Recreation Way is in Lee Moor, Plymouth and in South Hams district. PL7 5JH is located in the Bickleigh & Cornwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Recreation Way, Lee Moor, Plymouth, PL7 5JH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL7 5JQ, PL7 5JF, PL7 5JG, PL7 5LH, PL7 5LG, PL7 5JJ, PL7 5JA, PL7 5JB, PL7 5JD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL7 5JH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.8% | 50.6% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 45.2% | 49.4% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 25.3% | 31.1% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -6.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 44.6% | -8.2% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 14% | -0.6% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 39.4% | 48.6% | 9.2% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 33.3% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 11.9% | -6.9% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 5.3% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.3% | 27.8% | -6.5% | 18.2% | 9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 9.3% | -7.6% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 8.8% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 18.6% | 12.4% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.2% | 18.6% | -1.6% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 5.2% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99% | 98.4% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 96.2% | 95.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 3.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.4% | 76.7% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 23.1% | 13.5% | 9.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 52.7% | 46.2% | 6.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Recreation Way was 12.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.0% lower than the Bickleigh & Cornwood average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Recreation Way has the 8th lowest crime rate of 47 local areas in Bickleigh & Cornwood and the 37th lowest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.1%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bijoro Recreation Way, Plymouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £510,000 | 2025-07-14 | £484,500 |
| 9 Recreation Way, Plymouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2024-03-15 | £223,176 |
| 7 Recreation Way, Plymouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2017-10-13 | £192,420 |
| Bijoro Recreation Way, Plymouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2017-09-22 | £508,021 |
| Bijoro Recreation Way, Plymouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2009-10-30 | £452,759 |
PL7 5JH area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
PL7 5JH 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Retired | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Mining and quarrying | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaugh Prior Primary School Shaugh Prior , PL7 5HA | 3out of 4 | 3,462 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cornwood Church of England Primary School School Lane , Cornwood PL21 9PZ | 3out of 4 | 4,285 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sparkwell All Saints Primary School , Sparkwell PL7 5DD | 3out of 4 | 4,545 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Moor Recreation Ground RECREATION WAY | grass pitches | 123 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 258.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 37.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.