TQ1 1EJ is an up-and-coming urban area on Torwood Gardens Road, 0.3km from Torwood in Torquay. Administratively it sits within Tormohun ward and the Torbay constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — an area with a high proportion of elderly residents, often in communal housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 134 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ1 1EJ are sourced from Output Area E00077167 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TORWOOD GARDENS ROAD, TQ1 1EJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TORWOOD GARDENS ROAD, TQ1 1EJ.
359
49
£ 40,800 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TQ1 1EJ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 49, TQ1 1EJ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ1 1EJ. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TQ1 1EJ is above average at 134 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Warberry CofE Academy
Ilsham Church of England Academy
Ellacombe Church of England Academy
All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
28 nearby- Baker Maker0.6 km
- DJD's Fresh Fruits1.0 km
- No 40.9 km
- Poundstretcher0.9 km
- The Cheese Pantry & Forum Deli0.9 km
- + 23 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
33 nearby- The Maycliffe Hotel0.7 km
- Burlington Hotel0.6 km
- Devonshire Hotel Ltd0.4 km
- Hampton by Hilton Torquay0.2 km
- Haytor Hotel0.1 km
- + 28 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Green Ginger0.4 km
- Harvester0.4 km
- Old Skools Cafe and Bar0.9 km
- Revolution0.4 km
- Soho0.4 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
58 nearby- Aroma Grill0.5 km
- Cafe Creme0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.7 km
- Costa Coffee1.0 km
- Fishionados1.0 km
- + 53 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- KFC0.5 km
- Berlin German Doner0.4 km
- Domino's Pizza0.4 km
- Gelato Quay0.4 km
- Licence 2 Fill0.4 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Co-op Torquay0.2 km
- Iceland1.0 km
- Tesco0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Torquay1.7 km
- Torre2.3 km
- Paignton4.3 km
Bus Stops
- Ten Pin Bowling Alley0.1 km
- Meadfoot Road0.1 km
- Ten Pin Bowling Alley0.1 km
- Parkhill Road Medical Centre0.1 km
- Parkhill Road Medical Cente0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ11EJ · Data under Open Government Licence