Underwood Road is in Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL7 1TB 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 Underwood Road, Plymouth, PL7 1TB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL7 1TD, PL7 1HL, PL7 1QB, PL7 1PY, PL7 1TF, PL7 1PX, PL7 1TY, PL7 1QA, PL7 1PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL7 1TB has a slightly higher male population, with 52.1% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 47.9% | -3.0% | 51.0% | -3.1% |
| Male | 49.1% | 52.1% | 3.0% | 49.0% | 3.1% |
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 | 25% | 28% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 48.5% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 4.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 11.9% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 9% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 46.3% | 48.1% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -0.3% |
| Good health | 36% | 30.9% | -5.1% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 17.2% | 3.5% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 20.9% | 14.7% | -6.2% | 18.2% | -3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.3% | 7.9% | -4.4% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 21.8% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 8.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 9% | 11.3% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 16.2% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 25.2% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| White | 99.7% | 99% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 97.8% | 97.1% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 97.1% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.1% | 76.7% | 7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.1% | 37.2% | 0.9% |
| Christian | 55.6% | 46.2% | 9.4% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Underwood Road was 44.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.1% lower than the Plympton Erle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Underwood Road has the 11th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Plympton Erle and the 295th lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.8%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 143 Underwood Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £327,500 | 2024-10-14 | £337,542 |
| 139 Underwood Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2024-09-02 | £401,030 |
| 147 Underwood Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2024-07-22 | £343,956 |
| 129 Underwood Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2023-05-31 | £235,180 |
| 125 Underwood Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-09-23 | £216,465 |
PL7 1TB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 PL7 1TB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,622 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Priory Junior Academy Ridgeway , Plympton PL7 1QN | 2out of 4 | 318 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plympton St Mary's CofE Infant School 8 Market Road , Plympton PL7 1QW | 2out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Plympton St Maurice Primary School Plympton Hill , Plympton PL7 1UB | 3out of 4 | 1,026 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Boringdon Primary School Courtland Crescent , Plympton PL7 4HJ | 4out of 4 | 1,174 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chaddlewood Primary School Hemerdon Heights , Plympton PL7 2EU | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plympton Academy Moorland Road , Plympton PL7 2RS | 3out of 4 | 502 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hele's School Seymour Road , Plympton PL7 4LT | 3out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymstock School Church Road , Plymstock PL9 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 3,780 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombe Dean School Charnhill Way , Elburton PL9 8ES | 2out of 4 | 4,126 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor Bridge High Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 4,640 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 | 854 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cann Bridge School Miller Way , Estover PL6 8UN | 3out of 4 | 4,677 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churchill Catering Ltd | Co-op, Ridgeway | 339 yd | |
| Subway | 68-70 Ridgeway | 370 yd | |
| b.kinda Coffee | 12-13 St Stephens Place | 372 yd | |
| The Co-operative Cafe | The Ridgeway | 391 yd | |
| Mollies Coffee Shop | 41 Ridgeway | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post Office Inn | 39 Ridgeway | 391 yd | |
| Sir Joshua Reynolds | 25 Ridgeway | 393 yd | |
| Plympton Conservative Club | 109 Ridgeway | 425 yd | |
| Union Inn | 17 Underwood Road | 441 yd | |
| Royal British Legion | 41 Market Road | 458 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Underwood Chinese | 120 Underwood Road | 199 yd | |
| The Plym Fish Bar | 11 St Stephens Place | 372 yd | |
| Ridgeway Grill | 79B Ridgeway | 393 yd | |
| The Guru | 27 Ridgeway | 393 yd | |
| Ridgeway Pizza | 94 Ridgeway | 403 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food Supermarket | Ridgeway | 339 yd | |
| Iceland | 7 St Stephens Place | 372 yd | |
| Tesco | Plymouth St Marys Express, Unit 1 St Marys Bridge | 653 yd | |
| Lidl UK GmbH | 149 Plymouth Road | 1,057 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 2b Westfield | 1,077 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plympton Lawn Tennis Club Ridgeway | tennis courts | 469 yd |
| Plympton Community Sports Centre MOORLAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 472 yd |
| Plympton Cricket Club HAREWOOD PLAYING FIELDS HAREWOOD PLAYING FIELDS RIDGEWAY | grass pitches | 608 yd |
| Plympton Swimming Pool HAREWOOD PARK HAREWOOD PARK | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 617 yd |
| Underwood Recreation Ground Market Road | grass pitches | 619 yd |
| Longcause Community Special School LONGCAUSE | 774 yd | |
| Westcountry Squash And Fitness Centre (Closed) Aylwin Close | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 905 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 | 54 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.