plymouth PL16 Postcodes
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Plymouth (PL16)
The PL16 postcode area is located in the Plymouth postcode town region, within the county of Devon, and contains a total of 122 individual postcodes.
There are 30 electoral wards in the PL16 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 West Devon Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 18% of people in PL16 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 PL16 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The PL16 postcode is covered by the main post towns of Bude-Stratton, Launceston, Tavistock and Torrington in the Plymouth district. The PL16 postcode primarily covers the far northern corner of Cornwall, with several small villages such as Chilsworthy and Warbstow in it. The main town of Launceston lies on the Cornwall borders and is known for it's rich history and castle ruins. The town has links to the Knights Templar, King Arthur, and the Earls of Cornwall.
Tavistock is an ancient stannary town with plenty of historic sites to explore, including Tavistock Abbey, built in the 12th Century. It is also home to the Tavistock Goose Fair, a local event held every year in late September. It is the oldest traditional fair in Britain and has been held since at least the 16th century.
The PL16 postcode area also includes the villages of Bude-Stratton, which is a seaside resort town with a Victorian heritage. It also has some stunning beaches and coastal walks to explore. Nearby Stratton is a large village situated within the parish of Bude-Stratton and also offers a number of coastal walks and beaches.
Torrington lies between Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks and is home to several historic buildings such as the Guildhall and a restored 15th century church. It is also home to the South West Coast path, a 630 mile continuous national trail running the length of the Devon and Cornwall coastline.
The PL16 postcode area offers a range of amenities and attractions, from stunning beaches and coastal walks, to ancient ruins and historic buildings, and is certainly a great area for those looking for some peace and quiet.
Demographics
Devon
PL16 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.
| Outward Code | PL16 |
| Postal Town | Plymouth |
| MSOA Name | West Devon 004 |
| LSOA Name | West Devon 004D |
| County | Devon |
| Region | Devon |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | West Devon |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
PL16 Electoral Wards
The postal region of PL16, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Thursday, April 11, 2024
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Plymouth Highways has confirmed an engineer is en route to fix the problem.
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 18% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.