Wasdale Close is in Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL6 8TL is located in the Moor View 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 Wasdale Close, Plymouth, PL6 8TL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL6 8TT, PL6 8TJ, PL6 8TW, PL6 8EE, PL6 8TP, PL6 8TN, PL6 8TS, PL6 8EP, PL6 8EN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding PL6 8TL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 54.5% | 53.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 45.5% | 46.5% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 | 29.5% | 37.1% | 7.6% | 37.9% | -0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.3% | 42.8% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.9% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 16% | 13.7% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 4.6% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 3.6% | -6.7% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
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 | 43.4% | 49.7% | 6.3% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 28.3% | 32.8% | 4.5% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 19.7% | 12.9% | -6.8% | 12.7% | 0.2% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 3.8% | -3.8% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 31.4% | 22.4% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.5% | 7.6% | -12.9% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 13.4% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 8.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 22.7% | 11.8% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 23.1% | 12.2% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.2% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.3% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.1% | -0.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 99.5% | 89.3% | -10.2% | 81.4% | 7.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 0.1% | 1.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 92.4% 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 | 97.5% | 92.4% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 5.6% | -2.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 92.2% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.5% | 37.2% | 14.3% |
| Christian | 43.5% | 46.2% | -2.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wasdale Close was 16.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.3% lower than the Moor View average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wasdale Close has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Moor View and the 82nd lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Wasdale Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2017-02-10 | £179,958 |
| 19 Wasdale Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2016-05-25 | £221,189 |
| 3 Wasdale Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2016-05-19 | £206,010 |
| 19 Wasdale Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2014-09-15 | £182,290 |
| 3 Wasdale Close, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2011-02-21 | £213,054 |
PL6 8TL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 121 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 195 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 | 5,248 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tor Bridge Primary School Eden Valley Gardens , Estover PL6 8EE | - not rated | 274 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornbury Primary School Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UL | 3out of 4 | 736 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy 1 Peregrine Road , PL6 5FN | 2out of 4 | 811 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigham Primary School Cockington Close , Leigham PL6 8RF | 3out of 4 | 919 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edward's CofE Primary School Fort Austin Avenue , Eggbuckland PL6 5ST | 3out of 4 | 1,077 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tor Bridge High Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 285 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eggbuckland Community College Westcott Close , Eggbuckland PL6 5YB | 3out of 4 | 2,045 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Notre Dame RC School Looseleigh Lane , Derriford PL6 5HN | 3out of 4 | 2,245 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Boniface's RC College 21 Boniface Lane , Crownhill PL5 3AG | 1out of 4 | 2,627 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Boys | More About School |
| Sir John Hunt Community Sports College Lancaster Gardens , Whitleigh PL5 4AA | 2out of 4 | 3,318 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cann Bridge School Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 216 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| College of St Mark & St John Derriford Road , PL6 8BH | - not rated | 1,311 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Courtlands School Widey Lane , Crownhill PL6 5JS | 3out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Woodview Learning Community , Picklecombe Drive PL6 5ES | 3out of 4 | 3,031 yd | Foundation special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| King's School Hartley Road , Mannamead PL3 5LW | - not rated | 3,442 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eurest at Asda | Asda Stores, Leypark Drive | 475 yd | |
| Cafe JBs | John Bull Building, Research Way | 971 yd | |
| Als Kitchen | Airport Business Centre, 10 Thornbury Road | 1,003 yd | |
| The Hatch sandwich box | 3 Bush Park | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jolly Miller | Jolly Miller, Leypark Drive | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaws | 5 Leypark Drive | 475 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Leypark Drive | 407 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 2 Austin Crescent | 1,085 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tor Bridge Sports Centre Miller Way | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 190 yd |
| Estover Sports Centre (Closed) Miller Way | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 231 yd |
| Leigham Primary School COCKINGTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 835 yd |
| Derriford Health And Leisure Centre | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 947 yd |
| Murata (Closed) Thornbury Road | grass pitches | 1,079 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 | 50 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.