TQ1 1HD is an up-and-coming urban area on Upper Braddons Hill Road, 0.5km from Torwood in Torquay. Administratively it sits within Wellswood ward and the Torbay constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. Average age 55 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 135 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £180k.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ1 1HD are sourced from Output Area E00077160 (shared with 25 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
UPPER BRADDONS HILL ROAD, TQ1 1HD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for UPPER BRADDONS HILL ROAD, TQ1 1HD.
200
55
£ 40,800 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TQ1 1HD 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
No single demographic signal dominates TQ1 1HD — age 55, 58% ownership, 40% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £180k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ1 1HD. The average age is 55.2. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 156,000
5 sales · Mean £ 167,200
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TQ1 1HD is above average at 135 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
Ellacombe Church of England Academy
All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School
Ilsham Church of England Academy
The Spires College
Upton St James CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Baker Maker0.4 km
- DJD's Fresh Fruits0.6 km
- No 40.6 km
- Poundstretcher0.7 km
- The Cheese Pantry & Forum Deli0.6 km
- + 27 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
45 nearby- Ashley Court Hotel1.0 km
- Barclay Court Guest House0.8 km
- Belgrave Beefeater & Premier Inn1.0 km
- Hotel Cimon1.0 km
- Lindum Lodge1.0 km
- + 40 more
Pub, NightClub
18 nearby- Green Ginger0.3 km
- Harvester0.6 km
- Old Skools Cafe and Bar0.6 km
- Revolution0.3 km
- Soho0.4 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
68 nearby- Aroma Grill0.3 km
- Brody's Breakfast Bistro0.8 km
- Cafe Creme0.3 km
- Costa Coffee0.4 km
- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- + 63 more
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- KFC0.4 km
- Berlin German Doner0.3 km
- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- Gelato Quay0.4 km
- Licence 2 Fill0.3 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Co-op Torquay0.3 km
- Iceland0.7 km
- Tesco0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Torquay1.6 km
- Torre2.1 km
- Paignton4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Ten Pin Bowling Alley0.3 km
- Ten Pin Bowling Alley0.3 km
- Bingfield Close0.3 km
- Museum0.3 km
- Strand Debenhams0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ11HD · Data under Open Government Licence