TQ5 0DP is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Mathill Road, 0.7km from Brixham, Higher in Brixham. Administratively it sits within Furzeham with Summercombe ward and the Totnes constituency.
For families considering a move, TQ5 0DP represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £285k, up 55.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ5 0DP are sourced from Output Area E00077048 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MATHILL ROAD, TQ5 0DP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MATHILL ROAD, TQ5 0DP.
321
54
£ 38,000 /yr
39%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TQ5 0DP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 54, 91% 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. Property prices are trending up 55.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ5 0DP. The average age is 53.9. 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
Terraced
£ 275,000
1 sales · Mean £ 275,000
Detached
£ 295,000
3 sales · Mean £ 270,842
Semi-Detached
£ 250,000
3 sales · Mean £ 244,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TQ5 0DP has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School
Eden Park Primary & Nursery School
Furzeham Primary School
Brixham College
Brixham Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Spar0.8 km
- Spar Brixham0.5 km
- The Pantry0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
7 nearby- Brookside Guesthouse0.4 km
- Fairwinds0.3 km
- The Burton Hotel0.8 km
- Anchorage Guest House0.4 km
- Melville Guest House1.0 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Brixham Sea Anglers Club0.8 km
- The Bell Inn0.5 km
- The Three Elms0.8 km
- The Golden Lion0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Ming Garden0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Bombay Mix0.4 km
- Fishionados0.4 km
- Doughy's Pizza0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Paignton6.0 km
- Torquay8.4 km
- Torre9.7 km
Bus Stops
- Mathil Road0.1 km
- Mathill Road0.1 km
- Laywell House0.2 km
- Summercourt0.2 km
- Monksbridge Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ50DP · Data under Open Government Licence