Postcode Analysis South Hams, South West

TQ9 5GL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TQ9 5GL.

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Population

427

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 41,000 /yr

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Employed

30%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: TQ9 5GL falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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2/10
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3/10
workEmployment
1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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8/10
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1/10
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9/10
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Area Character

TQ9 5GL has a significant social housing presence — 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

TQ9 5GL is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Westonfields in Totnes. Administratively it sits within Totnes ward and the Totnes constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, TQ9 5GL is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 64% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 16% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TQ9 5GL are sourced from Output Area E00181177 (shared with 12 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 5GL. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.5%
Asian / British Asian2.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.2%
Other / Mixed3.9%

Economic Activity

30%Active
FT: 16%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

TQ9 5GL has low crime rates — 23 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 offences52
Public order7
Criminal damage and arson7
Drugs4
Anti-social behaviour3

school Local Schools

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Totnes St John's Church of England Primary School

Inadequate141 pupils0.3 km
P

The Grove School

Outstanding322 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Marketplace Ministries Ltd1.0 km
  • Anne of Cleves Restaurant1.0 km
  • Cafe Royale1.0 km
  • Corazon0.8 km
  • Eversfield Organic Ltd0.7 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Amelies Deli0.9 km
  • Annies Fruit Shop0.7 km
  • Cormacks Seafood0.7 km
  • Country Cheeses0.7 km
  • Fullers Bakery0.8 km
  • + 9 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

4 nearby
  • B & B0.9 km
  • Four Seasons Guest House0.5 km
  • Royal Seven Stars Hotel0.7 km
  • The Old Forge Hotel Ltd0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Albert Inn0.5 km
  • Dartmouth Inn0.7 km
  • King William IV Hotel0.9 km
  • Lord Nelson0.8 km
  • Steam Packet Inn0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

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

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Food for Thought0.6 km
  • Phoenix0.0 km
  • Totnes Grill0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Totnes1.3 km
  • Paignton7.8 km
  • Torquay10.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Lansdowne Park0.1 km
  • Lansdowne Park0.1 km
  • Westonfields0.2 km
  • Westonfields0.2 km
  • Westonfields0.2 km