Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

BLYTHSWOOD CRESCENT, TQ1 3HJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLYTHSWOOD CRESCENT, TQ1 3HJ.

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Population

284

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 39,100 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TQ1 3HJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. TQ1 3HJ's 68% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

TQ1 3HJ is a safe, established residential area on Blythswood Crescent, 0.3km from Plainmoor in Torquay. Administratively it sits within St Marychurch ward and the Torbay constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 54 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £265k.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ1 3HJ are sourced from Output Area E00077009 (shared with 6 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 TQ1 3HJ. The average age is 43.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.4%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 253,500

4 sales · Mean £ 248,500

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

Crime around TQ1 3HJ is moderate at 54 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 offences211
Anti-social behaviour51
Criminal damage and arson44
Other theft30
Public order27

school Local Schools

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Ellacombe Church of England Academy

Good399 pupils0.4 km
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Upton St James CofE Primary School

Good92 pupils0.4 km
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The Spires College

Good1109 pupils0.5 km
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Homelands Primary School

Good232 pupils0.6 km
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St Margaret's Academy

Good401 pupils0.8 km
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Priory Roman Catholic Primary School, Torquay

Good71 pupils0.8 km
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All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School

Good193 pupils0.9 km
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St Cuthbert Mayne School

Good955 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

47 nearby
  • Xtreme Vapour0.8 km
  • 139 Catering1.0 km
  • Cafe Babbs0.9 km
  • D&H Fishmongers Ltd0.9 km
  • LG Palk0.4 km
  • + 42 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

17 nearby
  • Ashurst Lodge Guest House0.9 km
  • Lorrens Health Hydro0.7 km
  • Morningside Hotel1.0 km
  • Trecarn Hotel0.8 km
  • Ashley Court Hotel0.9 km
  • + 12 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Fox And Firkin0.8 km
  • Boots and Laces0.3 km
  • Dolphin Inn0.9 km
  • Central Bistro0.8 km
  • Old Skools Cafe and Bar0.9 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

46 nearby
  • Central Caffe0.9 km
  • Fredericks0.8 km
  • Platters0.8 km
  • Bay Tree Cafe0.9 km
  • Cliff Railway Cafe1.0 km
  • + 41 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

26 nearby
  • Sino Wok0.8 km
  • Torquay Fryer0.9 km
  • Bay Spice Tandoori0.4 km
  • Christies0.6 km
  • I Am Thai Takeaway1.0 km
  • + 21 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Best One Babbacombe1.0 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
  • Lidl0.2 km
  • Tesco0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Torre1.3 km
  • Torquay1.9 km
  • Paignton5.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Cuss's Corner0.2 km
  • Lynway Court0.2 km
  • Cuss's Corner0.2 km
  • Studley Road0.2 km
  • Bronshill Road0.2 km