TQ3 1AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Sharpitor Close, 0.6km from Shorton in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Preston ward and the Torbay constituency.
For families considering a move, TQ3 1AR represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £288k, up 21.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ3 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00076942 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHARPITOR CLOSE, TQ3 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHARPITOR CLOSE, TQ3 1AR.
261
50
£ 42,700 /yr
47%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TQ3 1AR spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 21.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ3 1AR. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 272,500
4 sales · Mean £ 280,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TQ3 1AR has low crime rates — 11 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Kings Ash Academy
Oldway Primary School
The Brunel Academy
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Marldon Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Ye Olde Smokey House1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Occombe Cafe0.8 km
- The Bakehouse Cafe0.8 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Marldon Service Station1.0 km
- Lucky's Convenience Store0.9 km
- Occombe Farm Deli0.8 km
- Top Shop0.7 km
- Preston Down Post Office0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Ka-Ming0.7 km
- The Happy Plaice0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Paignton2.1 km
- Torquay2.8 km
- Torre3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Manaton Tor Road0.1 km
- Dolphin Court0.1 km
- Dolphin Court0.1 km
- Longmead Walk0.2 km
- Longmead Walk0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ31AR · Data under Open Government Licence