66POPULATION
9.9%UNEMPLOYED
27%MARRIED
£0AVERAGE WAGE
HI CRIME RATE
6%'AB' SOCIAL CLASS
PL2 1YJLocal Map
Approximate address for PL2 1YJ:
IntroductionPL2 1YJ

Use the postcode street map opposite - and the information below - to discover useful information for the PL2 1YJ postcode area in Plymouth.

We've got loads of statistics for PL2 1YJ, including demographic data, local facilities, travel essentials, hotel accommodation, crime rates and much more.

PL Postcode Wall Map
DemographicsPL2 1YJ

What social class do the population of PL2 1YJ belong to? What are the predominant ethnic groups? How deprived is PL2 1YJ in Plymouth, how professionally qualified are the community, and how many hours a week do they work? All this, and more information and demographic statistics about PL2 1YJ from the Census 2011.


AVERAGE AGES

  • 25%Children
  • 75%Adults

25% of people in this postcode area are children. Of the remainder, 3% are aged 76 or more.

GENDER SPLIT

  • 48.5%Male
  • 51.5%Female

From the last census, 48.5% of people in PL21YJ male, and 51.5% female. Women outnumber men in Devonport.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 6%AB
  • 40%C2/C2
  • 54%DE

According to census records, 6% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

MARITAL STATUS

  • 47%SINGLE
  • 27%MARRIED

The percentage of people who are married in PL2 1YJ is 47%. Single and 'other' people is 52%.

ETHNICITY

  • 95%WHITE
  • 5%NON-WHITE

95% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 81.6%WORKING
  • 9.9%UNEMPLOYED

9.9% are either unemployed or students in this area. The UK unemployment rate is 4%.

See all demographics for PL2 1YJ

Discover PL2 1YJ

People and Demographics

PL2 1YJ
People and Demographics

Demographics

An in-depth look at the demographic data of the people who live in PL2 1YJ, including ethnicity, religious beliefs, age breakdown and social grades.

PL2 1YJ Demographics

Crime Rates and Statistics

Crime Rates

Police crime stats - see how safe it is around PL2 1YJ, including burglaries, ASBOs, vehicle crime and violent crime. How does this area compare?

Crime stats in PL2 1YJ

Constituency & Democracy Information

Constituency

Find out the voting intentions, poll results, your local MP, 2015 election results and voting turnout for your local constituency.

PL2 1YJ Constituency

Local Issues & Problems

Local Issues

In conjunction with FixMyStreet, view problems around PL2 1YJ reported by local residents, including flytipping, graffiti, faulty street lighting etc.

PL2 1YJ Issues

Sunrise and Sunset Times

Sunrise/Sunset

Sunrise (dawn) and sunset (dusk) times for today as well as for the next month for the postcode area PL21YJ. Wakey wakey, rise and shine!

Sunrise/sunset in PL2 1YJ

Local Job Vacancies

Job Vacancies

Looking for job vacancies in the PL2 1YJ area? Find out what positions are available in this area, as well as further afield in surrounding areas.

Job vacancies near PL2 1YJ

Travel & Transport

PL2 1YJ
Travel

Travel

Travelling to this postcode area? Find the nearest train station, railway, or nearest bus stop to PL2 1YJ.

Travel around PL2 1YJ

Traffic and Travel Reports

Traffic Reports

Don't let traffic become a pain in the bumper. The latest road traffic incidents & traffic jams around this postcode.

Traffic near PL2 1YJ

Taxis and Minicabs

Taxi Firms

Book a taxi and leave the car at home. Here's a list of taxi and mini cab companies operating in the PL2 1YJ area.

Taxis near PL2 1YJ

Car Parks

Car Parks

Locate the nearest car parks near PL2 1YJ, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Car Parks near PL2 1YJ

Leisure & Outdoor Facilities

PL2 1YJ
Events near PL2 1YJ

Events

From local gigs to heritage events, and car boot sales to shows at the local theatre, find out what's on around PL2 1YJ.

What's on near PL2 1YJ

Local Attractions

Attractions

Enjoy a great family day out at a local attraction near PL2 1YJ, including theme parks, castles, historic castles & more.

Attractions near PL2 1YJ

Hotels and Bed & Breakfast

Hotels

Comfortable, quality bed & breakfast and hotel accommodation located within a 15 miles of the postcode area PL2 1YJ.

Hotels near PL2 1YJ

Tourist Information

Tourist Information

Locate the nearest car parks near PL2 1YJ, so you can leave your car safely while you pop to the shops.

Tourist Information PL2 1YJ

Local Amenities

PL2 1YJ
Banks near PL2 1YJ

Banks

Find the nearest bank or building society in PL2 1YJ. Map locations, email addresses & customer services phone numbers.

Banks near PL2 1YJ

Cash Machines (ATMs)

Cash Machines

Locations of the nearest cash withdrawal machines (ATMs) in the PL2 1YJ postcode area that dispense money.

Cach Machines near PL2 1YJ

Schools

Schools

The nearest schools in the PL2 1YJ area, including their latest Ofsted Results, pupil statistics and test results.

Schools near PL2 1YJ

Shopping Centres

Shopping Centres

Shop until you drop at a retail park or shopping centre near here. There's nothing quite like a bit of retail therapy.

Shopping Centres PL2 1YJ

Police Stations

Police Stations

Report a crime or make an enquiry at your local police station or constabulary in your area. Phone 101 in a non-emergency.

Police Stations in PL2 1YJ

Emergencies

Emergency Facilities

A handy list of emergency information in this area, including hospitals, doctors, chemists and emergency services near PL2 1YJ.

Emergencies in PL2 1YJ

Post Offices

Post Offices

Whether you want to send a letter, make a Post Office transaction or pop a letter in the local postbox, we've got you covered.

Post Offices in PL2 1YJ

Libraries

Libraries

A useful list of lending libraries located in and around PL2 1YJ. May also lend CDs and DVDs, and other services available.

Libraries in PL2 1YJ

Your views ofPL2 1YJ

Chris H

Friday, April 26, 2024

We don't have any views of Pl21yj right now. If you live in Pl21yj or have visited it, please help us to help others by telling others what you think of this neighbourhood.


Add your view of PL2 1YJ

People need your local expertise. If you live in PL2 1YJ or have first-hand knowledge of the neighbourhood, please consider sharing your views. It's completely anonymous - all we ask is for your initials.

Your initials
Email (never published)
Your review

Please tell us what you like about the PL2 1YJ postcode area, what you don't like, and what it's like to live or work here.

Your opinions on...
LOCAL AMENITIES
FAMILY FRIENDLY
PARKING
GREEN SPACES
----
Compare Conveyancing Quotes

Essential InformationPL2 1YJ

PL21YJ Postcode Breakdown

PLAREA2DISTRICT1SECTORYJUNIT
Full PostcodePL2 1YJ
Latitude/Longitude,
Postal TownPlymouth
Easting
Northing
Ward Name
MSOA Name
LSOA Name
County
Region
CountryEngland
Local Authority
Local Authority Code
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

PL21YJ Postal District

Compass Postal District

PL2 1YJ postcode is located in the postal town of Plymouth. Plymouth postal area may cover a large geographical region that may correspond to several postal districts, which may include many towns and/or villages. Use the map to determine the geographical location of the postcode PL2 1YJ.

Nearest Towns & Cities
Devonport1.1 miles S
Torpoint1.2 miles W
Plymouth1.9 miles E
Saltash2.4 miles NW
Anthony3.4 miles W
Antony3.4 miles W
Saint Germans5.5 miles W
Plympton Earle5.6 miles E
Plympton5.7 miles E
Ridgeway5.7 miles E
Wembury6.2 miles SE
Bickleigh6.7 miles NE
Brixton6.7 miles E
Bere Alston7 miles N
Hemerdon7.2 miles E
London191 miles E
Glasgow377 miles N
Edinburgh387 miles N
Cardiff88 miles NE
Liverpool215 miles N
Southampton126 miles E
Saint Ives108 miles E

Booze sold at Exeter shop blamed for city centre violence

The owner of the Premier Express says he's disappointed by calls for his licence to be reviewed

Devon Live

Surreal scenes as sea turns luminous green at Exmouth

Pictures sent in by beach-goers show the extent of the discolouration

Devon Live

Wildlife trust explores reintroduction of wildcats

The South West has been identified as an area with "the potential to support wildcats".

BBC News

When are the local elections and who can vote?

Voters in parts of England will elect councillors, mayors and police commissioners in May.

BBC News

Met Office reveals why it feels so cold and when things will finally warm up

The weather forecaster has said temperatures have been unseasonably low this week but that is soon about to change

Devon Live

New Turkish restaurant Tantuni opens after epic expansion

Street food seller becomes latest Plymouth food establishment to grow from market stall to full restaurant

Plymouth Live

'Extinct' species hatches at Paignton Zoo

The animal has not been seen in the wild for more than 50 years

Devon Live

Plymouth grandad wins 50k from 2 Betfred bet

The grandad is now celebrating the biggest win of his life after his four numbers came up on the New York Lotto

Plymouth Live

From the Postcode Area blog

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Deciphering Crime Rates - a Deep Dive Into UK Postcode Analysis

Ever wondered about the crime rate in your UK postcode? You're not alone. We've dug deep into the data, uncovering trends and patterns that'll make your head spin.

Read more

Death of the High Street?

Death of the High Street?

The BBC reports that despite councils' attempts to kurb them, the UK's high streets have seen a huge growth in fast food outlets. Could this mark the death knell for the Great British high street, and what can we do about it to halt its decline?

Read more

Discrimination by Postcode

Discrimination by Postcode

You really couldn't make it up, could you? Some of the country's most vulnerable people are missing out on their weekly £25 Cold Weather Payment, just because the system that's in operation is discriminating against them because payments are based on postcode, rather than geographic location.

Read more

The Redesign is Underway

The Redesign is Underway

Well, the current website was absolutely in dire need of a good redesign - from the ground up. So I set out to pull it all apart and get it up and running again to become the most comprehensive guide to every postcode in the UK. And it's been a long, tough job from start to finish - and quite possibly the biggest project I've ever undertaken.

Read more

50.38272
-4.177217