Plymstock

Situated on the east bank of the river Plym, Plymstock is geographically and historically part of the South Hams. The parish church is St Mary and All Saints, the tower of which is visible from many parts of the village. The pedestrianised Broadway shopping centre is situated quite close to the church and consists of a number of shops including two big supermarkets, two banks and other local amenities including both a fire station and a small police station

Until the 20th century Plymstock was a rural parish but began to develop rapidly just before and after the Second World War as a residential area

Nearby and within Plymstock there are numerous public spaces including a large public sports area at Staddiscombe. There is a major golf club at Staddon Heights and a commercial driving range near Elburton. Rowing is available on the river Plym, there is a sailing club at Oreston and a large watersports centre at Turnchapel. There are public tennis courts at Dean Cross and a wooded area with views.

There are many state primary schools in the area and two comprehensive schools, Coombe Dean School and Plymstock School, and there are three grammar schools in Plymouth.

Frequent and efficient buses connect most areas of Plymstock with routes across the city and link to the railway station and Derriford hospital.