Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

TQ9 5DS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TQ9 5DS.

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

486

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 41,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

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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9/10
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3/10
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4/10
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4/10
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6/10
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6/10
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7/10
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8/10
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Area Character

TQ9 5DS is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

TQ9 5DS is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from Follaton in Totnes. Administratively it sits within Totnes ward and the Totnes constituency.

For families considering a move, TQ9 5DS represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. A balanced community with an average age of 39 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ9 5DS are sourced from Output Area E00102236 (shared with 46 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 5DS. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.2%
Asian / British Asian1.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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

TQ9 5DS has low crime rates — 10 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 offences8
Other theft2
Vehicle crime2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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King Edward VI Community College

Good1.5 km
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River Dart Academy

Inadequate25 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Great Grubb1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Follaton Stores0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Totnes1.9 km
  • Paignton10.7 km
  • Torquay12.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Follaton Cross0.1 km
  • Follaton Cross0.1 km
  • Follaton House0.3 km
  • Village Shop0.3 km
  • Follaton House0.3 km