Samuel Bassett Avenue is in Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL6 6FL is located in the Southway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Plymouth, Moor View. This postcode has been in use since 2010-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Samuel Bassett Avenue, Plymouth, PL6 6FL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL6 6FH, PL6 6FG, PL6 7DT, PL6 7DS, PL6 6DB, PL6 6DF, PL6 6DD, PL6 6FD, PL6 7DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL6 6FL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 52.1% | 53% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 47.9% | 47% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 PL6 6FL, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% 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 | 42.9% | 42.9% | 0.0% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37% | 40.6% | 3.6% | 44.2% | -3.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 5.2% | 3.4% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 9.6% | -4.0% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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 (86.7%) 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 | 54.3% | 56.9% | 2.6% | 48.4% | 8.5% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 29.8% | -1.6% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 10.2% | 0.6% | 12.7% | -2.5% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 2.7% | -2.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 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.
In the area around PL6 6FL this area, 6.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.4% | 6.2% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -12.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.8% | 7.7% | -13.1% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 15.1% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.6% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 25.5% | 8.0% | 16.9% | 8.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.9% | 37.5% | 9.6% | 33.8% | 3.7% |
| Other | 3.2% | 1.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.5% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 95.2% | 93.1% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 11.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 92.6% | 91.9% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 92.6% | 92.1% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.3% | 1.2% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 59.6% | 37.2% | 22.4% |
| Christian | 36.8% | 46.2% | -9.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Samuel Bassett Avenue was 50.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.5% lower than the Budshead average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Samuel Bassett Avenue has the 58th lowest crime rate of 145 local areas in Budshead and the 341st lowest crime rate of 837 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 68.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% 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 Samuel Bassett Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2025-12-19 | £137,908 |
| 6 Samuel Bassett Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £139,500 | 2025-12-12 | £137,416 |
| 14 Samuel Bassett Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2025-06-12 | £357,779 |
| 56 Samuel Bassett Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2025-06-09 | £237,991 |
| 50 Samuel Bassett Avenue, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2021-11-26 | £319,110 |
PL6 6FL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 119 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 2,949 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langley Junior School Pendeen Crescent , Southway PL6 6QS | - not rated | 300 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Primary School Pendeen Crescent , Southway PL6 6QS | - not rated | 300 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Primary Academy Pendeen Crescent , Southway PL6 6QS | - not rated | 300 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langley Community Infants' School Pendeen Crescent , Southway PL6 6QS | - not rated | 303 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Widewell Primary School Lulworth Drive , Roborough PL6 7ER | - not rated | 331 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southway Community College Rockfield Avenue , Southway PL6 6DY | - not rated | 1,086 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame RC School Looseleigh Lane , Derriford PL6 5HN | 3out of 4 | 1,369 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Notre Dame RC School Looseleigh Lane , Derriford PL6 5HN | - not rated | 1,369 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Plymouth Studio School Derriford Road , PL6 8BH | - not rated | 1,797 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Widey High School for Boys Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JT | - not rated | 2,033 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of St Mark & St John Derriford Road , PL6 8BH | - not rated | 1,489 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth Hospital & Outreach School Greenfields , C/O Estover Primary School PL6 8UJ | - not rated | 1,880 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodview Learning Community , Picklecombe Drive PL6 5ES | 3out of 4 | 1,985 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth Tuition Service: Young Parent's Centre Lancaster Gardens , Whitleigh PL5 4AA | - not rated | 2,508 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Cann Bridge School 23 Eden Valley Gardens , Estover PL6 8EE | - not rated | 2,863 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1440 Compass | UTC Aerospace Systems, Clittaford Road | 58 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining | 2 Woolwell Crescent | 902 yd | |
| Oasis | Derriford United Reformed Church, Powisland Drive | 1,026 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Toby Carvery | George Hotel, 399 Tavistock Road | 610 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southway Chinese Takeaway | 347 Southway Drive | 546 yd | |
| Southway Pizza | 329 Southway Drive | 546 yd | |
| Southway Charcoal Grill | 321 Southway Drive | 577 yd | |
| Chulo House Indian and Nepalese | 177 Clittaford Road | 919 yd | |
| Derriford Chinese Takeaway | 79A Upland Drive | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 2 Flamborough Road | 416 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | Towerfield Drive | 902 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 Woolwell Crescent | 902 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Widewell Primary Academy LULWORTH DRIVE | grass pitches | 289 yd |
| Langley Junior (Closed) Pendeen Crescent | grass pitches | 303 yd |
| Tamerton Foliot Football Club Belliver Way | grass pitches | 741 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 | 47.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 15.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 15.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 15.8% |
| 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 | 52.6% |
| Median download speed | 32.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.