Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

WALKHAM RISE, TQ2 7RN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALKHAM RISE, TQ2 7RN.

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

283

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 45,300 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TQ2 7RN 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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8/10
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5/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

TQ2 7RN is an established family neighbourhood — 63% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

home £199,950 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TQ2 7RN is a safe, established residential area on Walkham Rise, 0.3km from Edginswell in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Shiphay ward and the Torbay constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £199k.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ2 7RN are sourced from Output Area E00077069 (shared with 9 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 7RN. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.6%
Asian / British Asian3.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 199,950

1 sales · Mean £ 199,950

Semi-Detached

£ 186,000

2 sales · Mean £ 186,000

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

TQ2 7RN has low crime rates — 26 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 offences38
Other theft9
Criminal damage and arson5
Anti-social behaviour4
Other crime3

school Local Schools

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Shiphay Learning Academy

Requires Improvement469 pupils0.5 km
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Sherwell Valley Primary School

Good704 pupils1.1 km
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Torquay Boys' Grammar School

Good1087 pupils1.2 km
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Torquay Girls Grammar School

Outstanding990 pupils1.3 km
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Our Lady of the Angels Catholic Primary School

Good144 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Costcutter1.0 km
  • Londis0.7 km
  • Your Local - Shiphay0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Devon Dumpling0.7 km
  • The Wighton0.4 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Teaspoons Cafe0.5 km
  • Abbey Refreshments0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Hings0.5 km
  • The Shippy Chippy0.6 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Lidl0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Torre1.9 km
  • Torquay3.0 km
  • Paignton5.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Huntacott Way0.1 km
  • Fowey Avenue 500.1 km
  • Fowey Aveunue opp 300.2 km
  • Fowey Avenue 260.2 km
  • Falmouth Close0.3 km