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Southway

England / South West / Plymouth / Southway

About

Southway is a residential suburb located in the northwest of Plymouth, approximately 4 miles from the city center. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It features local amenities such as a shopping precinct, schools, and parks, catering to families and long-term residents. The Southway Drive and Broadway provide main routes connecting the area to other parts of Plymouth.

The area includes green spaces like Southway Valley, offering walking paths and open areas for recreation. Public transport links, including bus services, provide access to the city center and nearby areas such as Derriford. Southway has a community-focused atmosphere, with facilities like a library and sports clubs. The proximity to Derriford Hospital and the University of St Mark & St John adds to its convenience for workers and students.

Area overview

On average Southway has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 72 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 31.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Southway is £39,800 per year. There are 1 schools in Southway: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
72
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
31.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Southway Population
8,727
Population density
3,171 per km²

Demographics

British
8,226
94.29%
Other White
179
2.05%
Other Asian
61
0.7%
African
43
0.49%
Other
34
0.39%
Total population: 8,724

Housing

Owns outright
1,037
27.76%
Owns with a mortgage
996
26.66%
Other social rented
634
16.97%
Social rents from council
513
13.73%
Private landlord or letting agency
391
10.47%
Total households: 3,736

Property prices in Southway

Based on 112 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Southway area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,250 up to £575,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached21£422,500
Flats8£134,000
Semi-Detached19£230,000
Terraced64£189,000

10 years price trend in Southway

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Data Sources

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