Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

WHEATRIDGE LANE, TQ2 6QZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHEATRIDGE LANE, TQ2 6QZ.

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Population

306

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TQ2 6QZ represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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5/10
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3/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. TQ2 6QZ's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

TQ2 6QZ is a sought-after residential area on Wheatridge Lane, 0.2km 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 6QZ offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 84% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 6QZ are sourced from Output Area E00076859 (shared with 10 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 6QZ. The average age is 49.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.7%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

TQ2 6QZ has low crime rates — 27 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 offences22
Anti-social behaviour12
Criminal damage and arson4
Burglary4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Preston Primary School

Good325 pupils0.7 km
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Cockington Primary School

Inadequate1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Foodstore0.6 km
  • The Co-Operative Foodstore0.8 km
  • Londis1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Dragon King0.8 km
  • Licensed To Eat0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • John Shambrook Butchers0.7 km
  • Shell Riviera Garage1.0 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Chelston Manor0.8 km
  • Gainsboro0.8 km
  • Livermead Cliff Hotel0.2 km
  • Elmington Hotel0.6 km
  • Livermead House Hotel0.3 km
  • + 3 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Corbyn Head Beach Cafe0.1 km
  • The Blue Walnut Cafe0.7 km
  • Rowcroft House Foundation Ltd0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Kings Bowling Club0.4 km
  • Torquay Cricket Club0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Torquay0.6 km
  • Torre1.9 km
  • Paignton2.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Wheatridge Lane0.1 km
  • Wheatridge Lane0.1 km
  • Underhill0.1 km
  • Underhill Road0.1 km
  • Livermead Cliff0.2 km