TQ2 5BU is an up-and-coming urban area on Newton Road, 0.4km from Torre in Torquay. Administratively it sits within Tormohun ward and the Torbay constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 42% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 129 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £217k. 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 TQ2 5BU are sourced from Output Area E00165881 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWTON ROAD, TQ2 5BU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWTON ROAD, TQ2 5BU.
179
43
£ 33,700 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TQ2 5BU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TQ2 5BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 37% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £217k.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ2 5BU. The average age is 43.1. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 217,500
1 sales · Mean £ 217,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TQ2 5BU is above average at 129 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
Upton St James CofE Primary School
Cockington Primary School
Torre Church of England Academy
Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School
Ellacombe Church of England Academy
Torquay Academy
Torquay Girls Grammar School
Torquay Boys' Grammar School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
41 nearby- Londis0.7 km
- Fish for All0.3 km
- Buzz Bingo0.7 km
- Carters (Torre Stores)0.1 km
- Oriental Hut0.6 km
- + 36 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
106 nearby- Derwent Hotel0.8 km
- Ascot House Hotel0.4 km
- Bentley Lodge0.3 km
- Brampton Court Residence0.9 km
- Briar Fields Hotel0.4 km
- + 101 more
Restaurant, Cafe
41 nearby- The Munch Mill0.7 km
- Cottage Cafe0.6 km
- Extreme Chocolate0.3 km
- Galaxy TQ0.3 km
- Genos0.1 km
- + 36 more
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Greenies Fish & Chips1.0 km
- Shun Da0.7 km
- Belgrave Tandoori0.3 km
- Pappas Takeaway0.2 km
- Rowes Cornish Bakers1.0 km
- + 18 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Iceland0.9 km
- Devon Fresh Mart1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
14 nearby- The Haywain1.0 km
- Twiggys1.0 km
- Upton Social Club0.5 km
- Central Bistro0.4 km
- Old Skools Cafe and Bar0.9 km
- + 9 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Torre0.5 km
- Torquay1.2 km
- Paignton4.4 km
Bus Stops
- Torre Village0.1 km
- Torre Shops0.1 km
- Barton Road0.1 km
- Torre Village0.1 km
- Teignmouth Road0.2 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: TQ25BU · Data under Open Government Licence