Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

PACKHALL LANE, TQ5 0AX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PACKHALL LANE, TQ5 0AX.

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Population

289

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 38,000 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TQ5 0AX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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4/10
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2/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

TQ5 0AX is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 40 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. £400k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending up 98.8% year-on-year.

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

TQ5 0AX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Packhall Lane, 0.9km from Hillhead in Brixham. Administratively it sits within Furzeham with Summercombe ward and the Totnes constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 40) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £400k, up 98.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ5 0AX are sourced from Output Area E00077033 (shared with 9 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 TQ5 0AX. The average age is 39.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.5%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 400,000

1 sales · Mean £ 400,000

Semi-Detached

£ 201,250

2 sales · Mean £ 201,250

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

TQ5 0AX has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences24
Anti-social behaviour4
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1

school Local Schools

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St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School

Requires Improvement69 pupils0.8 km
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Eden Park Primary & Nursery School

Good474 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Pantry0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Bombay Mix0.8 km
  • Fishionados0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Paignton6.4 km
  • Torquay9.0 km
  • Torre10.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Maple Road0.1 km
  • Maple Road0.1 km
  • Elizabeth Avenue0.1 km
  • Packhall Lane0.2 km
  • Milton Street0.2 km