Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

COCKINGTON LANE, TQ2 6QT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COCKINGTON LANE, TQ2 6QT.

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Population

333

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Avg Age

58

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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5/10
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7/10
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8/10
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9/10
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1/10
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Area Character

TQ2 6QT is a settled retirement community — average age 58, 82% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood. Property prices are trending down 7.6% year-on-year.

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

TQ2 6QT is a sought-after residential area on Cockington Lane, 0.3km from Livermead in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Cockington with Chelston ward and the Torbay constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in TQ2, TQ2 6QT offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. An established, mature community with an average age of 58 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 82% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £212k, down 7.6% 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 TQ2 6QT are sourced from Output Area E00076856 (shared with 16 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 TQ2 6QT. The average age is 57.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.0%
Asian / British Asian4.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed3.3%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 20%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 217,500

8 sales · Mean £ 216,125

Detached

£ 575,000

1 sales · Mean £ 575,000

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

TQ2 6QT has low crime rates — 33 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.

Violence and sexual offences24
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Preston Primary School

Good325 pupils0.8 km
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Cockington Primary School

Inadequate1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Foodstore0.7 km
  • The Co-Operative Foodstore0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Dragon King0.7 km
  • Licensed To Eat0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • John Shambrook Butchers0.7 km
  • Torre Abbey Cafe0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

10 nearby
  • Chelston Manor0.7 km
  • Gainsboro0.7 km
  • Livermead Cliff Hotel0.3 km
  • Parks Hotel0.9 km
  • Elmington Hotel0.5 km
  • + 5 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Cantina0.9 km
  • Corbyn Head Beach Cafe0.2 km
  • Mr. Cook's Steak and Grill House0.9 km
  • The Blue Walnut Cafe0.7 km
  • Rowcroft House Foundation Ltd0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Kings Bowling Club0.3 km
  • Torquay Cricket Club0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Torquay0.5 km
  • Torre1.8 km
  • Paignton2.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Underhill0.0 km
  • Underhill Road0.0 km
  • Railway Bridge0.1 km
  • Livermead House Hotel0.1 km
  • Livermead Cliff0.2 km