144,317TOTAL POPULATION
64,308HOUSEHOLDS
7.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£36,400AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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PL1 POSTCODE REGION

Plymouth (PL1)

The PL1 postcode area is located in the Plymouth postcode town region, within the county of Devon, and contains a total of 1514 individual postcodes.

There are 2 electoral wards in the PL1 postcode area, including Bodmin, Boscastle, Callington, Calstock, Camelford, Delabole, Fowey, Gunnislake, Ivybridge, Launceston, Lifton, Liskeard, Looe, Lostwithiel, Padstow, Par, Plymouth, Port Isaac, Saltash, St Austell, Tavistock, Tintagel, Torpoint, Wadebridge, Yelverton which come under the local authority of the Plymouth Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 15% of people in PL1 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of PL1 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The PL1 postcode is a popular locality in the Plymouth district of the Devon region in the South West of England. It encompasses the city central area, comprising the historic Barbican, Sutton Harbour and Millbay precinct, residential areas including Greenbank and Hartley, and parts of the city centre including the Plymouth Hoe and the Mayflower retail zone.

PL1 is home to a diverse range of places and attractions. Along with the many shops, restaurants, coffee shops, bars and other businesses, there are several local landmarks such as the National Marine Aquarium and the Plymouth Dome. There are also a number of green spaces to explore, including the Central Park, which is connected to the Plymouth Hoe. The area is well-known for its vibrant nightlife and music scene, with several popular music venues like The Jam and the Hoe recently gaining recognition from the national press.

The area also has a number of facilities and services that make living in PL1 easy and convenient. There are several public transport options available, with buses, taxis, and ferries all plying the city centre and waterfront. To the southwest, PL1 is also served by Plymouth railway station, while several local and national roads offer access to the rest of the region.

For those in search of education, PL1 boasts a number of well-regarded schools and universities, including Plymouth College of Art, Plymouth University, and City College Plymouth. It also has a diverse range of churches, churches of England, Methodist, Catholic, and Non-Conformist denominations.

In terms of leisure activities, PL1 has much to offer. It is a popular destination for visitors to the city, with its many shops and restaurants, and events such as the spectacular Plymouth Sailfest, held annually. Plymouth also has several theatres and cultural sites like the Barbican Theatre and Plymouth Arts Centre, as well as major sports centres like the Plymouth Life Centre and the Plymouth Pavilions.

Finally, the area provides plenty of opportunity for those who wish to make their homes in the city, with everything from student housing to apartments and family homes readily available. A variety of housing organisations work hard to provide modern and comfortable living, and the city has much to offer in terms of: culture, education and history.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 77%WORKING
  • 23%UNEMPLOYED

23% of people in PL1 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 15%AB
  • 53%C2/C2
  • 32%DE

According to census records, 15% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 86%WHITE
  • 14%NON-WHITE

86% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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PL1Devon

Devon

The county of Devon

PL1 is located in the county of Devon, in England.

Devon has a total population of 1,177,900, making it the 11th largest county in the UK.

Devon has a total area of 2589 square miles, and a population density of 175 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Devon Postal Town Map
Outward CodePL1
Postal TownPlymouth
MSOA NamePlymouth 024
LSOA NamePlymouth 024A
CountyDevon
RegionDevon
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityPlymouth
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

PL1 Electoral Wards

The postal region of PL1, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Devonport
Stoke
Stonehouse
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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