TQ3 1AE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Dolphin Crescent, 0.5km from Shorton in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Preston ward and the Torbay constituency.
For serious buyers, TQ3 1AE is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £474k, down 28.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ3 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00076951 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
DOLPHIN CRESCENT, TQ3 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOLPHIN CRESCENT, TQ3 1AE.
253
56
£ 42,700 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 94% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, TQ3 1AE is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £474k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 28.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ3 1AE. The average age is 55.6. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 350,000
13 sales · Mean £ 380,884
Semi-Detached
£ 472,500
1 sales · Mean £ 472,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TQ3 1AE has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Kings Ash Academy
Oldway Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic School
The Brunel Academy
Marldon Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Ye Olde Smokey House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Occombe Cafe0.9 km
- The Bakehouse Cafe0.9 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Marldon Service Station0.9 km
- Occombe Farm Deli0.9 km
- Top Shop0.4 km
- Marldon Hill Post Office0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Ka-Ming0.5 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-Operative Foodstore0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Paignton2.1 km
- Torquay3.0 km
- Torre3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Longmead Walk0.1 km
- Longmead Walk0.1 km
- Dolphin Court0.2 km
- Dolphin Court0.2 km
- Longmead Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ31AE · Data under Open Government Licence