Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

QUANTOCKS ROAD, TQ2 6UH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for QUANTOCKS ROAD, TQ2 6UH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

238

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Avg Age

54

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Avg Income

£ 46,500 /yr

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Employed

37%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TQ2 6UH combines high owner-occupation (89%), strong property values (£415k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £415k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

TQ2 6UH is a sought-after residential area on Quantocks Road, 0.4km from Cookington in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Cockington with Chelston ward and the Torbay constituency.

For serious buyers, TQ2 6UH is a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 54, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 89% 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 20 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £415k. 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 6UH are sourced from Output Area E00076854 (shared with 13 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 6UH. The average age is 54.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.9%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed4.6%

Economic Activity

37%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 350,000

11 sales · Mean £ 372,722

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

TQ2 6UH has low crime rates — 20 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 offences14
Other theft5
Public order4
Vehicle crime4
Criminal damage and arson3

school Local Schools

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Preston Primary School

Good325 pupils0.2 km
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Cockington Primary School

Inadequate1.5 km
A

The Brunel Academy

Requires Improvement47 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Spar1.0 km
  • Lucky's Convenience Store0.7 km
  • Shell Riviera Garage0.9 km
  • Preston Down Post Office0.7 km
  • Surf n Turf Kitchen0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • Yew Tree House0.8 km
  • Capri Guest House0.9 km
  • Charterhouse0.9 km
  • Livermead Cliff Hotel1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • The Seven Dials Cafe0.9 km
  • Corbyn Head Beach Cafe0.9 km
  • Rose Cottage Tea Garden0.7 km
  • School House Tearoom0.9 km
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Supermarkets

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

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Happy Plaice0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Drum Inn0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Torquay1.2 km
  • Torre1.9 km
  • Paignton2.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Pentridge Avenue0.0 km
  • Broadley Drive0.2 km
  • Broadley Drive0.2 km
  • Purbeck Avenue0.2 km
  • Old Paignton Road0.2 km