TQ3 1AU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Green Park Walk, 0.8km from Shorton in Paignton. Administratively it sits within Preston ward and the Torbay constituency.
For families considering a move, TQ3 1AU represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for TQ3 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00076938 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
GREEN PARK WALK, TQ3 1AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREEN PARK WALK, TQ3 1AU.
299
50
£ 42,700 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. TQ3 1AU spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TQ3 1AU. The average age is 50.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 300,000
2 sales · Mean £ 300,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
TQ3 1AU has low crime rates — 12 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.
school Local Schools
Kings Ash Academy
Marldon Church of England Primary School
Oldway Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Ye Olde Smokey House0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Occombe Cafe0.7 km
- The Bakehouse Cafe0.7 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Marldon Service Station0.7 km
- Occombe Farm Deli0.7 km
- Top Shop0.6 km
- Marldon Hill Post Office0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Ka-Ming0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Paignton2.3 km
- Torquay3.1 km
- Torre3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Longmead Road0.0 km
- Longmead Walk0.1 km
- Longmead Walk0.2 km
- Forest Ridge Road0.2 km
- Dolphin Court Rd0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: TQ31AU · Data under Open Government Licence