Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

BRIDGETOWN, TQ9 5BS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGETOWN, TQ9 5BS.

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Population

271

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 41,000 /yr

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Employed

35%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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6/10
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4/10
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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

TQ9 5BS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 86% 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TQ9 5BS is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bridgetown, 0.3km from Higher Westonfields in Totnes. Administratively it sits within Totnes ward and the Totnes constituency.

For families considering a move, TQ9 5BS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% 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.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ9 5BS are sourced from Output Area E00102217 (shared with 14 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 TQ9 5BS. The average age is 51.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian0.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

35%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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

TQ9 5BS has low crime rates — 12 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.

Violence and sexual offences30
Public order6
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson4
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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Totnes St John's Church of England Primary School

Inadequate141 pupils0.3 km
P

The Grove School

Outstanding322 pupils0.8 km
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King Edward VI Community College

Good1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

28 nearby
  • Grown in Totnes0.6 km
  • Marketplace Ministries Ltd0.6 km
  • Signal Box Cafe0.9 km
  • Use The Sauce0.6 km
  • Use The Sauce0.6 km
  • + 23 more
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Retailers - Other

21 nearby
  • Rushbrook Youth Space (DYS Space*)0.7 km
  • Amelies Deli0.7 km
  • Annies Fruit Shop0.6 km
  • Cormacks Seafood0.6 km
  • Country Cheeses0.6 km
  • + 16 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • B & B0.8 km
  • Four Seasons Guest House0.3 km
  • Royal Seven Stars Hotel0.5 km
  • The Old Forge Hotel Ltd0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Albert Inn0.3 km
  • Dartmouth Inn0.7 km
  • King William IV Hotel0.7 km
  • Lord Nelson0.6 km
  • Steam Packet Inn0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Totnes Post Office and Spar0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Food for Thought0.5 km
  • Phoenix0.4 km
  • Totnes Grill0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Totnes1.0 km
  • Paignton7.9 km
  • Torquay9.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Cross Park0.0 km
  • Cross Park0.1 km
  • Seymour Place0.2 km
  • Seymour Place0.2 km
  • Stafford Court0.2 km