Moving to Plymouth
Devon, England
Getting around
GWR services from Plymouth station to London Paddington. CrossCountry links to Bristol and the Midlands. Citybus and Stagecoach local bus services.
Commute to London: 3 hours 15 minutes by train
Key neighbourhoods
The Barbican
~£250,000Historic waterfront area with cobbled streets, independent galleries, pubs, and the Mayflower Steps.
Peverell
~£245,000Popular residential suburb with a neighbourhood centre, Central Park nearby, and good schools.
Plymstock
~£270,000Suburban area to the south-east with coastal access, family housing, and the Broadway shopping area.
Mutley
~£210,000Lively area near the university with a mix of student and residential housing and an independent high street.
Council tax
Band D council tax in Plymouth averages £2,441.85 a year for 2026/27, including the police and fire precepts. Your own bill depends on your property's valuation band (A–H), and can differ within the area where a parish sets its own precept. Source: Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
Local tips
- Plymouth Hoe offers stunning views across Plymouth Sound and is ideal for walks and events.
- Dartmoor National Park and the South Devon coastline are both easily accessible.
- Plymouth is the UK's Ocean City with a strong marine science and naval heritage.
- Property prices are very affordable compared to much of the south of England.
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