Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

BRIDGETOWN HILL, TQ9 5BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRIDGETOWN HILL, TQ9 5BN.

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Population

281

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Avg Age

53

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Avg Income

£ 41,000 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TQ9 5BN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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4/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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9/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. TQ9 5BN's low deprivation rank, 79% ownership, and £1.0M median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. 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

TQ9 5BN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bridgetown Hill, 0.3km from Higher Westonfields in Totnes. Administratively it sits within Totnes ward and the Totnes constituency.

For serious buyers, TQ9 5BN is a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 79% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.0M.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ9 5BN are sourced from Output Area E00102219 (shared with 8 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 TQ9 5BN. The average age is 53.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.0%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed4.7%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 27%
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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 620,000

5 sales · Mean £ 691,000

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

TQ9 5BN has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences14
Public order4
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Totnes St John's Church of England Primary School

Inadequate141 pupils0.5 km
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The Grove School

Outstanding322 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

16 nearby
  • Amelies Deli0.9 km
  • Annies Fruit Shop0.8 km
  • Cormacks Seafood0.8 km
  • Country Cheeses0.8 km
  • Fullers Bakery0.8 km
  • + 11 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • B & B1.0 km
  • Four Seasons Guest House0.5 km
  • Royal Seven Stars Hotel0.7 km
  • The Old Forge Hotel Ltd0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Albert Inn0.5 km
  • Dartmouth Inn0.9 km
  • King William IV Hotel0.9 km
  • Lord Nelson0.8 km
  • Steam Packet Inn0.9 km
  • + 2 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Anne of Cleves Restaurant1.0 km
  • Cafe Royale0.9 km
  • Corazon0.8 km
  • Eversfield Organic Ltd0.8 km
  • Food In Community1.0 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Totnes Post Office and Spar0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Food for Thought0.7 km
  • Phoenix0.5 km
  • Totnes Grill0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Totnes1.1 km
  • Paignton7.7 km
  • Torquay9.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Cross Park0.2 km
  • Stafford Court0.2 km
  • Stafford Court0.2 km
  • Cross Park0.2 km
  • Highlands0.2 km