About King's Tamerton

King's Tamerton is a village located in Devon, England, within the PL5 postcode area. It lies to the north of Plymouth and is part of the larger urban area. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, catering to the needs of its residents. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, making it a pleasant area for those who enjoy nature. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, providing easy access to a range of services and facilities. Local schools and shops serve the community, ensuring that daily needs are met. King's Tamerton is also close to various transport links, allowing for convenient travel throughout the region. Overall, it is a practical location for families and individuals seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining close to urban conveniences.

School Ratings in King's Tamerton

Families in King's Tamerton have access to 124 local schools. Mill Ford School and Marine Academy Primary are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in King's Tamerton

Homes sell for an average of £189K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £166K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in King's Tamerton

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across King's Tamerton, with 70 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in King's Tamerton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places King's Tamerton within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. A larger share of residents live on lower incomes compared to the wider national picture.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in King's Tamerton

King's Tamerton benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,856 sales

Average Price £189K
£500 — £8.2M
Detached £338K 276
Semi £188K 1,716
Terraced £166K 2,208
Flat £99K 541

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

70 Primary
19 Secondary
35 Other
Marine Academy Primary Primary Outstanding 155 yards Marine Academy Plymouth Secondary Good 155 yards Mount Tamar School 0.2 miles St Budeaux CofE Primary Academy Primary 0.3 miles Plaistow Hill Primary and Nursery School Primary 0.3 miles Tamar FOLK (For Our Local Kids) Children's Centre Good 0.5 miles Victoria Road Primary Primary 0.5 miles Weston Mill Community Primary Academy Primary 0.6 miles St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Sure Start Four Woods Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Knowle Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Ernesettle Community School Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles

Deprivation and Employment in King's Tamerton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, King's Tamerton experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
3/10
Employment
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
11,201 Children (0-15) 20%
34,403 Working Age 61%
14,048 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.7% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in King's Tamerton 529 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for King's Tamerton are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

247 Violence & Sexual Offences
70 Anti-Social Behaviour
52 Criminal Damage & Arson
43 Other Theft
40 Shoplifting
32 Public Order
12 Vehicle Crime
10 Weapons
9 Burglary
7 Other Crime
3 Drugs
2 Robbery
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall St Budeaux & Kings Tamerton Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Saltash Train Station 1.5 miles
Bere Ferrers Train Station 3.1 miles
Bere Alston Train Station 5.4 miles
St Germans Train Station 6 miles
Calstock Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Honicknowle 0.6 miles St Budeaux 0.6 miles Weston Mill 0.6 miles Ernesettle 0.9 miles Barne Barton 0.9 miles Ham 0.9 miles Manadon 1.2 miles Riverside 1.2 miles Pennycross 1.4 miles Ford 1.4 miles Peverell 1.8 miles Plymouth 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Plymouth
County Devon
Ward Ham
Constituency Plymouth, Moor View
Parish Plymouth, unparished area
Region South West

Streets in PL5 30 shown View all streets

Aberdeen Avenue 4 Acklington Place 2 Adams Close 1 Admiralty Road 1 Agaton Road 3 Allern Lane 4 Anzac Avenue 1 Appleby Walk 1 Architects Way 1 Ark Royal Close 1 Arkwright Gardens 1 Ashburnham Road 2 Ashleigh Close 2 Ashleigh Lane 1 Ashridge Gardens 1 Aylesbury Crescent 2 Ballad Gardens 1 Barne Close 1 Barne Road 5 Barrie Gardens 1 Beattie Road 1 Bede Gardens 1 Belstone Close 1 Berthon Road 1 Berwick Avenue 2 Betjeman Walk 1 Bickham Road 2 Biggin Hill 6 Blackthorn Close 2 Blairgowrie Road 1

Postcodes in PL5 50 shown View all postcodes

PL5 1AA PL5 1AB PL5 1AD PL5 1AE PL5 1AF PL5 1AG PL5 1AH PL5 1AJ PL5 1AL PL5 1AN PL5 1AP PL5 1AQ PL5 1AR PL5 1AS PL5 1AT PL5 1AU PL5 1AW PL5 1AX PL5 1AY PL5 1AZ PL5 1BA PL5 1BB PL5 1BD PL5 1BE PL5 1BG PL5 1BH PL5 1BJ PL5 1BL PL5 1BP PL5 1BQ PL5 1BS PL5 1BT PL5 1BU PL5 1BW PL5 1BX PL5 1DA PL5 1DD PL5 1DE PL5 1DH PL5 1DJ PL5 1DL PL5 1DN PL5 1DP PL5 1DQ PL5 1DR PL5 1DS PL5 1DT PL5 1DU PL5 1DW PL5 1DZ