Underlane is in Plymstock, Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL9 9LA 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 Underlane, Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 9LA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL9 9HQ, PL9 9JY, PL9 9JX, PL9 9HG, PL9 9HH, PL9 9JZ, PL9 9HL, PL9 9HE, PL9 9HF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL9 9LA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 51.7% | -1.5% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48.3% | 1.5% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 9LA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.9% 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 | 16.2% | 16.1% | -0.1% | 37.9% | -21.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.1% | 64.9% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 20.7% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.7% | 7% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 12% | 3.3% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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 | 44% | 47.4% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 35.8% | 1.6% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 16.9% | 12.3% | -4.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 2.6% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 | 14.5% | 16.9% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.2% | 5% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 10.3% | -7.1% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.7% | 9.9% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 21.5% | 10.7% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.9% | 33.9% | -1.0% | 33.8% | 0.1% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 100% | 98% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 98.6% | 96% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.7% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91% | 76.7% | 14.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 8.3% | 13.5% | -5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 57.8% | 46.2% | 11.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Underlane was 10.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.1% lower than the Plymstock Dunstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Underlane has the 5th lowest crime rate of 54 local areas in Plymstock Dunstone and the 33rd lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Underlane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £575,000 | 2024-06-21 | £606,580 |
| 69 Underlane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2023-12-06 | £342,693 |
| Pendeen, 53 Underlane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-11-14 | £458,559 |
| 73 Underlane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2021-06-29 | £527,807 |
| 39 Underlane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-06-28 | £452,774 |
PL9 9LA 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 PL9 9LA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goosewell Primary Academy Goosewell Road , Plymstock PL9 9HD | 2out of 4 | 608 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pomphlett Primary School Howard Road , Plymstock PL9 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley Meadow Primary School Shortwood Crescent , Plymstock PL9 8TQ | 3out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oreston Community Academy Oreston Road , Plymstock PL9 7JY | 3out of 4 | 1,368 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hooe Primary Academy Hooe Road , Hooe PL9 9RG | 3out of 4 | 1,637 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 | 847 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombe Dean School Charnhill Way , Elburton PL9 8ES | 2out of 4 | 1,063 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Co-operative Academy Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | 2out of 4 | 3,790 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 4,478 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hele's School Seymour Road , Plympton PL7 4LT | 3out of 4 | 4,896 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 5,038 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 | 3,886 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 4,168 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 4,346 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 4,600 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longcause Community Special School Longcause , Plympton St Maurice PL7 1JB | 3out of 4 | 4,913 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | 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 | 628 yd | |
| Costa | Unit A, 29 The Broadway | 636 yd | |
| Blitz Coffee Shop and Cafe | 251b Dean Cross Road | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plymstock Inn | 88 Church Road | 589 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wah Tien Chinese Restaurant | 1 Radford Park Road | 604 yd | |
| Saffron | 11D Radford Park Road | 604 yd | |
| Smithys | 11 Radford Park Road | 604 yd | |
| Silver Dragon | 255 Dean Cross Road | 702 yd | |
| Plymstock Fish Bar | 248 Dean Cross Road | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Ltd | 22 The Broadway | 570 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | 11 Horn Cross Road | 628 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Goosewell Academy FURZEHATT VILLAS | grass pitches, swimming pool | 496 yd |
| Curves (Plymstock) 13C 13C RADFORD PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 595 yd |
| Deans Cross Park Dean Cross Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 803 yd |
| Forresters Field (Closed) Foresters Road | grass pitches | 890 yd |
| Plymstock School Sports Centre Church Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 894 yd |
| Coombe Dean Sports & Leisure CHARNHILL WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 969 yd |
| Plymstock Health & Fitness Club (Closed) Rocky Park Road | health and fitness suite | 990 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 181.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.