Underlane is in Plymstock, Plymouth and in Plymouth district. PL9 9LD 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 9LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: PL9 9GF, PL9 9EA, PL9 9DZ, PL9 9GE, PL9 9LH, PL9 9LQ, PL9 9DX, PL9 9LL, PL9 9LJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around PL9 9LD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 51.3% | -2.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 45.9% | 48.7% | 2.8% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 9LD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.3% 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 | 16.7% | 15% | -1.7% | 37.9% | -22.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63% | 64.3% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 20.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 2.8% | 6.6% | 3.8% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 12.7% | -2.6% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 31.3% | 38% | 6.7% | 48.4% | -10.4% |
| Good health | 41.2% | 38.9% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 22.3% | 16.7% | -5.6% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 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 | 24.5% | 16.4% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 11.3% | 2.0% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 12.7% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 13.1% | 7.5% | 5.3% | 7.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 15.5% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 28.2% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -5.6% |
| Other | 6.5% | 2.8% | -3.7% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100% | 100% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 98.7% | 97% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.9% | 97% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.1% | 37.2% | -1.1% |
| Christian | 54.9% | 46.2% | 8.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Underlane was 13.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.0% lower than the Plymstock Radford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Underlane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Plymstock Radford and the 54th lowest crime rate of 839 local areas in Plymouth .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 133.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 125 Underlane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £283,000 | 2019-06-05 | £356,111 |
| 125 Underlane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £128,000 | 2000-06-30 | £495,452 |
| 129 Underlane, Plymouth, City Of Plymouth Detached, an established residential building | £119,000 | 1999-11-19 | £504,758 |
| 131 Underlane, Plymouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £93,000 | 1997-10-30 | £438,306 |
| 129 Underlane, Plymouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £89,950 | 1997-04-28 | £444,510 |
PL9 9LD 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 9LD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 60% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 128 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hooe Primary Academy Hooe Road , Hooe PL9 9RG | 3out of 4 | 960 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oreston Community Academy Oreston Road , Plymstock PL9 7JY | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Goosewell Primary Academy Goosewell Road , Plymstock PL9 9HD | 2out of 4 | 1,275 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pomphlett Primary School Howard Road , Plymstock PL9 7ES | 3out of 4 | 1,501 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Morley Meadow Primary School Shortwood Crescent , Plymstock PL9 8TQ | 3out of 4 | 1,953 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 | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombe Dean School Charnhill Way , Elburton PL9 8ES | 2out of 4 | 1,721 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lipson Co-operative Academy Bernice Terrace , Lipson PL4 7PG | 2out of 4 | 3,578 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth High School for Girls St Lawrence Road , PL4 6HT | - not rated | 4,080 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Hele's School Seymour Road , Plympton PL7 4LT | 3out of 4 | 5,316 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 | 4,461 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 | 3,381 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College of Art Tavistock Place , PL4 8AT | - not rated | 3,696 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| University of Plymouth Drake Circus , PL4 8AA | - not rated | 3,891 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fletewood School at Derry Villas 88 North Road East , PL4 6AN | - not rated | 4,161 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Plymouth College Ford Park , Plymouth PL4 6RN | - not rated | 4,683 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blitz Coffee Shop and Cafe | 251b Dean Cross Road | 930 yd | |
| Costa | Unit A, 29 The Broadway | 952 yd | |
| Coffee Time | Library, Horn Cross Road | 1,088 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Inn | 27 Hooe Road | 881 yd | |
| Royal Oak Inn | Royal Oak Inn, Lake Road | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wah Tien Chinese Restaurant | 1 Radford Park Road | 772 yd | |
| Saffron | 11D Radford Park Road | 772 yd | |
| Smithys | 11 Radford Park Road | 772 yd | |
| Silver Dragon | 255 Dean Cross Road | 930 yd | |
| Plymstock Fish Bar | 248 Dean Cross Road | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Ltd | 22 The Broadway | 871 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | 11 Horn Cross Road | 1,088 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Curves (Plymstock) 13C 13C RADFORD PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 735 yd |
| Forresters Field (Closed) Foresters Road | grass pitches | 955 yd |
| Deans Cross Park Dean Cross Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,021 yd |
| Hooe Primary Academy HOOE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,029 yd |
| Oreston Recreation Ground Thornyville Villas | grass pitches | 1,038 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 | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 88.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.