Wanstead Grove is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL5 2LX is located in the Honicknowle 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 Wanstead Grove, Plymouth, PL5 2LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL5 2LT, PL5 2NB, PL5 2ND, PL5 2LQ, PL5 2JT, PL5 2LY, PL5 2JP, PL5 2LR, PL5 2NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL5 2LX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 51.1% | -1.3% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.9% | 1.3% | 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 | 36.9% | 36% | -0.9% | 37.9% | -1.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.8% | 43.7% | 5.9% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 13.3% | 11.5% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 8.8% | 3.8% | -5.0% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 | 42.7% | 40.4% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -8.0% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 32.7% | 1.2% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 19.4% | 18.3% | -1.1% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.4% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 17.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.6% | 26.2% | -14.4% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 10.6% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 15.2% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 8.7% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 21.7% | 11.3% | 16.9% | 4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.6% | 17.5% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -16.3% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.8% | 99.7% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 96.7% | 97.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 97.3% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.6% | 76.7% | -7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 29.5% | 13.5% | 16.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54% | 37.2% | 16.8% |
| Christian | 38.7% | 46.2% | -7.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wanstead Grove was 75.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.8% lower than the Honicknowle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wanstead Grove has the 10th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Honicknowle and the 371st highest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 41.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32 Wanstead Grove, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2026-01-29 | £260,000 |
| 26 Wanstead Grove, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2024-05-31 | £214,568 |
| 38 Wanstead Grove, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-11-29 | £226,437 |
| 32 Wanstead Grove, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-09-17 | £178,401 |
| 14 Wanstead Grove, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-09-10 | £243,815 |
PL5 2LX 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 | 70 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,850 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plym Bridge Nursery School and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 4,959 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Park Primary School Wanstead Grove , PL5 2LY | - not rated | 123 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle Primary School Ringmore Way , West Park PL5 3QG | - not rated | 649 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle Primary School Ringmore Way , West Park PL5 3QG | 3out of 4 | 649 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shakespeare Primary School 400 Honicknowle Lane , Honicknowle PL5 3JU | - not rated | 708 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shakespeare Primary School 400 Honicknowle Lane , Honicknowle PL5 3JU | - not rated | 708 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honicknowle Secondary School Honicknowle Green , PL5 3PY | - not rated | 443 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Academy Plymouth Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | 3out of 4 | 981 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tamarside Community College Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | - not rated | 1,050 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Academy Plymouth Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | - not rated | 1,121 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Academy Pennycross , PL5 3NE | 3out of 4 | 1,210 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,487 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 | 5,206 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 | 4out of 4 | 977 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Green Centre for Learning Bodmin Road , Whitleigh PL5 4DZ | - not rated | 1,056 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | - not rated | 1,204 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 1out of 4 | 1,210 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth Tuition Service: Young Parent's Centre Lancaster Gardens , Whitleigh PL5 4AA | - not rated | 1,855 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | 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 | 257 yd | |
| Pearce's Snacks | 9 Honicknowle Green | 443 yd | |
| Climbing Hangar Plymouth | Unit 9, 6 Burrington Road | 844 yd | |
| Denzils Pasty Company and Coffee Shop | 11a Transit Way | 1,046 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd (Customer Cafe) | Transit Way | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victory Inn | Victory Inn, Farm Lane | 664 yd | |
| Kings Tamerton Community Centre (Social side) | Social Club, Newton Avenue | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seven Up Express | 429 Crownhill Road | 257 yd | |
| Papadums | 427 Crownhill Road | 257 yd | |
| Grillin Like a Villain | 429a Crownhill Road | 259 yd | |
| West Park Chippy | 435 Crownhill Road | 334 yd | |
| West Park Chinese Takeaway | 436 Crownhill Road | 346 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Transit Way | 1,046 yd | |
| Tesco | 17 Transit Way | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Park Playing Field Wollaton Grove | grass pitches | 458 yd |
| Knowle Battery Ringmore Way | grass pitches | 536 yd |
| Shakespeare Primary School HONICKNOWLE LANE | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| St. Budeaux Foundation Junior School PRIESTLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 797 yd |
| Butt Park (Closed) | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Marine Academy Plymouth TREVITHICK ROAD | grass pitches | 982 yd |
| The Brook Green Centre For Learning BODMIN ROAD | grass pitches | 987 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 | 186.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.