TQ12 5QF is a sought-after residential area on St Marys Close, 0.3km from Abbotskerswell in Abbotskerswell. Administratively it sits within Ambrook ward and the Newton Abbot constituency.
For serious buyers, TQ12 5QF is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An established, mature community with an average age of 55 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 87% 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £320k, down 22.2% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ12 5QF are sourced from Output Area E00102278 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ST MARYS CLOSE, TQ12 5QF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST MARYS CLOSE, TQ12 5QF.
289
55
£ 48,200 /yr
41%
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
Average age 55, 87% owned. TQ12 5QF is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £320k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 22.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ12 5QF. The average age is 55.1. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 247,500
6 sales · Mean £ 265,166
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
TQ12 5QF has low crime rates — 8 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.
school Local Schools
Abbotskerswell Primary School
Canada Hill Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Cool For Cats Cafe0.9 km
- The Priory Village Ltd0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Court Farm Inn0.2 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Central Stores0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton Abbot2.6 km
- Torre6.3 km
- Torquay7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Corn Park Road0.1 km
- Corn Park Road0.1 km
- Abbots Stores0.2 km
- Model Cottages0.2 km
- Grange Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ125QF · Data under Open Government Licence