plymouth PL2 Postcodes

Plymouth (PL2)

The PL2 postcode area is located in the Plymouth postcode town region, within the county of Devon, and contains a total of 801 individual postcodes.

There are 19 electoral wards in the PL2 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, 14% of people in PL2 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 PL2 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The PL2 postcode (in the Plymouth district) is a non-geographical postcode used for mail that does not physically reside in the Plymouth area. It is a 'catch-all' postcode and applies to all mail sent to Plymouth but isn't ultimately delivered to Plymouth. This means that letters, parcels and other mail items are distributed regionally and to specific locations without going through a PL2 postcode. This is particularly beneficial for large organisations, businesses or individuals with large mail order businesses.

The PL2 postcode is also used for non-UK mail. This means any non-UK mail sent to the UK must go through the PL2 postcode before it is delivered to its final UK address. This is done to simplify the process for post offices and other postal services. This ensures that mail is delivered to its destination in an efficient and timely manner.

The PL2 postcode is situated in the Plymouth borough and covers a wide geographical area reaching out to nearby towns and villages and as far as Torpoint. It is home to several suburbs, most of which are dotted with terraced houses and small-scale industry. Plymouth City Airport lies close by, as does the University of Plymouth.

For more practicalities, the PL2 postcode has also been given its own unique postal code with a four-digit area code and is used in conjunction with the root number 765. This root number is used when looking up any postcode within Plymouth City.

For shoppers, the PL2 postcode has a number of well-known high-street stores in its vicinity, as well as independent traders. There is a focused shopping centre, as well as several supermarkets. Popular chain restaurants and bars can also be found in the area, including Costa Coffee and Pizza Hut.

The PL2 postcode is serviced by two local train stations, Plymouth and Tavistock. This means access from and to Plymouth can be easily done from anywhere in the district. A variety of bus routes are also available for those wishing to take to the road.

PL2 postcode offers a diverse range of residential and business opportunities to postal customers and shoppers alike. It is also well-connected, seen with its two railway stations as well as a variety of bus services.

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