3,453TOTAL POPULATION
1,580HOUSEHOLDS
3.0%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£34,320AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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PL10 POSTCODE REGION

Plymouth (PL10)

The PL10 postcode area is located in the Plymouth postcode town region, within the county of Cornwall, and contains a total of 206 individual postcodes.

There are 10 electoral wards in the PL10 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 Cornwall,Isles of Scilly Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 20% of people in PL10 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 PL10 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The PL10 postcode is located in the Plymouth district of the UK and stretches from the Torbay border to the Tamar Estuary. It has a population of approximately 16,000 people across a wide range of neighbourhoods.

The area is rich in both history and culture with attractions such as the historic Saltram House and National Trust Estate, Plymouth Gin and the historic fortifications of Mount Batten. It is also near to the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage site. There are stunning views of Plymouth Sound and the river Tamar, with plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, sailing and biking available nearby.

Elburton and Pennycross are two villages located in the PL10 postcode area and are served by their local village shop, pub and church. The area also contains parts of Plymstock, Wembury, Bovisand and Kingsand.

Education in the PL10 postcode is provided through Plympton Academy, Plympton St Mary Infant and Junior Schools and Elburton Primary School, as well as many independent schools and nurseries in the areas of Plymstock, Plympton and Plymstock.

Transport links are excellent, ensuring easy access to the wider area. By road, the A379 runs through the PL10 postcode, connecting Plymouth City and the surrounding villages. There is also a direct bus service into Plymouth City Centre, taking approximately half an hour.

For those seeking employment or leisure amenities, the main shopping centre, Drake Circus, is within easy reach of the area, as is Derriford Hospital, Plymouth University, Plymouth Science park and the Historic Royal Naval Dockyards, which are key parts of the Plymouth City economy.

ThePL10 postcode has a vast array of attractions and amenities. It is a popular area for commuters to the city of Plymouth and for those looking for a quieter place to live. It has an abundance of green spaces, including nature reserves and some beautiful coastal paths. It is home to a diverse range of people and cultures.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in PL10 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 20%AB
  • 58%C2/C2
  • 22%DE

According to census records, 20% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 97%WHITE
  • 3%NON-WHITE

97% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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Cornwall

The county of Cornwall

PL10 is located in the county of Cornwall, in England.

Cornwall has a total population of 556,000, making it the 40th largest county in the UK.

Cornwall has a total area of 1375 square miles, and a population density of 156 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

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Outward CodePL10
Postal TownPlymouth
MSOA NameCornwall 034
LSOA NameCornwall 034A
CountyCornwall
RegionCornwall
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCornwall,Isles of Scilly
Area ClassificationMainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%)

PL10 Electoral Wards

The postal region of PL10, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Anderton
Anthony
Cawsand
Cremyll
Freathy
Insworke
Kingsand
Millbrook
Mount Wise
Southdown
St John
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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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