Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

BARNFIELD ROAD, TQ2 6TA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARNFIELD ROAD, TQ2 6TA.

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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 6TA 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 6TA's low deprivation rank, 84% ownership, and £550k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.

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

TQ2 6TA is a sought-after residential area on Barnfield Road, 0.4km 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 6TA 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 21 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £550k. 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 6TA 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 6TA. 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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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

Detached

£ 550,000

1 sales · Mean £ 550,000

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

TQ2 6TA has low crime rates — 21 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.

Violence and sexual offences18
Other theft7
Anti-social behaviour5
Criminal damage and arson5
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Preston Primary School

Good325 pupils0.3 km
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Cockington Primary School

Inadequate1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

8 nearby
  • Capri Guest House0.5 km
  • Charterhouse0.5 km
  • Chelston Manor0.9 km
  • Livermead Cliff Hotel0.5 km
  • Grand Hotel0.9 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Kings Bowling Club0.8 km
  • The Drum Inn1.0 km
  • Torquay Cricket Club1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • John Shambrook Butchers0.9 km
  • Spar0.9 km
  • Shell Riviera Garage0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • Corbyn Head Beach Cafe0.5 km
  • The Blue Walnut Cafe0.9 km
  • Rose Cottage Tea Garden1.0 km
  • The Coffee Lounge Paignton1.0 km
  • Rowcroft House Foundation Ltd0.9 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • The Co-Operative Foodstore0.2 km
  • The Co-Operative Foodstore0.9 km
  • Londis0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Dragon King0.9 km
  • Licensed To Eat0.9 km
  • Wok's Kitchen0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Torquay0.9 km
  • Torre1.9 km
  • Paignton2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Barnfield Road0.1 km
  • Barnfield Road0.1 km
  • Broadpark Road0.2 km
  • Manscombe Road0.2 km
  • Old Paignton Road0.3 km