Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

FROBISHER LANE, TQ8 8AQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FROBISHER LANE, TQ8 8AQ.

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Population

408

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 45,800 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TQ8 8AQ 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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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
workEmployment
4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, TQ8 8AQ combines high owner-occupation (64%), strong property values (£1.8M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. 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

TQ8 8AQ is a safe, established residential area on Frobisher Lane, 0.4km from Shadycombe in Salcombe. Administratively it sits within Salcombe & Thurlestone ward and the Totnes constituency.

For families considering a move, TQ8 8AQ represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a town fringe countryside character: mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.8M.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ8 8AQ are sourced from Output Area E00102168 (shared with 40 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 TQ8 8AQ. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed1.2%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 1,750,000

3 sales · Mean £ 1,633,333

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

TQ8 8AQ has low crime rates — 18 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences12
Vehicle crime6
Other theft3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1

school Local Schools

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Salcombe Church of England Primary School

Good99 pupils0.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

12 nearby
  • Bonningtons (Salcombe) Ltd0.6 km
  • Bowers Wines0.6 km
  • Harbour Confectionery0.6 km
  • P W & J Coleman0.6 km
  • Salcombe Delicatessen0.7 km
  • + 7 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Salcombe Harbour Hotel0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Ferry Inn0.7 km
  • Kings Arms0.6 km
  • Salcombe Rugby Football0.3 km
  • Victoria Inn0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Bibi Life0.7 km
  • Captain Morgans0.7 km
  • Dick & Wills0.7 km
  • Island Street Deli0.7 km
  • RVS Salcombe Luncheon Club0.2 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Salcombe Yawl0.6 km
  • The Salcombe Pasty Company0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ivybridge19.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Onslow Road0.1 km
  • Onslow Road0.2 km
  • Beadon Cross0.2 km
  • Beadon Cross0.2 km
  • P&R Car Park0.2 km