Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

SHERWELL HILL, TQ2 6BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHERWELL HILL, TQ2 6BQ.

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Population

268

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: TQ2 6BQ 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.

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5/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 61% owner-occupation and average age 38, TQ2 6BQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TQ2 6BQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Sherwell Hill, 0.4km from Torre in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Cockington with Chelston ward and the Torbay constituency.

For families considering a move, TQ2 6BQ represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ2 6BQ are sourced from Output Area E00076844 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ2 6BQ. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.3%
Asian / British Asian2.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

TQ2 6BQ has low crime rates — 39 incidents 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.

Violence and sexual offences121
Anti-social behaviour35
Criminal damage and arson19
Other theft11
Vehicle crime11

school Local Schools

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Cockington Primary School

Inadequate0.3 km
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Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School

Good144 pupils0.8 km
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Torre Church of England Academy

Good339 pupils1.0 km
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Torquay Girls Grammar School

Outstanding990 pupils1.1 km
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Torquay Boys' Grammar School

Good1087 pupils1.1 km
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Sherwell Valley Primary School

Good704 pupils1.2 km
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Upton St James CofE Primary School

Good92 pupils1.2 km
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Torquay Academy

Good1406 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

18 nearby
  • Londis0.2 km
  • John Shambrook Butchers0.6 km
  • Xtreme Vapour0.8 km
  • Fish for All0.6 km
  • Carters (Torre Stores)0.8 km
  • + 13 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

93 nearby
  • Derwent Hotel0.6 km
  • Seascape Hotel0.9 km
  • Templestowe Hotel0.9 km
  • 74 Belgravia0.6 km
  • Abbey Court Hotel0.6 km
  • + 88 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • The Drum Inn0.9 km
  • Central Bistro1.0 km
  • DT's0.6 km
  • Fox And Firkin0.8 km
  • Freedom 350.6 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • Community Cafe0.9 km
  • Rose Cottage Tea Garden0.9 km
  • The Munch Mill0.2 km
  • @Cafedelmar0.2 km
  • Cantina0.8 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Foodstore0.5 km
  • Devon Fresh Mart0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

16 nearby
  • Dragon King0.5 km
  • Greenies Fish & Chips0.4 km
  • Licensed To Eat0.5 km
  • Shun Da0.2 km
  • Cobleys0.6 km
  • + 11 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Torre0.6 km
  • Torquay0.8 km
  • Paignton3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Ashfield House0.1 km
  • Sherwell Lane0.1 km
  • Ashfield House0.1 km
  • Sherwell Lane Christadelphian Hall0.1 km
  • Sherwell Lane0.1 km