torquay TQ8 Postcodes
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Torquay (TQ8)
The TQ8 postcode area is located in the Torquay postcode town region, within the county of Devon, and contains a total of 211 individual postcodes.
There are 3 electoral wards in the TQ8 postcode area, including Brixham, Buckfastleigh, Dartmouth, Kingsbridge, Newton Abbot, Paignton, Salcombe, South Brent, Teignmouth, Torquay, Totnes which come under the local authority of the South Hams Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 23% of people in TQ8 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 TQ8 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The TQ8 postcode is a district postcode in Torquay, a seaside town located on the south coast of England. With Torbay to its east and Dartmoor to its west, Torquay is known to be the gateway to the English Riviera and is a popular tourist destination.
The TQ8 district is located in Torbay and lies between the town of Beverley and the small village of Maidencombe, which sits just north of Torbay's main town centre. It is a residential area comprising predominantly detached and semi-detached homes with some apartment buildings. There are also a number of small businesses in the area, such as convenience stores, small cafés, and pubs.
The TQ8 area enjoys access to a number of nearby beaches, including Meadfoot Beach, one of Torbay's most popular beaches. It is located just a short distance away from the popular Broadsands beach, and benefits from a range of activities such as sailing, kayaking and windsurfing. It is also possible to go horse riding and fishing as well as walking along Torquay's historic promenade.
The TQ8 district is well connected to the rest of Torquay by a network of roads and bus services. There is also ferry access to and from the nearby Exe Estuary, making it easy to access other areas of Devon and the South West of England.
The district has a range of local amenities, from small convenience stores to larger supermarkets, such as Tesco. There are also a range of schools and leisure centres in the area, catering to the needs of local children.
TheTQ8 postcode is a residential area of Torquay with access to a range of leisure activities, amenities and transport links. With its proximity to the beach and the rest of Torquay, it is an ideal place to live, work or retire.
Demographics
Devon
TQ8 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.
| Outward Code | TQ8 |
| Postal Town | Torquay |
| MSOA Name | South Hams 012 |
| LSOA Name | South Hams 012B |
| County | Devon |
| Region | Devon |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | South Hams |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
TQ8 Electoral Wards
The postal region of TQ8, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 23% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.