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Location in DevonRoborough sits where the marker shows within the county.

44,241
Population
17,007
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£50,253
Avg. household income
1,088
Businesses
811
People per km²
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About Roborough

Roborough is a village located in Devon, England, within the PL6 postcode area. It is situated to the north of Plymouth, making it a convenient location for those wishing to access the city while enjoying a more rural setting. The area features a mix of residential housing and local amenities, including a few shops and a primary school, catering to the needs of its residents.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering various walking routes for outdoor enthusiasts. Nearby, you will find Dartmoor National Park, which provides opportunities for hiking and exploring the natural landscape. Roborough also has good transport links, making it easy to travel to nearby towns and attractions in Devon. Overall, it serves as a peaceful community with access to both nature and urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Roborough

There are 96 schools in and around Roborough. Tor Bridge Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 11 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Roborough

The average property price is £270K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £185K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Roborough

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is prevalent across Roborough, with 38 recorded incidents in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Roborough

Roborough sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Healthcare in Roborough

There are 11 GP surgeries within three miles of Roborough, the nearest being Roborough Surgery (1.1 miles away).

Local Data for Roborough

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Property Prices 5,311 sales

Average Price £270K
£805 , £22.72M
Detached £395K 1,209
Semi £245K 1,244
Terraced £185K 2,323
Flat £127K 327

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

53 Primary
14 Secondary
29 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 11
Requires improvement 1
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the PL6 postcode area.

Bickleigh Down Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Widewell Primary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Oakwood Primary Academy Primary 1.1 miles University of St Mark & St John Not applicable Good 1.6 miles Southernway Children's Centre Good 1.6 miles Beechwood Primary Academy Primary 1.6 miles Notre Dame RC School Secondary Good 1.7 miles Thornbury Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Woodlands School Not applicable Good 2.1 miles St Matthew's Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy Primary Good 2.2 miles Plymbridge Children's Centre 2.2 miles Plym Bridge Nursery School and Day Care Nursery Good 2.2 miles

Household Income in Roborough ONS 2023

The average total household income in Roborough is approximately £50,253 a year before tax, 9% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £38,447. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Roborough £50,253
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £38,447.

Businesses in Roborough ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,088 active businesses based in Roborough, around 25 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 82% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 36 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,088 Total businesses
25 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 82%
Small, 10-49 14%
Medium, 50-249 3%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Roborough IMD 2025

Roborough sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
5/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
8/10
Children 0-15 18%
Working age 59%
Older 65+ 23%
7,819 Children (0-15) 18%
26,022 Working Age 59%
10,404 Older (65+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 14.7% 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 Roborough 364 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Roborough sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

Violence & Sexual Offences 168
Criminal Damage & Arson 38
Anti-Social Behaviour 34
Public Order 29
Shoplifting 26
Other Theft 24
Burglary 10
Drugs 10
Other Crime 10
Vehicle Crime 7
Theft from Person 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Robbery 2
Weapons 1
Local Policing
Devon And Cornwall Ivybridge Rural North Visit force website →
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Bere Ferrers Train Station 3.1 miles
Bere Alston Train Station 4.8 miles
Saltash Train Station 5.1 miles
Calstock Train Station 5.9 miles
Ivybridge Train Station 9.5 miles
St Germans Train Station 9.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Woolwell 0.6 miles Widewell 0.9 miles Bickleigh 1.2 miles Glenholt 1.2 miles Southway 1.8 miles Estover 1.9 miles Tamerton Foliot 2 miles Derriford 2 miles Lopwell 2.2 miles Whitleigh 2.2 miles Milton Combe 2.2 miles Clearbrook 2.2 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Roborough

Of the 18,859 households in and around Roborough, 69% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 14% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 69% Social rented 17% Private rented 14%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Roborough.

Frequently Asked Questions about Roborough

What is the population of Roborough?
Roborough has a population of approximately 44,241 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Roborough?
The average property in and around Roborough sold for about £269,504, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 23% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Roborough a deprived area?
Roborough sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Roborough?
Roborough is covered by the PL6 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Roborough?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Roborough, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Roborough?
The nearest railway station to Roborough is Bere Ferrers Train Station, about 3.1 miles away.

Streets in PL6 30 shown View all streets

Abney Crescent 1 Agatha Close 1 Airborne Drive 2 Alden Walk 1 Alderney Road 3 Aldersley Walk 1 Alexandra Road 2 Allerton Walk 1 Alwin Park 1 Amber Close 1 Ambleside Place 1 Appledore Close 1 Arley Close 1 Arnside Close 2 Ashdown Walk 1 Ashton Close 1 Ashtree Close 1 Austin Crescent 13 Babbacombe Close 7 Bampfylde Way 11 Bampton Road 4 Barbury Crescent 1 Barcote Walk 1 Bardsey Close 2 Barndale Crescent 2 Barningham Gardens 1 Barnstaple Close 9 Baydon Close 1 Baytree Close 1 Bearsdown Close 1

Postcodes in PL6 50 shown View all postcodes

PL6 5AB PL6 5AD PL6 5AE PL6 5AF PL6 5AG PL6 5AH PL6 5AJ PL6 5AL PL6 5AN PL6 5AP PL6 5AQ PL6 5AR PL6 5AS PL6 5AT PL6 5AU PL6 5AW PL6 5AX PL6 5AY PL6 5AZ PL6 5BA PL6 5BB PL6 5BD PL6 5BE PL6 5BG PL6 5BH PL6 5BJ PL6 5BN PL6 5BP PL6 5BQ PL6 5BR PL6 5BS PL6 5BU PL6 5BX PL6 5BY PL6 5DA PL6 5DH PL6 5DJ PL6 5DN PL6 5DP PL6 5DQ PL6 5DR PL6 5DS PL6 5DT PL6 5DU PL6 5DW PL6 5DX PL6 5DY PL6 5DZ PL6 5EA PL6 5EB