Speedwell Crescent is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL6 5SZ 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 Speedwell Crescent, Plymouth, PL6 5SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL6 5TH, PL6 5PT, PL6 5SW, PL6 5SP, PL6 5PP, PL6 5SN, PL6 5SY, PL6 5PR, PL6 5SL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL6 5SZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 52.4% | 52.1% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 47.9% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 19.1% | 38.7% | 19.6% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.2% | 41.3% | -21.9% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 3.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 10.2% | -1.6% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.2% | 6.4% | 3.2% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.2% | 54.3% | -2.9% | 48.4% | 5.9% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 32.2% | 0.7% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 10.4% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 2.8% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.5% | 13.9% | -5.6% | 18.2% | -4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 7.6% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 14.8% | -1.1% | 13.4% | 1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 10.5% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 27% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 10.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 23.6% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 5% | 2.5% | -2.5% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.6% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 95.9% | 96.5% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 96.5% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.8% | 13.5% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Speedwell Crescent was 14.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.2% lower than the Compton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Speedwell Crescent has the 6th lowest crime rate of 71 local areas in Compton and the 68th lowest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Speedwell Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £184,000 | 2025-10-08 | £184,883 |
| 111 Speedwell Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2024-12-13 | £223,540 |
| 113 Speedwell Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £231,000 | 2024-05-10 | £249,337 |
| 71 Speedwell Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-02-09 | £308,529 |
| 27 Speedwell Crescent, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2023-10-24 | £229,435 |
PL6 5SZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 2,124 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 | 3,684 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eggbuckland Vale Primary School Charfield Drive , Eggbuckland PL6 5PS | - not rated | 490 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Vale Primary School Eggbuckland Vale Primary School, Charfield Drive , Charfield Drive PL6 5PS | - not rated | 490 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Compton CofE Primary School Higher Compton Road , PL3 5JB | 3out of 4 | 729 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Farm Academy Delamere Road , Eggbuckland PL6 5XQ | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Austin Farm Primary School Delamere Road , Eggbuckland PL6 5XQ | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 473 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | - not rated | 473 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burleigh County Secondary School Burleigh Lane , PL3 5PP | - not rated | 573 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | - not rated | 1,641 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | - not rated | 1,641 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Boys | 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 | 4,725 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 | 4,390 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 | 923 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 1out of 4 | 923 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth Tuition Services Years 3 -9 15 Eggbuckland Road , Mannamead PL3 5HF | - not rated | 1,132 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Western College Preparatory School Seymour Road , PL3 5AS | - not rated | 1,619 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenacres Tea Room | 12 Pearn Road | 584 yd | |
| Plymouth Garden Centre Coffee Shop | Plymouth Garden Centre, Fort Austin Avenue | 921 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prince Maurice | 3 Church Hill | 479 yd | |
| The Rising Sun | 138 Eggbuckland Road | 624 yd | |
| Bluebird | 164 Eggbuckland Road | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feedwell Chinese Takeaway | 131 Speedwell Crescent | 1 yd | |
| Eggbuckland Fish And Chip Shop | 1 Hayes Place | 480 yd | |
| Wongs | 82 Priory Road | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 147-149 Eggbuckland Road | 600 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 137 Eggbuckland Road | 629 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 15 Frogmore Avenue | 816 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 2 Austin Crescent | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Eggbuckland Community College WESTCOTT CLOSE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 424 yd |
| Collings Park Eggbuckland Road | grass pitches | 719 yd |
| Hill Lane Tennis Club HILL LANE | tennis courts | 790 yd |
| Mannamead Lawn Tennis Club EGGBUCKLAND ROAD | tennis courts | 816 yd |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane | grass pitches | 924 yd |
| Hartley Park Mannamead Road | tennis courts | 1,029 yd |
| Hill Lane Tennis Club At Lockington Avenue LOCKINGTON AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,037 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 | 58.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.