Crown Gardens is in Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL6 5JA is located in the Eggbuckland electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Plymouth, Moor View. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Crown Gardens, Plymouth, PL6 5JA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL6 5NG, PL6 5LE, PL6 5NQ, PL6 5JY, PL6 5LA, PL6 5NR, PL6 5NS, PL6 5NT, PL6 5LD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL6 5JA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 50.6% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 48.7% | 49.4% | 0.7% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of PL6 5JA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 16.4% | 19% | 2.6% | 37.9% | -18.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.2% | 58.6% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 10.5% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 11% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 4.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.9% | 39% | 2.1% | 48.4% | -9.4% |
| Good health | 38% | 32.2% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 16.7% | 17.4% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 8.5% | 2.0% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 | 27.2% | 20.9% | -6.3% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 12.1% | -2.6% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 12.6% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.8% | 9.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.1% | 14.9% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.3% | 26.5% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -7.3% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3.3% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.3% | 98.3% | 4.0% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95.4% | 95.3% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 95.3% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26% | 37.2% | -11.2% |
| Christian | 61.9% | 46.2% | 15.7% |
| Buddhist | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Crown Gardens was 13.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.3% lower than the Budshead average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Crown Gardens has the 7th lowest crime rate of 144 local areas in Budshead and the 51st lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -85.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Crown Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2018-02-02 | £257,081 |
| 6 Crown Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2017-05-05 | £260,918 |
| 6 Crown Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2014-04-11 | £282,236 |
| 1 Crown Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2009-07-24 | £314,940 |
| 4 Crown Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2008-11-14 | £309,419 |
PL6 5JA area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 PL6 5JA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plym Bridge Nursery and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 1,858 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ham Drive Nursery School and Day Care Ham Drive , Ham PL2 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 3,531 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Widey Court Primary School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 389 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Vale Primary School Eggbuckland Vale Primary School, Charfield Drive , Charfield Drive PL6 5PS | 3out of 4 | 542 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy 1 Peregrine Road , PL6 5FN | 2out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manadon Vale Primary School St Peter's Road , Manadon PL5 3DL | 3out of 4 | 1,090 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's CofE Primary School Fort Austin Avenue , Eggbuckland PL6 5ST | 3out of 4 | 1,184 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | 3out of 4 | 596 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 978 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Tor Bridge High Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 2,003 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame RC School Looseleigh Lane , Derriford PL6 5HN | 3out of 4 | 2,020 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Sir John Hunt Community Sports College Lancaster Gardens , Whitleigh PL5 4AA | 2out of 4 | 2,342 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 5,108 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 | 5,000 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 414 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 1,858 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cann Bridge School Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 1,935 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College of St Mark & St John Derriford Road , PL6 8BH | - not rated | 2,186 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodview Learning Community , Picklecombe Drive PL6 5ES | 3out of 4 | 2,298 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth Garden Centre Coffee Shop | Plymouth Garden Centre, Fort Austin Avenue | 324 yd | |
| Crownhill Charcoal Grill | 26 Morshead Road | 878 yd | |
| Village Bakery And Takeaway | 19 Morshead Road | 917 yd | |
| Nibana | 9 Morshead Road | 917 yd | |
| Cafe 89 | The Range, Unit 17 William Prance Road | 980 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal British Legion | Tailyour Road | 586 yd | |
| The Prince Maurice | 3 Church Hill | 760 yd | |
| The Tamar | Tamar Hotel, 1-5 Morshead Road | 917 yd | |
| Manadon Masonic Hall | 104 Tavistock Road | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggbuckland Fish And Chip Shop | 1 Hayes Place | 814 yd | |
| China Palace | 52 Morshead Road | 877 yd | |
| Feedwell Chinese Takeaway | 131 Speedwell Crescent | 901 yd | |
| Babas 40 Dishes | 33 Morshead Road | 917 yd | |
| Baba's Indian Takeaway | 33 Morshead Road | 917 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 27-29A Morshead Road | 917 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Courtlands School Widey Lane | grass pitches | 445 yd |
| Eggbuckland Community College WESTCOTT CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 573 yd |
| Seaton Swimming Pool (Closed) Brest Road | swimming pool | 984 yd |
| St Boniface'S Catholic College BONIFACE LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,083 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.