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Devonport & Royal Naval Area

Devonport & Royal Naval Area investment guide. Average gross yield 5.2%, unknown rental demand.

5.2%avg gross yield
£190kavg sold price (475 sales, 12mo)
Unknownrental demand
Article 4: No· Permitted development applies
Last updated May 2026
Average Gross Yield
5.2%
-0.6% vs Plymouth avg (5.8%)
Average Asking Price
£190,273
high confidence (475 sales)
Est. Monthly Rent
£995
2-bed · 3-bed - · 6.7% yield
Price Per Sq Ft
£225
City avg £242/sqft · 17 below average
Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count
Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in PL2
1-bed
£680
per month
5.3% yield
2-bed
£995
per month
6.7% yield
4-bed
£1,499
per month
7.3% yield
Ownership mix
PL2 vs UK average · 18,985 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021
Distinct tenure mix: 25% owned outright (8pp lower than the UK average of 33%).
Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property
25.4%(UK 32.9%)
-7.5pp vs UK
Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership
33.2%(UK 29.7%)
+3.5pp vs UK
Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent
23.5%(UK 20.3%)
+3.2pp vs UK
Socially rentedCouncil or housing association
17.9%(UK 17.1%)
+0.8pp vs UK
Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).
Yield by Property Type
Gross yield breakdown across property types in PL2
PropertyData.co.uk
TypeGross YieldAvg PriceAvg Rent/mo
Terraced6.7%£183,909£1,030
Semi-detached5.7%£251,270£1,191
Detached4.3%£364,648£1,310
Flat9.5%£115,000£908

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About Devonport & Royal Naval Area (PL2, Plymouth)

PL2 attracts property investors seeking solid rental yields in an established Plymouth neighbourhood. With an average gross yield of 5.2% and asking prices around £190,273, the area offers accessible entry points for portfolio builders, particularly in the 2-4 bedroom segments where yields reach 6.7-7.3%.

The tenant mix is likely dominated by young professionals and families, with rental demand skewed towards 2-bedroom properties (£995/month) and larger family homes (4-bedroom at £1,499/month). The 1-bedroom sector, though offering 5.3% yield, may represent a smaller tenant pool and should be assessed carefully against local demand data.

Investors should note that rental demand specifics remain unmapped for this postcode, making due diligence on local employment hubs and student populations essential before committing. Property condition surveys and understanding the age of housing stock are particularly important given the area's proximity to historic Devonport dockyard, which may influence both property values and maintenance considerations.

Sold Price Trend - PL2
Average sold price, last 8 quarters
+8.1% over 2 years
Flip Activity - PL2
Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months
vs prior 24 months
Flips
7
last 24 months
Median uplift*
+77.0%
after HPI adjust
Median hold
12 mo
Flip rate
0.7%
of all sales
Recent case studies
beacon down avenue
Semi
Bought Dec 24
£174k
Sold Nov 25
£390k
12 mo+115.1%*
Gross 124.3%
fisher road
Terraced
Bought Oct 24
£160k
Sold Mar 25
£231k
6 mo+45.4%*
Gross 44.4%
rosedale avenue
Terraced
Bought Aug 24
£169k
Sold Mar 25
£250k
8 mo+44.8%*
Gross 47.9%
beresford street
Terraced
Bought Feb 24
£147k
Sold Jan 25
£300k
12 mo+99.3%*
Gross 104.1%
victory street
Terraced
Bought Feb 23
£125k
Sold Jul 24
£175k
17 mo+40.9%*
phillimore street
Terraced
Bought Jan 23
£104k
Sold Jun 24
£180k
18 mo+77.0%*
Gross 73.1%
* Real uplift after ONS regional House Price Index adjustment. Freehold and leasehold included; leasehold flips flagged as lease-extension status is not verifiable from public data. Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data.
Planning & Licensing - PL2
Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district
Article 4 Direction (HMO)Not in effect
HMOs of up to 6 occupants (C4 use class) can be created without planning permission in this area.
Selective LicensingNot in effect
Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect
Article 4 directions cover parts of Plymouth. The exact street-level coverage varies — confirm with the council before exchanging.
Planning information is for guidance only. Always verify with the local planning authority before purchasing. Data correct as of April 2026.
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