TQ12 1DL is a safe, established residential area on West Mount, 0.2km from Penninn in Newton Abbot. Administratively it sits within College ward and the Newton Abbot constituency.
For families considering a move, TQ12 1DL represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. With an average age of 45, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 40 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £292k.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ12 1DL are sourced from Output Area E00102442 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WEST MOUNT, TQ12 1DL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WEST MOUNT, TQ12 1DL.
310
45
£ 43,000 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
TQ12 1DL is an established family neighbourhood — 72% owner-occupation and an average age of 45 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ12 1DL. The average age is 45.4. 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: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 280,500
6 sales · Mean £ 278,500
Semi-Detached
£ 183,000
2 sales · Mean £ 183,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TQ12 1DL has low crime rates — 40 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.
school Local Schools
Decoy Primary School
Haytor View Community Primary School
Glendinning Academy
All Saints Marsh CofE Academy
Bearnes Voluntary Primary School
Wolborough Church of England (Aided) Nursery and Primary School
South Devon UTC
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cornerflag Bar (Devon FA)0.7 km
- Toby Carvery0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Keyberry Hotel0.2 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-operative Group0.9 km
- Sainsbury's0.3 km
- Aldi Stores Limited0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Goodies Fish Bar0.9 km
- Ling Ling's0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Apps Ice Creams Decoy Park Refreshment Kiosk0.2 km
- Chesters0.9 km
- Buckland Athletic Football Club0.2 km
- Forde Park Community Project0.6 km
- McDonald's Restaurants Ltd0.3 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Buckland Post Office0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Abbot0.9 km
- Torre6.5 km
- Torquay7.7 km
Bus Stops
- Shelter0.2 km
- Keyberry Park0.2 km
- Shelter0.2 km
- Keyberry Park0.2 km
- Sainsburys Penn Inn0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ121DL · Data under Open Government Licence