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Higher Compton & Eggbuckland

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About

Higher Compton & Eggbuckland are residential areas in Plymouth, known for their mix of housing and green spaces. The area features a range of properties, from post-war homes to modern developments, catering to families and professionals. Eggbuckland Vale and Central Park provide outdoor spaces for recreation, while local schools like Eggbuckland Community College serve the community.

The area is well-connected, with easy access to Plymouth city centre via the A38 and public transport. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and healthcare facilities, offering convenience for residents. Higher Compton & Eggbuckland balance suburban living with proximity to urban amenities, making it a practical choice for those seeking a quieter lifestyle near the city.

Area overview

On average Higher Compton & Eggbuckland has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Higher Compton & Eggbuckland is £43,000 per year. There are 1 schools in Higher Compton & Eggbuckland: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
51
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
11.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Higher Compton & Eggbuckland Population
7,129
Population density
4,011.4 per km²

Demographics

British
6,720
94.26%
Other White
149
2.09%
Other
35
0.49%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
28
0.39%
Other Asian
26
0.36%
Total population: 7,129

Housing

Owns outright
1,223
40.02%
Owns with a mortgage
1,076
35.21%
Other social rented
289
9.46%
Private landlord or letting agency
271
8.87%
Social rents from council
134
4.38%
Total households: 3,056

Property prices in Higher Compton & Eggbuckland

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £248,500 in Higher Compton & Eggbuckland area, with individual transactions ranging from £97,194 up to £680,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£370,000
Flats3£127,500
Semi-Detached36£271,000
Terraced37£225,000

10 years price trend in Higher Compton & Eggbuckland

All postcodes in Higher Compton & Eggbuckland

PL36NH

Efford Crescent

PL36NL

Efford Walk

PL65RJ

Doidges Farm Close

PL65SX

Goosewell Hill

PL65TH

Chilton Close

PL65TN

Shallowford Close

PL35LD

Brynmoor Walk

PL36LW

Holmes Avenue

PL36NG

Efford Road

PL36QX

Eggbuckland Road

PL36TP

Hawthorn Way

PL65TD

Shallowford Road

PL65SW

Bradford Close

PL35JT

Eggbuckland Road

PL35LG

Ingra Road

PL36HP

Spire Court

PL36LX

Gill Park

PL36NQ

Efford Pathway

PL36QA

Eggbuckland Road

PL65SJ

Higher Compton & Eggbuckland

PL36PJ

Valley View Close

PL36RB

Yeo Close

PL65RQ

Church Hill

PL35EX

Priory Road

PL65NL

Culver Close

PL65RX

Culver Way

PL65TR

Bearsdown Road

PL35JZ

Brynmoor Park

PL36NZ

Therlow Road

PL65RS

Eggbuckland Road

PL65SL

Crackston Close

PL35ET

Priory Road

PL36LE

Higher Efford Road

PL36PY

Higher Mowles

PL36QR

Upton Close

PL65QA

Austin Crescent

PL65PP

Langmore Close

PL36QS

Donnington Drive

PL36QY

Rougemont Close

PL36QZ

Distine Close

PL65RL

Higher Compton & Eggbuckland

PL36LN

Channel Park Avenue

PL36PR

Eggbuckland Road

PL65RH

Doidges Farm Close

PL65RU

Culver Way
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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.