TQ3 1DU is a safe, established residential area on Preston Down Road, 0.2km from Preston in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Preston ward and the Torbay constituency.
For serious buyers, TQ3 1DU is a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 87% 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 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £602k.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ3 1DU are sourced from Output Area E00076940 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PRESTON DOWN ROAD, TQ3 1DU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PRESTON DOWN ROAD, TQ3 1DU.
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£ 42,700 /yr
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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 1DU is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £602k, 87% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £602k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ3 1DU. The average age is 45.8. 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
£ 297,500
3 sales · Mean £ 391,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TQ3 1DU has low crime rates — 14 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
Preston Primary School
The Brunel Academy
Oldway Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
4 nearby- The Co-Operative Foodstore0.6 km
- Londis0.6 km
- Tesco0.8 km
- Preston Sands Store0.7 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- M & S News0.6 km
- Preston Post Office0.6 km
- Spar0.6 km
- Lucky's Convenience Store0.3 km
- Paignton SNU Spiritualist Centre0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Yew Tree House0.3 km
- Channel View Hotel0.8 km
- Braedene Lodge0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Ship Inn0.9 km
- The Old Manor Inn0.7 km
- Sports Lounge0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Tandoori Nights0.7 km
- The Bright Bean0.7 km
- Franx Lifestyle Cafe0.6 km
- The Plot Catering Co0.7 km
- The Coffee Lounge Paignton0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- London Fryer0.7 km
- Wok's Kitchen0.6 km
- Golden Sands0.8 km
- Ocean Wild Fish Bar0.8 km
- Sara's on the Beach0.9 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Torquay1.7 km
- Paignton1.9 km
- Torre2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Upper Headland Park Road0.1 km
- Upper Headland Park Road 600.1 km
- Sandringham Gardens0.2 km
- Upper Headland Park Road 480.2 km
- Upper Penns Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ31DU · Data under Open Government Licence