Tavistock Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL6 8AA 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 Tavistock Road, Plymouth, PL6 8AA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL6 8BD, PL6 8AH, PL6 8DR, PL6 8AB, PL6 8AG, PL6 8AQ, PL6 8AN, PL6 6LJ, PL6 5JG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL6 8AA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 53.1% | 53.8% | 0.7% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 46.9% | 46.2% | -0.7% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 8AA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.1% 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 | 17% | 20.6% | 3.6% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66% | 60.1% | -5.9% | 44.2% | 15.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 3.5% | 3.5% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -5.6% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 13.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 7.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.7% | 50.8% | 1.1% | 48.4% | 2.4% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 30.2% | 1.3% | 33.6% | -3.4% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 16.5% | 1.1% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 2.1% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.2% | 14.8% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.7% | 8% | 1.3% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 12.3% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 4.8% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 38.1% | 40.5% | 2.4% | 33.8% | 6.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.8% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 97.2% | 88.9% | -8.3% | 81.4% | 7.5% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 87.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.5% | 87.7% | -7.8% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 4.9% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 4.1% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 88.6% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -4.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 2.5% | -0.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.1% | 76.7% | 1.4% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 1.9% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.5% | 13.5% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.7% | 37.2% | -3.5% |
| Christian | 57% | 46.2% | 10.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tavistock Road was 205.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 111.8% higher than the Budshead average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Tavistock Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 144 local areas in Budshead and the 104th highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 165.3%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 283 Tavistock Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2025-03-28 | £430,498 |
| 275 Tavistock Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2022-05-31 | £628,982 |
| 289 Tavistock Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £472,500 | 2021-01-18 | £577,437 |
| 293 - 295 Tavistock Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Other, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2019-07-10 | £981,728 |
| 293 - 295 Tavistock Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Other, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2019-07-10 | £981,728 |
PL6 8AA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PL6 8AA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 148 |
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 24 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 2,002 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 | 4,648 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Primary Academy Pendeen Crescent , Southway PL6 6QS | 3out of 4 | 1,051 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Beechwood Primary Academy 31 Rockfield Avenue , Southway PL6 6DX | 3out of 4 | 1,227 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 | 1,263 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Widewell Primary Academy Lulworth Drive , Roborough PL6 7ER | 3out of 4 | 1,458 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornbury Primary School Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UL | 3out of 4 | 1,549 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame RC School Looseleigh Lane , Derriford PL6 5HN | 3out of 4 | 478 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Sir John Hunt Community Sports College Lancaster Gardens , Whitleigh PL5 4AA | 2out of 4 | 1,802 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor Bridge High Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 2,002 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 2,183 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | 3out of 4 | 2,507 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| College of St Mark & St John Derriford Road , PL6 8BH | - not rated | 851 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodview Learning Community , Picklecombe Drive PL6 5ES | 3out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cann Bridge School Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 1,956 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 2,234 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brook Green Centre for Learning Bodmin Road , Whitleigh PL5 4DZ | 4out of 4 | 2,734 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass at The Grand Stand | College Of St Mark And St John, Derriford Road | 70 yd | |
| Nuffield Health Devonshire | 10 Plymbridge Lane | 353 yd | |
| Oasis | Derriford United Reformed Church, Powisland Drive | 384 yd | |
| KFC | 227 Tavistock Road | 536 yd | |
| Goodness at Greens | Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road | 653 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jack Rabbit | The Jack Rabbit, 8 Bracken Lane | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | Unit D, Morlaix Drive | 590 yd | |
| Derriford Chinese Takeaway | 79A Upland Drive | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Unit 4, Crownhill Retail Park | 536 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer Simply Foods | Main Building, Derriford Hospital | 653 yd | |
| Iceland at The Range | Unit 15 William Prance Road | 843 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymouth College (Delgany Sports Ground) DELGANY VIEW | grass pitches | 214 yd |
| Nuffield Health (Devonshire) PLYMBRIDGE LANE | health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 368 yd |
| Notre Dame Roman Catholic School LOOSELEIGH LANE | grass pitches | 544 yd |
| Marjon Sport Centre DERRIFORD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 730 yd |
| Derriford Health And Leisure Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 880 yd |
| Seaton Swimming Pool (Closed) Brest Road | swimming pool | 935 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 | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 81.8% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 162.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.