Court Wood is in Newton Ferrers, Plymouth and in South Hams district. PL8 1BW is located in the Newton & Yealmpton 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 Court Wood, Newton Ferrers, Plymouth, PL8 1BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL8 1BW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 51.8% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 49.8% | 48.2% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 PL8 1BW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.6% 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 | 13.9% | 17.7% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -20.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70% | 64.6% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 20.4% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 9.2% | 0.8% | 9.1% | 0.1% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 49.2% | 46.5% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 38.4% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 8.4% | 12% | 3.6% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 1.8% | -2.5% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
In the area around PL8 1BW this area, 3.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 60.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8% | 3.1% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.1% | 4.6% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 11.2% | -6.9% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 5.8% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 14.6% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.2% | 60.8% | 10.6% | 33.8% | 27.0% |
| Other | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.6% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 92.9% | 92.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.9% | 92.6% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 0% | -6.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.6% | 76.7% | 15.9% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 4.9% | 13.5% | -8.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 64.4% | 46.2% | 18.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Court Wood was 31.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 10.6% lower than the Newton & Yealmpton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Court Wood has the 11th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Newton & Yealmpton and the 137th lowest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 69% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rush Point Court Wood, Plymouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £1,400,000 | 2019-11-14 | £1,437,966 |
| Herons Reach Court Wood, Plymouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £2,350,000 | 2019-09-12 | £2,797,619 |
| The Oaks Court Wood, Plymouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2017-03-31 | £477,894 |
| Gomorin Court Wood, Plymouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £735,000 | 2016-12-21 | £942,308 |
| Kingfisher Quay Court Wood, Plymouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £789,950 | 2016-12-13 | £1,049,337 |
PL8 1BW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% 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.
PL8 1BW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in PL8 1BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Ferrers Church of England Primary School Newton Ferrers , Dillons the Green PL8 1AS | 4out of 4 | 1,412 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wembury Primary School Knighton Road , Wembury PL9 0EB | 3out of 4 | 1,710 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School Elliott's Hill , Brixton PL8 2AG | 4out of 4 | 4,129 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goosewell Primary Academy Goosewell Road , Plymstock PL9 9HD | 2out of 4 | 5,090 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Elburton Primary School Haye Road South , Elburton PL9 8HJ | 4out of 4 | 5,127 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coombe Dean School Charnhill Way , Elburton PL9 8ES | 2out of 4 | 4,827 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1 Newton Hill, Newton Ferrers | 1,092 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.9% |
| 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 | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 400 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 400 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 117.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 400 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.