TQ3 1BJ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Albany Road, 0.3km from Shorton in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Preston ward and the Torbay constituency.
For serious buyers, TQ3 1BJ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Residents average 53 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £310k.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ3 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00076946 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALBANY ROAD, TQ3 1BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBANY ROAD, TQ3 1BJ.
271
53
£ 42,700 /yr
40%
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
TQ3 1BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 94% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £310k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ3 1BJ. The average age is 53.1. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 310,000
1 sales · Mean £ 310,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TQ3 1BJ has low crime rates — 10 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Brunel Academy
Oldway Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Preston Primary School
Kings Ash Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Yew Tree House1.0 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Lucky's Convenience Store0.6 km
- Top Shop0.8 km
- Preston Down Post Office0.6 km
- Marldon Hill Post Office0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Old Manor Inn1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Golden Sands1.0 km
- Ka-Ming0.8 km
- Ocean Wild Fish Bar0.9 km
- The Happy Plaice0.6 km
- Nads Baps1.0 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Paignton1.8 km
- Torquay2.5 km
- Torre3.2 km
Bus Stops
- Hutton Road0.0 km
- Windmill Gardens0.1 km
- Albany Road0.1 km
- Albany Road0.1 km
- Windmill Road0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ31BJ · Data under Open Government Licence