PL5South Hams

South Hams Coastal Communities

South Hams Coastal Communities investment guide. Average gross yield 0.0%, unknown rental demand.

0.0%avg gross yield

£196kavg sold price (536 sales, 12mo)

Unknownrental demand

Article 4: No· Permitted development applies

Last updated May 2026

Average Gross Yield

0.0%

+0.0% vs South Hams avg (0.0%)

Average Asking Price

£195,867

high confidence (536 sales)

Est. Monthly Rent

2-bed · 3-bed -

Price Per Sq Ft

£244

Estimated Rent by Bedroom Count

Average asking rent and gross yield per bedroom count in PL5

Ownership mix

PL5 vs UK average · 24,088 dwellings · Source: ONS Census 2021

High social-rent share: 28% socially rented (11pp higher than the UK average of 17%).

Owned outrightNo mortgage on the property

27.8%(UK 32.9%)

-5.1pp vs UK

Owned with mortgageIncluding shared ownership

29.3%(UK 29.7%)

-0.4pp vs UK

Privately rented (BTL)Private landlord or letting agent

14.5%(UK 20.3%)

-5.8pp vs UK

Socially rentedCouncil or housing association

28.4%(UK 17.1%)

+11.3pp vs UK

Black tick = UK average. ONS Census 2021, TS054 (Tenure of household).

Yield by Property Type

Gross yield breakdown across property types in PL5

PropertyData.co.uk

Type	Gross Yield	Avg Price	Avg Rent/mo
Terraced →	7.1%	£190,000	£1,117
Semi-detached →	6.0%	£219,788	£1,108
Detached →	4.1%	£349,334	£1,187
Flat →	13.1%	£99,043	£1,084

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About South Hams Coastal Communities (PL5, South Hams)

PL5 encompasses popular South Devon coastal and semi-rural areas including Ivybridge and surrounding villages. Investors are attracted to this postcode for its desirable location between Dartmoor and the coast, combined with relatively affordable entry prices averaging £195,867 compared to nearby premium coastal towns.

The tenant demographic is mixed, comprising families seeking commutable distance to Plymouth, retirees attracted to the area's amenities, and young professionals working in South Devon. Strong local employment in retail, healthcare, and tourism sectors supports consistent rental demand, though specific rental data for this postcode requires further investigation.

Investors should note that yield data is currently unavailable for PL5, making it essential to conduct detailed rental analysis before committing capital. Property appreciation potential exists given the area's proximity to Dartmoor and coastal access, but thorough local market research and comparable rental assessments are critical before purchase decisions.

Sold Price Trend - PL5

Average sold price, last 8 quarters

+2.5% over 2 years

Flip Activity - PL5

Same property bought and sold within 18 months, last 24 months

→ vs prior 24 months

Flips

last 24 months

Median uplift*

+41.7%

after HPI adjust

Median hold

13 mo

Flip rate

0.9%

of all sales

Recent case studies

bridwell road

Semi

Bought Nov 24

£180k

Sold Feb 26

£255k

15 mo+41.7%

marina road

Terraced

Bought Mar 25

£129k

Sold Feb 26

£214k

11 mo+65.5%

northumberland street

Terraced

Bought Dec 24

£141k

Sold Dec 25

£210k

13 mo+43.6%*

Gross 49.5%

biggin hill

Semi

Bought Oct 23

£140k

Sold Dec 24

£174k

14 mo+19.7%*

Gross 23.9%

agaton road

Terraced

Bought Oct 23

£120k

Sold Nov 24

£161k

13 mo+28.5%*

Gross 34.4%

ashburnham road

Semi

Bought Oct 23

£120k

Sold Sept 24

£240k

11 mo+93.8%*

Gross 100.0%

* 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 - PL5

Restrictions that affect HMO and buy-to-let investors in this postcode district

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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.

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Selective LicensingNot in effect

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Additional HMO LicensingNot in effect

No Article 4 directions in this LPA. Selective/additional licensing not yet verified.

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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