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Saltash Tamar

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About

Saltash Tamar ward encompasses the western part of the town of Saltash, situated directly beside the River Tamar which forms the border with Devon. The area is defined by its steep, wooded hillsides that descend to the water's edge, creating a distinct topography. Residential streets are arranged on these slopes, offering views across the river. The ward includes the main commercial centre around Fore Street, providing local services and shops for the community.

The area's history is closely linked to the Tamar, with the Victorian railway bridge, a pioneering tubular design by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, serving as a prominent landmark. Ferry Lane leads down to the small Saltash Ferry crossing, a reminder of the historic connection to the opposite bank. The ward contains several local parks and green spaces, such as the informal pathways along the riverbank, which are used for recreation and dog walking by residents.

Area overview

On average Saltash Tamar has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 92 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Saltash Tamar is £51,547 per year. Saltash Tamar is home to around 6,244 people, with a population density of about 2,170.3 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
92
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
12.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Saltash Tamar Population
6,244
Population density
2,170.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
48.37(+45%)
Anti-social behaviour
26.43(+77%)
Shoplifting
19.06(+188%)
Criminal damage and arson
13.13(+102%)
Public order
9.45(+44%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,960
95.47%
Other White
112
1.79%
Other
39
0.62%
White and Asian (mixed)
26
0.42%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
21
0.34%
Total population: 6,243

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,517
29.19%
Level 3 (A level)
1,003
19.3%
No qualifications
848
16.32%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
807
15.53%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
488
9.39%
Total 16+ residents: 5,197

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,104
38.67%
Owns with a mortgage
841
29.46%
Private landlord or letting agency
398
13.94%
Social rents from council
282
9.88%
Other social rented
124
4.34%
Total households: 2,855

Property prices in Saltash Tamar

Based on 88 recent sales, the median property price is £252,500 in Saltash Tamar area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £650,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Saltash Tamar in the 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 Saltash Tamar over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached28£355,000
Flats10£128,475
Semi-Detached20£257,500
Terraced30£228,000

10 years median price trend in Saltash Tamar

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Saltash Tamar.

All postcodes in Saltash Tamar

PL126JH

New Road

PL126EP

Longmeadow Road

PL126HZ

Callington Road

PL126XX

Lyndon Court

PL124FF

The Corner

PL126LX

Forge Lane

PL126FF

Marjorie Court

PL126JW

Fore Street

PL126YJ

Briars Row

PL126BL

Old Ferry Road

PL126DP

Longmeadow Road

PL126BD

North Road

PL126LY

Saltash Parkway Industrial Estate

PL126FG

Carkeel Gateway

PL126WJ

Chestnut Close

PL126LN

Callington Road

PL126BP

Brook's Hill

PL124JT

Kimberley Cottages

PL126XE

Grassmere Way

PL126DA

Newman Road

PL126XF

Grassmere Way

PL126LJ

Pill Lane

PL124PL

Smithy Close

PL124HN

Saltash Tamar

PL126EJ

St Annes Road

PL126YU

Grassmere Way

PL124JP

Fairmead Mews

PL126EU

Glebe Avenue

PL124JE

Grenfell Avenue

PL126WQ

The Gallops

PL124JD

Grenfell Avenue

PL126BG

North Road

PL126JR

Fore Street

PL124HG

Liskeard Road

PL126YX

Leat Walk

PL124JU

Darton Cottages

PL126HW

New Road

PL126LR

Jackson Way

PL126HT

Victoria Cottages

PL124LB

Greenfield Road

PL124HH

Plough Green

PL126WE

Badgers Walk

PL126EQ

Lollabury Road

PL126HX

Hessary View

PL126AW

Bennett Gardens

PL126BQ

North Road

PL126DR

Longmeadow Road

PL124JG

Fairmead Road

PL126JL

Fore Street

PL124JJ

Hobbs Crescent

PL126HQ

New Road

PL124JQ

Fairmead Road

PL126TW

Gilston Road

PL124JF

Saltash Tamar

PL124JH

Fairmead Road

PL126EZ

Hillside Road

PL126AZ

Riverbank

PL124JZ

Plough Green

PL124LA

Plough Green

PL126YS

Oak Apple Close

PL126FD

Glanville Terrace

PL126JD

Old Ferry Road

PL124HE

Liskeard Road

PL126UP

Hardings Close

PL126JS

Fore Street

PL126XA

Paddock Close

PL124HJ

Moorlands Lane

PL126EA

Callington Road

PL126WD

Myrtles Court

PL126HE

Deer Park

PL124JB

Grenfell Avenue

PL126UL

The Brook

PL126BX

Westbourne Terrace

PL124LR

Taylor Road

PL126EN

Berry Park

PL126DE

Tavy Road

PL126BH

Home Park Road

PL126HL

New Road

PL126DG

River View

PL126JY

Fore Street

PL126XP

Primrose Walk

PL126DF

Lockyer Terrace

PL126HB

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Data Sources

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