Coombe Park Lane South is in Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL5 2JP is located in the Honicknowle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Plymouth, Moor View. This postcode has been in use since 2003-11-01.
StreetScan combines information about Coombe Park Lane South, Plymouth, PL5 2JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL5 2LQ, PL5 2LG, PL5 2NE, PL5 2LH, PL5 2LJ, PL5 2LA, PL5 2NB, PL5 2LX, PL5 2LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL5 2JP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.7% | 51.4% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 53.3% | 48.6% | -4.7% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 37% | 39.6% | 2.6% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.1% | 38.1% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -6.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 5.6% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 10.8% | -3.9% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 8% | 5.2% | -2.8% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (69.5%) 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 | 46.4% | 34.9% | -11.5% | 48.4% | -13.5% |
| Good health | 27.9% | 34.6% | 6.7% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 19.6% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 6.1% | 8.7% | 2.6% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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.
In the area around PL5 2JP this area, 29.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 11.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.4% | 29.2% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 16.5% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 16.9% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.4% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 16.9% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.4% | 11.6% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -22.2% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 95.8% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
In this area, 93.1% 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 | 96.4% | 93.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 4.2% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 93.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 9.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.9% | 37.2% | 22.7% |
| Christian | 31.1% | 46.2% | -15.1% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coombe Park Lane South was 107.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.4% lower than the Honicknowle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coombe Park Lane South has the 4th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Honicknowle and the 274th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Coombe Park Lane South, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2024-01-26 | £272,585 |
| 10 Coombe Park Lane South, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2010-08-11 | £220,882 |
| 10 Coombe Park Lane South, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £157,000 | 2006-08-16 | £257,450 |
| 10 Coombe Park Lane South, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2004-06-11 | £280,321 |
PL5 2JP 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 | 76 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 2,036 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plym Bridge Nursery and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 5,164 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knowle Primary School Ringmore Way , West Park PL5 3QG | 2out of 4 | 506 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernesettle Community School Biggin Hill , Ernesettle PL5 2RB | 3out of 4 | 636 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Budeaux Foundation CofE (Aided) Junior School Priestley Avenue , Higher Saint Budeaux PL5 2DW | 3out of 4 | 712 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plaistow Hill Infant and Nursery School Roman Way , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2DT | 3out of 4 | 825 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shakespeare Primary School 400 Honicknowle Lane , Honicknowle PL5 3JU | 3out of 4 | 945 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 956 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Academy Pennycross , PL5 3NE | 1out of 4 | 1,474 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Hunt Community Sports College Lancaster Gardens , Whitleigh PL5 4AA | 2out of 4 | 1,970 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 2,588 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Girls Lyndhurst Road , Peverell PL2 3DL | 3out of 4 | 2,679 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 4,670 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 | 5,428 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Ford School Rochford Crescent , Ernesettle PL5 2PY | 3out of 4 | 728 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Green Centre for Learning Bodmin Road , Whitleigh PL5 4DZ | 4out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 3out of 4 | 1,104 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodview Learning Community , Picklecombe Drive PL6 5ES | 3out of 4 | 2,440 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oneschool Global Uk Plymouth Campus Foulston Avenue , PL5 1HL | - not rated | 2,669 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiere Bar and Grill | 429A Crownhill Road | 104 yd | |
| Pearce's Snacks | 9 Honicknowle Green | 556 yd | |
| Climbing Hangar Plymouth | Unit 9, 6 Burrington Road | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victory Inn | Victory Inn, Farm Lane | 810 yd | |
| Kings Tamerton Community Centre (Social side) | Social Club, Newton Avenue | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grillin Like a Villain | 429a Crownhill Road | 104 yd | |
| Seven Up Express | 429 Crownhill Road | 104 yd | |
| Papadums | 427 Crownhill Road | 104 yd | |
| West Park Chippy | 435 Crownhill Road | 171 yd | |
| West Park Chinese Takeaway | 436 Crownhill Road | 186 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Park Playing Field Wollaton Grove | grass pitches | 308 yd |
| Knowle Battery Ringmore Way | grass pitches | 465 yd |
| St. Budeaux Foundation Junior School PRIESTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Shakespeare Primary School HONICKNOWLE LANE | grass pitches | 897 yd |
| Butt Park (Closed) | grass pitches | 943 yd |
| Marine Academy Plymouth TREVITHICK ROAD | grass pitches | 965 yd |
| The Brook Green Centre For Learning BODMIN ROAD | grass pitches | 993 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.