Northumberland Street is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL5 1AY 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 Northumberland Street, Plymouth, PL5 1AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL5 1AZ, PL5 1AX, PL5 1AT, PL5 1AD, PL5 1AB, PL5 1AE, PL5 1BA, PL5 1AA, PL5 1BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL5 1AY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% of residents 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 | 48.7% | 49.8% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 51.3% | 50.2% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 27.2% | 41.5% | 14.3% | 37.9% | 3.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 36.1% | -13.1% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 2% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 11.2% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 9.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
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 | 31.6% | 37.1% | 5.5% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 43.2% | 42.6% | -0.6% | 33.6% | 9.0% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 14.3% | -5.4% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 25.6% | 15.1% | -10.5% | 18.2% | -3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 7.3% | -10.1% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 16.1% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 10.3% | 11.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 5.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 20% | 6.7% | 16.9% | 3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 28.3% | 16.5% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 94% | 98% | 4.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 95.7% | 94% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 4.8% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 95.7% | 94% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.1% | 76.7% | -3.6% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.5% | 13.5% | 9.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northumberland Street was 60.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.1% lower than the Devonport average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Northumberland Street has the 19th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Devonport and the 388th lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -36.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Northumberland Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £195,500 | 2025-04-22 | £198,950 |
| 20 Northumberland Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2025-03-28 | £171,311 |
| 5 Northumberland Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £213,500 | 2025-03-18 | £216,419 |
| 23 Northumberland Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-11-01 | £183,356 |
| 17 Northumberland Street, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2024-09-20 | £113,499 |
PL5 1AY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| 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 | 1,107 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Mill Community Primary Academy Ferndale Road , PL2 2EL | 3out of 4 | 390 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Victoria Road Primary Trelawney Avenue , St Budeaux PL5 1RH | 3out of 4 | 671 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Academy Primary Trevithick Road , St. Budeaux PL5 2AF | 4out of 4 | 866 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School Pemros Road , St Budeaux PL5 1NE | 3out of 4 | 887 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Riverside Community Primary School 210 Poole Park Road , St Budeaux PL5 1DD | 3out of 4 | 970 yd | Foundation school | Yes | 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 | 957 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Academy Pennycross , PL5 3NE | 1out of 4 | 1,787 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,300 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| UTC Plymouth Park Avenue , PL1 4RL | 1out of 4 | 2,594 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott Medical and Healthcare College Somerset Place , Stoke PL3 4BD | - not rated | 2,667 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 | 3,182 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 | 4,217 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 | 1,047 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus Foulston Avenue , PL5 1HL | - not rated | 1,408 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Ford School Rochford Crescent , Ernesettle PL5 2PY | 3out of 4 | 2,426 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Green Centre for Learning Bodmin Road , Whitleigh PL5 4DZ | 4out of 4 | 2,897 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 3,477 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Square Table Cafe | 632 Wolseley Road | 697 yd | |
| Honeys Coffee | 644 Wolseley Road | 772 yd | |
| Cafe Hero | Hms Drake Endeavour Building, Saltash Road | 834 yd | |
| Elior @ Babcock Devonport Dockyard Kiosk 1 | Hms Drake, Saltash Road | 834 yd | |
| Elior @ Babcock Devonport Dockyard Kiosk 2 | Hms Drake, Saltash Road | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Mill Pub | 57 Bridwell Road | 122 yd | |
| Weston Mill Oak Villa Association | Oak Villa Social Club, Ferndale Road | 224 yd | |
| St Budeaux Members Bar Ltd | St Budeaux Members Bar Ltd, Wolseley Road | 553 yd | |
| Queen Victoria Masonic Hall | 76 Victoria Road | 1,072 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weston Mill Chinese | 392 Wolseley Road | 364 yd | |
| KFC | 565 Wolseley Road | 553 yd | |
| Papa John's | 608-610 Wolseley Road | 656 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 642 Wolseley Road | 697 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 616 Wolseley Road | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH | St Budeaux Car Park, Wolseley Road | 697 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 2 Victoria Road | 809 yd | |
| SPAR - Wessex Retail | Tamar View Complex, 171 Poole Park Road | 1,050 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Weston Mill Oak Villa FERNDALE ROAD | grass pitches | 279 yd |
| Weston Mill Community Primary Academy Ferndale Road | grass pitches | 290 yd |
| Wyvern Centre | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 966 yd |
| Marine Academy Plymouth TREVITHICK ROAD | grass pitches | 999 yd |
| St Pauls Catholic Primary School PEMROS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,026 yd |
| Mayflower Community Academy HAM DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,033 yd |
| North Down Playing Field North Down Crescent | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 88 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.