Is TQ9 6TH a safe place to live?

Yes, TQ9 6TH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 15 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in TQ9 6TH?

The average property price in TQ9 6TH is currently around £642k.

What is the population of TQ9 6TH?

The population for the TQ9 6TH area is approximately 391 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

TQ9 6TH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TQ9 6TH.

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

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Population

391

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,400 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TQ9 6TH is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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7/10

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8/10

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1/10

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4/10

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4/10

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8/10

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9/10

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8/10

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8/10

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Area Character

TQ9 6TH is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £642k, 79% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address. Property prices are trending up 6.6% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TQ9 6TH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.2km from Dartington in Dartington. Administratively it sits within Dartington & Staverton ward and the Totnes constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TQ9, TQ9 6TH offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £642k, up 6.6% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ9 6TH are sourced from Output Area E00102042 (shared with 24 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 6TH. The average age is 48.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%

Asian / British Asian1.3%

Black / African / Caribbean0.3%

Other / Mixed0.8%

Economic Activity

44%Active

FT: 25%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 642,322

8 sales · Mean £ 624,701

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

TQ9 6TH has low crime rates — 15 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 offences19

Anti-social behaviour3

Other theft3

Criminal damage and arson3

Public order2

school Local Schools

River Dart Academy

Inadequate25 pupils0.2 km

Bidwell Brook School

Good159 pupils0.5 km

Dartington Church of England Academy

Good261 pupils0.5 km

King Edward VI Community College

Good1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Bayards Kitchen0.3 km

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby

The Food Shop0.3 km
Chloe's Cakes0.1 km

hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby

Totnes Passivhaus B & B0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Totnes1.7 km
Paignton10.3 km
Torquay11.8 km

Bus Stops

Newman Crescent0.1 km
Newman Crescent0.1 km
Cott Inn0.2 km
Cott0.2 km
Cott Inn0.2 km