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Plymstock Radford

About

Plymstock Radford is a residential ward in southeast Plymouth, located on the eastern side of the River Plym. The area is characterised by suburban housing estates, local shopping parades, and several schools serving the community. Its topography includes the gentle slopes of the Radford area, with views across the Plym Estuary towards Hooe Lake and the countryside beyond. The ward provides essential amenities and green spaces for its residents within a primarily settled neighbourhood.

A notable local feature is Radford Lake, a former mill pond set within a secluded valley, offering a quiet, wooded recreational area. The ward is also home to the historic Radford Castle, a 19th-century folly built as a garden feature on a prominent hill. Transport links are provided by main roads like the A379, connecting the area to the city centre and the wider South Hams district, while maintaining a distinct suburban character.

Area overview

On average Plymstock Radford has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 39 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Plymstock Radford is £56,150 per year. There are 5 schools in Plymstock Radford: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Plymstock Radford is home to around 14,300 people, with a population density of about 1,634.1 per km2.

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

7/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Plymstock Radford Population

14,300

Population density

1,634.1 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

20.7(-38%)

Anti-social behaviour

12.66(-15%)

Criminal damage and arson

4.9(-24%)

Other theft

4.2(-25%)

Public order

3.64(-44%)

South West average

Demographics

British

13,573

94.91%

Other White

258

1.8%

Other

0.48%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.43%

White and Black Caribbean (mixed)

0.36%

Total population: 14,301

Economics

Level 4 qualifications or above

3,741

31.92%

Level 3 (A level)

2,364

20.17%

No qualifications

1,731

14.77%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

1,639

13.98%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

997

8.51%

Total 16+ residents: 11,721

Housing

Owns outright

2,532

41.49%

Owns with a mortgage

2,196

35.98%

Private landlord or letting agency

656

10.75%

Other forms of private rent

265

4.34%

Other social rented

251

4.11%

Total households: 6,103

Property prices in Plymstock Radford

Based on 241 recent sales, the median property price is £295,000 in Plymstock Radford area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £765,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Plymstock Radford over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Semi-Detached	110	£295,000	£211,125	£250,000	£330,000	£443,250
Detached	59	£390,000	£285,900	£337,500	£436,000	£573,000
Flats	26	£150,000	£110,000	£125,000	£173,750	£278,000
Terraced	46	£260,000	£177,488	£232,000	£299,250	£453,000

10 years median price trend in Plymstock Radford

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

Education (age 16+)

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