Is TQ3 1BP a safe place to live?

Yes, TQ3 1BP is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 11 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TQ3 1BP?

The average property price in TQ3 1BP is currently around £362k.

What is the population of TQ3 1BP?

The population for the TQ3 1BP area is approximately 271 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

WINDMILL ROAD, TQ3 1BP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WINDMILL ROAD, TQ3 1BP.

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Population

271

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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8/10

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6/10

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5/10

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1/10

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6/10

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9/10

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10/10

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10/10

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Area Character

TQ3 1BP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 94% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TQ3 1BP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Windmill Road, 0.3km from Shorton in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Preston ward and the Torbay constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TQ3, TQ3 1BP offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 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 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £362k.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ3 1BP are sourced from Output Area E00076946 (shared with 16 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 TQ3 1BP. 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

White / British97.0%

Asian / British Asian0.7%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

40%Active

FT: 22%

Unemployed: 0%

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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 335,000

4 sales · Mean £ 325,000

Terraced

£ 385,000

1 sales · Mean £ 385,000

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

TQ3 1BP 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.

Violence and sexual offences24

Vehicle crime6

Other theft5

Anti-social behaviour3

Public order3

school Local Schools

Oldway Primary School

Outstanding685 pupils1.1 km

The Brunel Academy

Requires Improvement47 pupils1.1 km

Sacred Heart Catholic School

Good230 pupils1.3 km

Kings Ash Academy

Good417 pupils1.3 km

Preston Primary School

Good325 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Lucky's Convenience Store0.7 km
Top Shop0.7 km
Preston Down Post Office0.7 km
Marldon Hill Post Office0.7 km

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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby

Ka-Ming0.7 km
The Happy Plaice0.7 km
Oldway Tearooms0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Paignton1.9 km
Torquay2.6 km
Torre3.3 km

Bus Stops

Windmill Road0.0 km
Windmill Road0.0 km
Albany Road0.1 km
Cranford Road0.1 km
Albany Road0.1 km