Postcode Analysis Torbay, South West

PETREL CLOSE, TQ2 7SP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PETREL CLOSE, TQ2 7SP.

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

264

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 45,300 /yr

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Employed

46%

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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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TQ2 7SP spans multiple life stages — average age 34, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

TQ2 7SP is a safe, established residential area on Petrel Close, 1.0km from Edginswell in Torquay. Administratively it sits within Barton with Watcombe ward and the Torbay constituency.

The people who live in TQ2 7SP are typical of a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 34 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ2 7SP are sourced from Output Area E00181124 (shared with 3 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 7SP. The average age is 34.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 25%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 140,000

1 sales · Mean £ 140,000

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

TQ2 7SP has low crime rates — 15 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 offences16
Anti-social behaviour8
Other theft2
Vehicle crime2
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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The Burton Academy

Requires Improvement37 pupils1.4 km
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Kingskerswell Church of England Primary School

Good344 pupils1.4 km
P

Shiphay Learning Academy

Requires Improvement469 pupils1.5 km
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Barton Hill Academy

Good664 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Home Bargains0.7 km
  • Torquay Holiday Village0.7 km
  • J&J Wilson Supermarket0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Wighton1.0 km
  • Willow Tree0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer0.6 km
  • Sainsbury's0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Barton Hall Activity Centre0.5 km
  • Costa Coffee0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Crusoes Fish Bar0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Torre2.5 km
  • Torquay3.8 km
  • Newton Abbot4.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Centenary Way0.2 km
  • Centenary Way0.2 km
  • Osprey Drive0.3 km
  • Condor Drive0.3 km
  • Condor Drive0.3 km