Erle Gardens is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL7 1NZ is located in the Plympton Erle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1996-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Erle Gardens, Plymouth, PL7 1NZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL7 1NU, PL7 1PD, PL7 1NT, PL7 1NY, PL7 1PF, PL7 1JZ, PL7 1UD, PL7 1JW, PL7 1LB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL7 1NZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 50.9% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 48.3% | 49.1% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 23.9% | 33.8% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 40% | -15.6% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 6.9% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 4.7% |
| Divorced | 10.6% | 11.5% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 7.7% | 3.5% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46% | 52% | 6.0% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 29.7% | -5.9% | 33.6% | -3.9% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 10.3% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.4% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 8% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 14.1% | 11.9% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -6.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 7.1% | -13.3% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.5% | 23% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 9.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 7.9% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.6% | 18.3% | 0.7% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 28.6% | 11.0% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 4.9% | 3.2% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.3% | 98.3% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 94.8% | 97.7% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 97.7% | 2.9% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78% | 76.7% | 1.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 57.1% | 37.2% | 19.9% |
| Christian | 35.4% | 46.2% | -10.8% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Erle Gardens was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Plympton Chaddlewood average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Erle Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2025-08-27 | £258,019 |
| 51 Erle Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-03-27 | £234,961 |
| 35 Erle Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £228,000 | 2023-01-30 | £237,576 |
| 43 Erle Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-06-22 | £225,123 |
| 44 Erle Gardens, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2022-06-13 | £190,819 |
PL7 1NZ 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 | 52 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plympton St Maurice Primary School Plympton Hill , Plympton PL7 1UB | 3out of 4 | 319 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Yealmpstone Farm Primary School Meadowfield Place , Plympton PL7 1XQ | 3out of 4 | 652 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Glen Park Primary School Glen Road , Plympton PL7 2DE | 3out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaddlewood Primary School Hemerdon Heights , Plympton PL7 2EU | 3out of 4 | 1,201 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Priory Junior Academy Ridgeway , Plympton PL7 1QN | 2out of 4 | 1,551 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plympton Academy Moorland Road , Plympton PL7 2RS | 3out of 4 | 1,246 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hele's School Seymour Road , Plympton PL7 4LT | 3out of 4 | 2,379 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombe Dean School Charnhill Way , Elburton PL9 8ES | 2out of 4 | 4,222 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymstock School Church Road , Plymstock PL9 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 4,249 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longcause Community Special School Longcause , Plympton St Maurice PL7 1JB | 3out of 4 | 495 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brook Inn | The Brook Inn, Longbrook Street | 580 yd | |
| The London Inn | London Inn, 8 Church Road | 699 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Longcause Community Special School LONGCAUSE | 583 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 | 70.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 190.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.