PL1 in Plymouth shows mixed market dynamics with a trajectory score of 47.1, placing it in the 32nd percentile nationally. Over five years, property prices grew at 3.4% compound annual rate, while rental growth significantly outpaced this at 10.5%. Population expansion was minimal at 0.5%, indicating limited demographic pressure driving demand. The district is classified as pre-cursor stage gentrification, suggesting early-stage structural change without yet substantial urban transformation. The rental-to-price growth divergence may reflect investor interest exceeding owner-occupier demand, though the modest trajectory score indicates moderate overall market momentum compared to national peers.
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- 1Property prices up 2.9% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 10.5% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.5% per year
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What's changing in Plymouth · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.2 points this month to 47/100, driven mainly by safety.
81 planning applications submitted in PL1 over the last six months, 6 change of use, 3 demolition.
- Demolition of existing tower, extension to create roof top bar and seating area, external alterations to existing building, decked seating areas, external terraced areas and external staircases, outside kitchen, bin store, platform lift, pergolas and associated development.Jun 2026 · Awaiting decision
- Pre-application advice to agree consenting strategy and supporting information requirements for the demolition of three buildings: Mayflower House, Congress Hall, and 19 Mayflower Street.Jan 2026 · Decided
- Pre-application for the demolition of a domestic parking garage and replacement with a single dwellingJan 2026 · Awaiting decision
Plymouth (PL1) common questions
Is Plymouth up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Plymouth (PL1) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 47/100 (Average), in the top 66% of districts nationally. The score is up 3.0 points over the last 12 months.
Is Plymouth safe?
Plymouth has a safety score of 29/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Plymouth?
The average property price in Plymouth (PL1) is £257k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 2.9% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Plymouth?
The median monthly rent in Plymouth (PL1) is £982 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Plymouth?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Plymouth (PL4), Plymouth (PL3), Plymouth (PL9), Torpoint (PL10), Plymouth (PL6). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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