19,058TOTAL POPULATION
8,785HOUSEHOLDS
4.1%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£31,200AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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TQ5 POSTCODE REGION

Torquay (TQ5)

The TQ5 postcode area is located in the Torquay postcode town region, within the county of Devon, and contains a total of 811 individual postcodes.

There are 6 electoral wards in the TQ5 postcode area, including Brixham, Buckfastleigh, Dartmouth, Kingsbridge, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Salcombe, South Brent, Teignmouth, Torquay, Totnes which come under the local authority of the Torbay Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 19% of people in TQ5 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of TQ5 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The TQ5 postcode district is an area situated in the far east of Devon in the UK. It covers about 12.90 square miles (23 sq km) and encompasses the towns of Brixham, Paignton, and Torquay, as well as a few villages. This district is in the South West England region of the UK and is in the historic county of Devon.

This area is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, including beaches along the Tor Bay and many green spaces, making it a popular tourist destination. The majority of the land in this region is classed as lowland, with a handful of hills dotting the landscape. Soils here are generally composed of clay, sand, and gravel, and there are many mineral deposits, such as tin, iron, and copper.

The TQ5 postcode district is also home to a number of attractions, including the Torbay Steam Railway, Paignton Zoo, Splashdown Water Park, and a number of other family-friendly activities.

This area is well-connected by public transport, with regular trains running from Paignton and Torquay to Exeter, Bristol, London, and other cities in the South West. There is also a number of bus routes that run through the area, providing access to key destinations.

The Torquay district is also home to a wide range of shops and services, from supermarkets and independent retailers to restaurants, bars, and leisure facilities. Education in the area is provided by a range of schools, both primary and secondary.

The TQ5 postcode district is considered to be a relatively affluent area, with higher than average incomes and house prices. The average house price in the area is £267,026, compared to the UK average of £229,959. The scenic coastline, numerous attractions, shops, schools, and other amenities make it an attractive place to live for those looking to relocate to the south of England.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 92%WORKING
  • 8%UNEMPLOYED

8% of people in TQ5 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 19%AB
  • 55%C2/C2
  • 25%DE

According to census records, 19% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 97%WHITE
  • 3%NON-WHITE

97% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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Devon

The county of Devon

TQ5 is located in the county of Devon, in England.

Devon has a total population of 1,177,900, making it the 11th largest county in the UK.

Devon has a total area of 2589 square miles, and a population density of 175 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Devon Postal Town Map
Outward CodeTQ5
Postal TownTorquay
MSOA NameTorbay 018
LSOA NameTorbay 018A
CountyDevon
RegionDevon
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityTorbay
Area ClassificationUrban with City and Town

TQ5 Electoral Wards

The postal region of TQ5, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Berry Head
Brixham
Broadsands
Churston Ferrers
Galmpton
Higher Brixham
Waddeton
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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