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Area guide

PL7 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the PL7 postcode area, covering Plymouth and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

PL7 area price snapshot

Average price

£170,582

Median price

£170,000

5-year trend

+28.0%

Total sales

19,014

The PL7 area has 661 individual postcodes with 19,014 registered sales. Prices are +57.0% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Plymouth. The five-year price movement is +28.0%.

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

PL7 averages £170,582, placing it in the affordable category, +57.0% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 19,014 recorded sales across 661 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in PL7 is +28.0%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for PL7

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in PL7 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 PL7.
  • 🏘️Explore Plymouth. Much of the PL7 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 PL7 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 PL7

PL7 5LA

£142,622 avg · 189 sales

PL7 5LF

£129,373 avg · 184 sales

PL7 2GN

£119,563 avg · 157 sales

PL7 2QP

£117,013 avg · 157 sales

PL7 1TA

£115,006 avg · 154 sales

PL7 2FR

£186,138 avg · 145 sales

PL7 2GD

£111,277 avg · 136 sales

PL7 2WE

£167,333 avg · 129 sales

PL7 4BU

£114,941 avg · 126 sales

View all 661 postcodes in PL7 →

Useful tools for PL7 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£912

Avg £170,582 in PL7

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 PL7 with other areas

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Plymouth data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This PL7 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 PL7?

The average sold price in the PL7 postcode area is £170,582, based on 19,014 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Plymouth.

How do PL7 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in PL7 average £170,582, which is +57.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is PL7 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

PL7 is +57.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. With 661 postcodes, there is a wide range of property options and price points within this area.

How have PL7 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in PL7 have moved +28.0% 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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