 4out of 4 | 409 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Road Primary Trelawney Avenue , St Budeaux PL5 1RH | 3out of 4 | 619 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Weston Mill Community Primary Academy Ferndale Road , PL2 2EL | 3out of 4 | 794 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plaistow Hill Infant and Nursery School Roman Way , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2DT | 3out of 4 | 808 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School Pemros Road , St Budeaux PL5 1NE | 3out of 4 | 877 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marine Academy Plymouth Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | - not rated | 484 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Academy Pennycross , PL5 3NE | 1out of 4 | 1,565 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,322 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 2,939 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Damerel Community College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | 2out of 4 | 2,943 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 | 3,561 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 | 4,528 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 3out of 4 | 632 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus Foulston Avenue , PL5 1HL | - not rated | 1,559 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Ford School Rochford Crescent , Ernesettle PL5 2PY | 3out of 4 | 1,954 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Green Centre for Learning Bodmin Road , Whitleigh PL5 4DZ | 4out of 4 | 2,447 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 3,439 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Billy's Cafe | William Sutton Memorial Hall, 6 Shelley Way | 646 yd | |
| The Square Table Cafe | 632 Wolseley Road | 719 yd | |
| Honeys Coffee | 644 Wolseley Road | 787 yd | |
| Climbing Hangar Plymouth | Unit 9, 6 Burrington Road | 842 yd | |
| Salad and Sarnies | 97 Victoria Road | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Mill Pub | 57 Bridwell Road | 459 yd | |
| Weston Mill Oak Villa Association | Oak Villa Social Club, Ferndale Road | 613 yd | |
| Kings Tamerton Community Centre (Social side) | Social Club, Newton Avenue | 655 yd | |
| St Budeaux Members Bar Ltd | St Budeaux Members Bar Ltd, Wolseley Road | 688 yd | |
| Queen Victoria Masonic Hall | 76 Victoria Road | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | 565 Wolseley Road | 689 yd | |
| Papa John's | 608-610 Wolseley Road | 699 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 642 Wolseley Road | 719 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 616 Wolseley Road | 719 yd | |
| The Chippy | 606A Wolseley Road | 719 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH | St Budeaux Car Park, Wolseley Road | 719 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 2 Victoria Road | 809 yd | |
| Asia Mini Market | 107 Victoria Road | 959 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marine Academy Plymouth TREVITHICK ROAD | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Weston Mill Oak Villa FERNDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 567 yd |
| Mount Tamar School ROW LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 727 yd |
| Weston Mill Community Primary Academy Ferndale Road | grass pitches | 728 yd |
| St Budeaux Tennis Club ST BUDEAUX TENNIS COURTS ST BUDEAUX TENNIS COURTS VERNA ROAD | tennis courts | 879 yd |
| St. Budeaux Foundation Junior School PRIESTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| St Pauls Catholic Primary School PEMROS ROAD | grass pitches | 986 yd |
| Mayflower Community Academy HAM DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 156 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.