Is TQ3 1DH a safe place to live?

Yes, TQ3 1DH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 8 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TQ3 1DH?

The average property price in TQ3 1DH is currently around £343k.

What is the population of TQ3 1DH?

The population for the TQ3 1DH area is approximately 248 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

PRESTON DOWN ROAD, TQ3 1DH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRESTON DOWN ROAD, TQ3 1DH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

248

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 42,700 /yr

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Employed

38%

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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4/10

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5/10

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3/10

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6/10

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6/10

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10/10

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10/10

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Area Character

Average age 61, 94% owned. TQ3 1DH is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £343k reflects the demand.

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

TQ3 1DH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Preston Down Road, 1.0km from Preston in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Preston ward and the Torbay constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TQ3, TQ3 1DH offers 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 61 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £343k.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ3 1DH are sourced from Output Area E00076934 (shared with 7 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 1DH. The average age is 61.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.2%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

38%Active

FT: 22%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 343,000

1 sales · Mean £ 343,000

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

TQ3 1DH has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences9

Other theft3

Anti-social behaviour2

Public order1

Burglary1

school Local Schools

Preston Primary School

Good325 pupils1.3 km

Marldon Church of England Primary School

Good211 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

Torbay Party Barn0.9 km

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby

Occombe Cafe0.6 km
The Bakehouse Cafe0.7 km

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby

Lucky's Convenience Store0.8 km
Occombe Farm Deli0.6 km
Preston Down Post Office0.7 km

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby

The Happy Plaice0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Torquay2.4 km
Paignton2.5 km
Torre2.8 km

Bus Stops

Preston Down Road 1600.0 km
215 Preston Down Road0.1 km
Lindsay Road0.1 km
Duchy Gardens0.3 km
Transmitter0.3 km