Turnquay is in Plymouth and in City Of Plymouth district. PL9 7NN is located in the Plymstock Radford electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South West Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Turnquay, Plymouth, PL9 7NN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL9 7NJ, PL9 7NG, PL9 7NL, PL9 7LW, PL9 7NE, PL9 7NQ, PL9 7LN, PL9 7LL, PL9 7ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding PL9 7NN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.5% 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 | 51.7% | 48.5% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -2.5% |
| Male | 48.3% | 51.5% | 3.2% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of PL9 7NN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.3% 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 | 24.1% | 23.6% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -14.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54% | 59.3% | 5.3% | 44.2% | 15.1% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11% | 8.7% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 6.8% | -2.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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% | 53.1% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 4.7% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 28.8% | -7.0% | 33.6% | -4.8% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 12.6% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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 | 19% | 15% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 11.9% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.9% | 9.6% | 0.7% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 18.5% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.1% | 32.3% | 3.2% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.2% | 99% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
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 | 98.3% | 97.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 97.7% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.4% | 76.7% | 9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Turnquay was 52.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.4% lower than the Plymstock Radford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Turnquay has the 14th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Plymstock Radford and the 344th lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -54.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Turnquay, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £357,500 | 2021-09-22 | £422,353 |
| 18 Turnquay, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-10-02 | £428,245 |
| 18 Turnquay, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2004-05-26 | £627,669 |
| 58 Dukes Cottages Turnquay, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, a newly built property | £225,000 | 2003-11-28 | £475,207 |
PL9 7NN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 PL9 7NN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 92 |
| Full-Time Employee | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oreston Community Academy Oreston Road , Plymstock PL9 7JY | 3out of 4 | 387 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hooe Primary Academy Hooe Road , Hooe PL9 9RG | 3out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Prince Rock Primary School Embankment Road , PL4 9JF | 4out of 4 | 1,229 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pomphlett Primary School Howard Road , Plymstock PL9 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Salisbury Road Primary School Salisbury Road , PL4 8QZ | 2out of 4 | 1,905 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymstock School Church Road , Plymstock PL9 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,816 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Co-operative Academy Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | 2out of 4 | 2,468 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombe Dean School Charnhill Way , Elburton PL9 8ES | 2out of 4 | 2,735 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 2,846 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Devonport High School for Boys Paradise Road , Stoke PL1 5QP | 4out of 4 | 4,188 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City College Plymouth Kings Road , Devonport PL1 5QG | - not rated | 4,599 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbay Academy 22 Millbay Road , PL1 3EG | - not rated | 3,348 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACE Schools Plymouth Martins Gate , Bretonside PL4 0AT | 3out of 4 | 2,176 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 2,472 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 2,661 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 2,927 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 3,462 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Green Room | 12 Neptune Park | 393 yd | |
| The Mess Room | Plymouth Yacht Haven, Breakwater Road | 553 yd | |
| The Guard Room | The Guard Room @ Turnchapel Wharf | 608 yd | |
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail | Plymouth Mail Centre, Breakwater Road | 613 yd | |
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail | Plym Customer Contact Centre, Drakes House, Breakwater Road | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | The Kings Arms, The Quay | 94 yd | |
| Boringdon Arms | 13 Boringdon Terrace | 619 yd | |
| Clovelly Bay Inn | New Inn, 1-2 Boringdon Road | 795 yd | |
| Royal Oak Inn | Royal Oak Inn, Lake Road | 807 yd | |
| Eighteen 87 | Morley Arms, 4 Billacombe Road | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ying Wah | 2 Hooe Road | 1,010 yd | |
| Lacky's Balti House Takeaway | 4 Hooe Road | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland at The Range | Units 29-34, Sugar Mill Industrial Estate, Billacombe Road | 912 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | 15 Pomphlett Road | 931 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oreston Recreation Ground Thornyville Villas | grass pitches | 487 yd |
| Fort Stamford Health & Fitness FORT STAMFORD HEALTH AND FITNESS FORT STAMFORD HEALTH AND FITNESS STAMFORD LANE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 910 yd |
| Extreme Fitness (Closed) Unit 101/103 Unit 101/103 Faraday Road | health and fitness suite | 978 yd |
| Plymouth Performance Gym UNIT 34-35 UNIT 34-35 FARADAY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 979 yd |
| Hooe Primary Academy HOOE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Crossfit Plymouth UNIT 71 UNIT 71 FARADAY ROAD | 1,049 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 | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 28.6% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.