Taunton Avenue is in Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL5 4ES is located in the Budshead 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 Taunton Avenue, Plymouth, PL5 4ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL5 4JA, PL5 4JB, PL5 4HB, PL5 4JT, PL5 4HA, PL5 4JG, PL5 4ER, PL5 4JH, PL5 4JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL5 4ES, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% 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 | 49% | 53.2% | 4.2% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 51% | 46.8% | -4.2% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around PL5 4ES, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.8% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41% | 42.8% | 1.8% | 37.9% | 4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.5% | 34.4% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.7% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 7% | -7.5% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.4% | 11.2% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38% | 44.4% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -4.0% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 35.5% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 14% | -4.8% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 4.8% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 15.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 27.9% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 9.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.6% | 12.6% | -5.0% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 18.1% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 11.6% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 14.4% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 15.3% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -18.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.3% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 97.9% | 96.9% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 97.9% | 97.9% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 30.4% | 13.5% | 16.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59% | 37.2% | 21.8% |
| Christian | 38.2% | 46.2% | -8.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 1.7% | 6.0% | -4.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Taunton Avenue was 92.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.9% lower than the Budshead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Taunton Avenue has the 48th highest crime rate of 144 local areas in Budshead and the 320th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96 Taunton Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-02-28 | £235,676 |
| 96 Taunton Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2020-06-05 | £225,424 |
| 134 Taunton Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2014-08-27 | £67,711 |
| 102 Taunton Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2012-06-19 | £151,618 |
| 100 Taunton Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2009-10-16 | £166,378 |
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Education | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 3,198 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plym Bridge Nursery and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 4,904 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's RC Primary School Brentford Avenue , Whitleigh PL5 4HD | 3out of 4 | 443 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Knowle Primary School Ringmore Way , West Park PL5 3QG | 2out of 4 | 723 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Primary School Taunton Avenue , Whitleigh PL5 4HW | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ernesettle Community School Biggin Hill , Ernesettle PL5 2RB | 3out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mary Dean's CofE Primary School Mary Dean Avenue , Tamerton Foliot PL5 4LS | 3out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sir John Hunt Community Sports College Lancaster Gardens , Whitleigh PL5 4AA | 2out of 4 | 1,393 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marine Academy Plymouth Trevithick Road , PL5 2AF | - not rated | 2,156 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England Academy Pennycross , PL5 3NE | 1out of 4 | 2,408 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame RC School Looseleigh Lane , Derriford PL6 5HN | 3out of 4 | 2,670 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 2,816 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brook Green Centre for Learning Bodmin Road , Whitleigh PL5 4DZ | 4out of 4 | 683 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mill Ford School Rochford Crescent , Ernesettle PL5 2PY | 3out of 4 | 819 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodview Learning Community , Picklecombe Drive PL6 5ES | 3out of 4 | 1,751 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Tamar School Row Lane , Higher St Budeaux PL5 2EF | 3out of 4 | 2,214 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 3,526 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Porkies Cafe | 49 Whitleigh Green | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkway Sports & Social Club | Parkway Sports & Social Club, Ernesettle Lane | 402 yd | |
| The Albemarle | The Albemarle, Budshead Road | 535 yd | |
| The Kings Arms | Kings Arms, Tamerton Foliot Road | 865 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Whitleigh Green Fish & Chips | 47 Whitleigh Green | 935 yd | |
| May Fong | Carrs House, Fore Street | 1,028 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aylesbury Crescent Taunton Avenue | grass pitches | 432 yd |
| The Brook Green Centre For Learning BODMIN ROAD | grass pitches | 642 yd |
| Knowle Battery Ringmore Way | grass pitches | 770 yd |
| Lakeside Bottoms Lakeside Drive | grass pitches | 1,028 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 55.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.