Roman Way is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL5 2DT is located in the St Budeaux 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 Roman Way, Plymouth, PL5 2DT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL5 2DX, PL5 2DS, PL5 2DZ, PL5 2DP, PL5 2DU, PL5 2DW, PL5 2DG, PL5 2DH, PL5 2DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL5 2DT has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.5% of the population 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 | 54.6% | 56.5% | 1.9% | 51.0% | 5.5% |
| Male | 45.4% | 43.5% | -1.9% | 49.0% | -5.5% |
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 | 28.4% | 28.7% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -9.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.5% | 42% | -1.5% | 44.2% | -2.2% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 14.3% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 15.8% | 12.2% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 6.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.1% | 35% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -13.4% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 30% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 18% | 18.5% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 5.8% |
| Bad health | 14.2% | 9.4% | -4.8% | 4.0% | 5.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 7.1% | 6.2% | 1.2% | 5.9% |
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 19.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.1% | 27.6% | -13.5% | 18.2% | 9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 9.4% | -4.6% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 16.1% | 2.7% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.7% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 15% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12% | 19.9% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -13.9% |
| Other | 4.8% | 3.1% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.3% | 95% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 13.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 98.2% | 94.4% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 94.4% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.3% | 76.7% | -6.4% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 27.6% | 13.5% | 14.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.2% | 37.2% | 11.0% |
| Christian | 45.3% | 46.2% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roman Way was 75.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.3% lower than the Honicknowle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roman Way has the 9th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Honicknowle and the 370th highest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Roman Way, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2026-03-20 | £70,000 |
| 17 Roman Way, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Other, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-10-14 | £305,978 |
| 23 Roman Way, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-08-19 | £243,216 |
| 17 Roman Way, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-06-30 | £319,190 |
| 21 Roman Way, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,300 | 2018-12-05 | £134,374 |
PL5 2DT 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 retired residents living in PL5 2DT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| 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 | 1,960 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plaistow Hill Infant and Nursery School Roman Way , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2DT | - not rated | 122 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School Roman Way , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2DT | 3out of 4 | 122 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy Priestley Avenue , Higher Saint Budeaux PL5 2DW | 3out of 4 | 170 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Budeaux Foundation CofE (Aided) Junior School Priestley Avenue , Higher Saint Budeaux PL5 2DW | - not rated | 170 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Academy Primary Trevithick Road , St. Budeaux PL5 2AF | 4out of 4 | 495 yd | Free schools | 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 | 475 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Academy Plymouth Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tamarside Community College Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | - not rated | 515 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Honicknowle Secondary School Honicknowle Green , PL5 3PY | - not rated | 1,453 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Barne Barton School Roberts Road , Barne Barton PL5 1DL | - not rated | 1,678 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 | 4,454 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 | 5,377 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 | - not rated | 323 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 1out of 4 | 324 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Ford School Rochford Crescent , Ernesettle PL5 2PY | 4out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus Foulston Avenue , PL5 1HL | - not rated | 1,833 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Green Centre for Learning Bodmin Road , Whitleigh PL5 4DZ | - not rated | 1,916 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | 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 | 782 yd | |
| Salad and Sarnies | 97 Victoria Road | 897 yd | |
| Premiere Bar and Grill | 429A Crownhill Road | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Tamerton Community Centre (Social side) | Social Club, Newton Avenue | 352 yd | |
| Queen Victoria Masonic Hall | 76 Victoria Road | 872 yd | |
| Cornwall Gates Sports Bar | 74 Normandy Way | 977 yd | |
| The Bull & Bush | Uxbridge Drive | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Park Chippy | 435 Crownhill Road | 824 yd | |
| China Valley | 95 Victoria Road | 885 yd | |
| Selekt Chicken | 105 Victoria Road | 885 yd | |
| West Park Chinese Takeaway | 436 Crownhill Road | 890 yd | |
| Grillin Like a Villain | 429a Crownhill Road | 920 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asia Mini Market | 107 Victoria Road | 866 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 34-38 Hornchurch Road | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St. Budeaux Foundation Junior School PRIESTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 224 yd |
| Mount Tamar School ROW LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 327 yd |
| St Budeaux Tennis Club ST BUDEAUX TENNIS COURTS ST BUDEAUX TENNIS COURTS VERNA ROAD | tennis courts | 465 yd |
| Marine Academy Plymouth TREVITHICK ROAD | grass pitches | 480 yd |
| The Parkway ERNESETTLE LANE | grass pitches | 625 yd |
| West Park Playing Field Wollaton Grove | grass pitches | 673 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 | 66.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 158.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.