Church Road is in Plymstock, Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL9 9AW is located in the Plymstock Radford 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 Church Road, Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 9AW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL9 9AP, PL9 9BA, PL9 7EF, PL9 9AR, PL9 9AT, PL9 8SP, PL9 9WH, PL9 7EE, PL9 9BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL9 9AW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.9% | 51.1% | 3.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 52.1% | 48.9% | -3.2% | 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 | 22.6% | 31.3% | 8.7% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.7% | 49.4% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8% | 10.4% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 6.6% | -3.7% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 48.8% | 46.9% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 36.3% | 5.2% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 12.4% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 19.9% | 13.1% | -6.8% | 18.2% | -5.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 4.6% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 14.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 6.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 22.4% | 12.1% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 33% | 35.9% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 2.1% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.2% | 98.1% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 96.1% | 95% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 95% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.8% | 37.2% | 13.6% |
| Christian | 43% | 46.2% | -3.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Road was 108.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 157.5% higher than the Plymstock Dunstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Church Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 54 local areas in Plymstock Dunstone and the 272nd highest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 69.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 92.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 41 Church Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2020-12-04 | £155,730 |
| 39 Church Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2018-11-19 | £299,808 |
| 39 Church Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2013-01-04 | £316,768 |
| 41 Church Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2008-10-24 | £152,985 |
| 39 Church Road, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2006-07-21 | £242,167 |
PL9 9AW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 97 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pomphlett Primary School Howard Road , Plymstock PL9 7ES | 3out of 4 | 594 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley Meadow Primary School Shortwood Crescent , Plymstock PL9 8TQ | 3out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Goosewell Primary Academy Goosewell Road , Plymstock PL9 9HD | 2out of 4 | 865 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oreston Community Academy Oreston Road , Plymstock PL9 7JY | 3out of 4 | 1,448 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elburton Primary School Haye Road South , Elburton PL9 8HJ | 4out of 4 | 1,739 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 34 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombe Dean School Charnhill Way , Elburton PL9 8ES | 2out of 4 | 1,171 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Co-operative Academy Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | 2out of 4 | 3,380 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hele's School Seymour Road , Plympton PL7 4LT | 3out of 4 | 4,070 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 4,281 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbay Academy 22 Millbay Road , PL1 3EG | - not rated | 5,137 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 | 3,878 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 4,094 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Longcause Community Special School Longcause , Plympton St Maurice PL7 1JB | 3out of 4 | 4,185 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 4,241 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 4,462 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee Time | Library, Horn Cross Road | 227 yd | |
| Costa | Unit A, 29 The Broadway | 408 yd | |
| Blitz Coffee Shop and Cafe | 251b Dean Cross Road | 498 yd | |
| G T Motorcycles 2012 Ltd | 10-12 Elburton Road | 669 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plymstock Inn | 88 Church Road | 293 yd | |
| The Anchorage | 203 Billacombe Road | 560 yd | |
| The Blue Peter | 68 Pomphlett Road | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gourmet Chinese Take Away | 8 Stentaway Drive | 472 yd | |
| Plymstock Fish Bar | 248 Dean Cross Road | 490 yd | |
| Silver Dragon | 255 Dean Cross Road | 498 yd | |
| Wah Tien Chinese Restaurant | 1 Radford Park Road | 613 yd | |
| Saffron | 11D Radford Park Road | 613 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | 11 Horn Cross Road | 227 yd | |
| Iceland Ltd | 22 The Broadway | 471 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Plymstock School Sports Centre Church Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 146 yd |
| Deans Cross Park Dean Cross Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 488 yd |
| Curves (Plymstock) 13C 13C RADFORD PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 651 yd |
| Plymstock Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Rocky Park Road | health and fitness suite | 661 yd |
| Forresters Field (Closed) Foresters Road | grass pitches | 700 yd |
| Goosewell Academy FURZEHATT VILLAS | grass pitches, swimming pool | 766 yd |
| Coombe Dean Sports & Leisure CHARNHILL WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,067 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.