Kingswear Crescent is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL6 5PJ is located in the Eggbuckland 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 Kingswear Crescent, Plymouth, PL6 5PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL6 5NX, PL6 5PG, PL6 5PN, PL6 5NY, PL6 5PW, PL6 5PQ, PL6 5PF, PL6 5WB, PL6 5PD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL6 5PJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.9% | 51.6% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 48.1% | 48.4% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 5PJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% 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 | 10.6% | 13.1% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -24.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.5% | 62.9% | -4.6% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 0.4% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 3.3% | 5.9% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 15% | 17.7% | 2.7% | 6.1% | 11.6% |
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 (67.3%) 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 | 31.6% | 29% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -19.4% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 38.3% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 4.7% |
| Fair health | 22.9% | 24.6% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 11.9% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 6% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 4.1% | 2% | -2.1% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
In the area around PL6 5PJ this area, 31.2% 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 13.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.8% | 31.2% | -4.6% | 18.2% | 13.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 13.1% | -0.3% | 9.6% | 3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.5% | 9.7% | 1.2% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 11.4% | 14.8% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 9.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.4% | 11.4% | -2.0% | 16.9% | -5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.2% | 13.1% | -1.1% | 33.8% | -20.7% |
| Other | 3.3% | 6.8% | 3.5% | 2.8% | 4.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.8% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 96.6% | 98.4% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 98.4% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.9% | 37.2% | -8.3% |
| Christian | 67.1% | 46.2% | 20.9% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingswear Crescent was 28.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 73.9% lower than the Efford and Lipson average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Kingswear Crescent has the 11th lowest crime rate of 81 local areas in Efford and Lipson and the 182nd lowest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% 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 Kingswear Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2026-01-21 | £315,306 |
| 13 Kingswear Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2025-11-21 | £292,491 |
| 35 Kingswear Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-10-09 | £250,957 |
| 29 Kingswear Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £111,000 | 2022-12-09 | £115,515 |
| 23 Kingswear Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-03-30 | £226,947 |
PL6 5PJ 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 5PJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 61% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 145 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plym Bridge Nursery School and Day Care Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 1,256 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 | 4,275 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Edward's CofE Primary School Fort Austin Avenue , Eggbuckland PL6 5ST | - not rated | 327 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's CofE Primary School Fort Austin Avenue , Eggbuckland PL6 5ST | 3out of 4 | 327 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Vale Primary School Charfield Drive , Eggbuckland PL6 5PS | - not rated | 577 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Vale Primary School Eggbuckland Vale Primary School, Charfield Drive , Charfield Drive PL6 5PS | - not rated | 577 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy 1 Peregrine Road , PL6 5FN | 3out of 4 | 997 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2out of 4 | 909 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | - not rated | 909 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burleigh County Secondary School Burleigh Lane , PL3 5PP | - not rated | 1,384 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor Bridge High Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 1,424 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor Bridge High Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | - not rated | 1,424 yd | Community school | 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 | 5,267 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 | - not rated | 1,142 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 1out of 4 | 1,142 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cann Bridge School 23 Eden Valley Gardens , Estover PL6 8EE | - not rated | 1,365 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth Hospital & Outreach School Greenfields , C/O Estover Primary School PL6 8UJ | - not rated | 1,622 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth Tuition Services Years 3 -9 15 Eggbuckland Road , Mannamead PL3 5HF | - not rated | 2,002 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | 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 | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prince Maurice | 3 Church Hill | 407 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eggbuckland Fish And Chip Shop | 1 Hayes Place | 427 yd | |
| Feedwell Chinese Takeaway | 131 Speedwell Crescent | 878 yd | |
| Heaven | 65 Delamere Road | 1,063 yd | |
| Shimla | 71 Delamere Road | 1,063 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 2 Austin Crescent | 388 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 15 Frogmore Avenue | 949 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eggbuckland Community College WESTCOTT CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 907 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 | 43.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.