TQ1 1JQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hoxton Road, 0.2km from Ellacombe in Torquay. Administratively it sits within Ellacombe ward and the Torbay constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 61% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £135k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ1 1JQ are sourced from Output Area E00076878 (shared with 3 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOXTON ROAD, TQ1 1JQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOXTON ROAD, TQ1 1JQ.
245
36
£ 39,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: TQ1 1JQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TQ1 1JQ spans multiple life stages — average age 36, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ1 1JQ. The average age is 36.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 89,000
7 sales · Mean £ 99,214
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around TQ1 1JQ is moderate at 56 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.
school Local Schools
Ellacombe Church of England Academy
Warberry CofE Academy
The Spires College
All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School
Upton St James CofE Primary School
Homelands Primary School
St Margaret's Academy
Ilsham Church of England Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
37 nearby- Baker Maker0.7 km
- DJD's Fresh Fruits0.5 km
- Itsa Boba0.8 km
- No 40.6 km
- Poundstretcher0.5 km
- + 32 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
33 nearby- Ashley Court Hotel0.8 km
- Barclay Court Guest House0.4 km
- Hotel Cimon0.8 km
- Lindum Lodge0.8 km
- Seascape Hotel1.0 km
- + 28 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Central Bistro0.8 km
- Green Ginger1.0 km
- Old Skools Cafe and Bar0.5 km
- Revolution1.0 km
- Boots and Laces0.7 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
45 nearby- Aroma Grill0.9 km
- Beach House Catering0.5 km
- Brody's Breakfast Bistro0.6 km
- Cafe Creme0.9 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- + 40 more
Takeaway Shop
28 nearby- KFC0.9 km
- Berlin German Doner0.9 km
- Domino's Pizza1.0 km
- Green Chillies0.8 km
- Hong Kitchen0.8 km
- + 23 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.9 km
- Lidl0.7 km
- Iceland0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Torre1.7 km
- Torquay1.8 km
- Paignton4.9 km
Bus Stops
- Hoxton Road0.0 km
- Hoxton Road0.0 km
- Ellacombe Church Road0.2 km
- Ellacombe Green0.3 km
- Ellacombe Church Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ11JQ · Data under Open Government Licence