TQ12 1AR is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.6km from Newton Abbot in Newton Abbot. Administratively it sits within College ward and the Newton Abbot constituency.
For families considering a move, TQ12 1AR represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 50 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ12 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00102438 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TQ12 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TQ12 1AR.
440
50
£ 43,000 /yr
40%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 50, TQ12 1AR has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ12 1AR. The average age is 50.0. 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 demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TQ12 1AR has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wolborough Church of England (Aided) Nursery and Primary School
Bearnes Voluntary Primary School
All Saints Marsh CofE Academy
Decoy Primary School
South Devon UTC
Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School
Newton Abbot College
Haytor View Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
46 nearby- Escape Entertainment Venue0.7 km
- Austins Pineroom Restaurant0.6 km
- Chippies Plaice0.6 km
- Coffee #10.6 km
- Coral Wharf Ltd0.7 km
- + 41 more
Retailers - Other
26 nearby- Ashfords Fruit And Vegetables0.7 km
- Card Factory0.6 km
- Cressicks GreenEco Supplies0.7 km
- GAME Retail Ltd0.7 km
- Glorious Veronicas0.5 km
- + 21 more
Pub, NightClub
23 nearby- Cornerflag Bar (Devon FA)0.4 km
- Golden Lion0.7 km
- Jolly Farmer0.7 km
- Teign Cellars Ltd0.5 km
- Teignbridge 76 Club0.7 km
- + 18 more
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Ivor Dewdney Pasties Ltd0.6 km
- Jackson Ltd (Fish & Chip Shop)0.6 km
- Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway0.5 km
- The Express Pasta Company0.7 km
- Tiger Noodle Bar0.7 km
- + 14 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Keyberry Hotel0.8 km
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Sainsbury's0.4 km
- Sainsbury's0.8 km
- Iceland Frozen Foods Plc0.7 km
- Asda Stores Limited0.8 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Abbot0.5 km
- Torre7.2 km
- Teignmouth8.2 km
Bus Stops
- Church Road0.1 km
- Church Road0.1 km
- College Road0.2 km
- College Road0.2 km
- Torquay Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ121AR · Data under Open Government Licence