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Area guide

PL3 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the PL3 postcode area, covering Plymouth and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

PL3 area price snapshot

Average price

£160,870

Median price

£152,500

5-year trend

+34.1%

Total sales

19,121

The PL3 area has 641 individual postcodes with 19,121 registered sales. Prices are +59.5% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Plymouth. The five-year price movement is +34.1%.

About Plymouth

A historic naval city on the Devon coast with affordable housing, a strong maritime economy and direct trains to London Paddington.

🚆 Main station

Plymouth

⏱️ London commute

~165 min by train

View full Plymouth property data →

Market context

PL3 averages £160,870, placing it in the affordable category, +59.5% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 19,121 recorded sales across 641 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in PL3 is +34.1%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for PL3

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in PL3 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in PL3.
  • 🏘️Explore Plymouth. Much of the PL3 activity centres on Plymouth. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the PL3 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in PL3

PL3 5TX

£145,221 avg · 172 sales

PL3 6AY

£84,344 avg · 165 sales

PL3 4LA

£134,486 avg · 151 sales

PL3 4NL

£156,259 avg · 142 sales

PL3 6BR

£118,739 avg · 141 sales

PL3 4NH

£154,627 avg · 133 sales

PL3 4LQ

£115,692 avg · 127 sales

PL3 6TP

£120,011 avg · 125 sales

PL3 4RN

£182,258 avg · 123 sales

View all 641 postcodes in PL3 →

Useful tools for PL3 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£717

Avg £160,870 in PL3

Full guide →

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare PL3 with other areas

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Plymouth data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This PL3 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in PL3?

The average sold price in the PL3 postcode area is £160,870, based on 19,121 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Plymouth.

How do PL3 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in PL3 average £160,870, which is +59.5% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in PL3 lower than the average?

The median price (£152,500) is 5.2% below the average (£160,870), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have PL3 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in PL3 have moved +34.1% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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