Hunsdon Road is in Torquay and in Torbay district. TQ1 1QB is located in the Wellswood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hunsdon Road, Torquay, TQ1 1QB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ1 1HE, TQ1 1HF, TQ1 1QA, TQ1 1QN, TQ1 1TR, TQ1 1HD, TQ1 1PY, TQ1 1QD, TQ1 1DW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TQ1 1QB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54% | 49.6% | -4.4% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 46% | 50.4% | 4.4% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.7% | 27.9% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.3% | 41.9% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -2.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 3.2% | 2.7% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 15.3% | 3.8% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 10.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 33.3% | 34% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 27.8% | 34.9% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 28.8% | 23.4% | -5.4% | 12.7% | 10.7% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 4.7% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.7% | 26.2% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 10.9% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 10.9% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 8.6% | 6.0% | 5.3% | 3.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 13.6% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 27.6% | -2.1% | 33.8% | -6.2% |
| Other | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 98.7% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.5% | 90.6% | -4.9% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.7% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 91.8% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 8.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.8% | 37.2% | -10.4% |
| Christian | 60% | 46.2% | 13.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 12.8% | 6.0% | 6.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hunsdon Road was 73.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.2% lower than the Ellacombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hunsdon Road has the 41st lowest crime rate of 98 local areas in Ellacombe and the 202nd highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -32.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat A3 Hunsdon Court Hunsdon Road, Torquay, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-06-05 | £174,896 |
| Flat A9 Hunsdon Court Hunsdon Road, Torquay, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2025-03-28 | £172,653 |
| The Laurels Hunsdon Road, Torquay, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £1,215,000 | 2023-03-15 | £1,171,563 |
| Flat 2 Hunsdon Lodge Hunsdon Road, Torquay, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2022-11-23 | £188,415 |
| Riviera Court Hunsdon Road, Torquay, Torbay Other, an established residential building | £480,000 | 2022-11-21 | £420,648 |
TQ1 1QB area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 25% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
TQ1 1QB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in TQ1 1QB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 117 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Full-Time Employee | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warberry CofE Academy Cedars Road , TQ1 1SB | 3out of 4 | 488 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellacombe Church of England Academy Ellacombe Church Road , TQ1 1TG | 3out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilsham Church of England Academy Ilsham Road , TQ1 2JQ | 3out of 4 | 1,136 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School Quinta Road , TQ1 3RN | 3out of 4 | 1,187 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton St James CofE Primary School St James Road , Upton TQ1 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,555 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Spires College Westlands Lane , TQ1 3PE | 3out of 4 | 1,319 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Academy Cricketfield Road , TQ2 7NU | 3out of 4 | 2,473 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School Trumlands Road , TQ1 4RN | 3out of 4 | 2,515 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | 4out of 4 | 2,932 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 3,121 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eat That Frog C.I.C 91 Union Street , TQ1 3DG | - not rated | 832 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| EF Academy Torbay EF House, Castle Road , TQ1 3BG | - not rated | 837 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey School Hampton Court , Fore Street TQ1 4PR | - not rated | 2,107 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Burton Academy South Parks Road , TQ2 8JE | - not rated | 3,448 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe Pafford School Steps Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NL | 3out of 4 | 3,643 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torquay Museum | 529 Babbacombe Road | 204 yd | |
| Zutto Sushi & Sashimi | Tusker Lodge Hotel, 533 Babbacombe Road | 258 yd | |
| Smokey Joe's | 64 Torwood Street | 312 yd | |
| Mahabharat Balti House | 52 Torwood Street | 319 yd | |
| China Tang | 50 Torwood Street | 319 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Juniper | 81 The Terrace | 380 yd | |
| Park Lane | 1 Torwood Street | 435 yd | |
| The Foundry | 13 Torwood Street | 448 yd | |
| Yates Torquay | 15-16 The Strand | 483 yd | |
| JDs Bar | 1 Fleet Street | 488 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Kebab & Pizza | 11 Torwood Street | 435 yd | |
| Food | 3 Torwood Street | 435 yd | |
| Chickenland | 5 Torwood Street | 435 yd | |
| Licence 2 Fill | 5b Fleet Street | 489 yd | |
| Berlin German Doner | 1 The Strand | 491 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op Torquay | Unit 3, 4-24 Torwood Street | 438 yd | |
| Tesco | 26 Fleet Walk, Fleet Street | 549 yd | |
| Iceland | 5-6 Union Square Shopping Centre, Union Street | 836 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Bishop Court Resort And Spa (Closed) Lower Warberry Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 452 yd |
| Warberry C Of E Academy CEDARS ROAD | grass pitches | 509 yd |
| The Club And Spa At The Imperial Hotel Torquay PARK HILL ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 864 yd |
| Hesketh Health Club HESKETH CRESCENT | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,066 yd |
| Heritage Hotel Health Club SHEDDEN HILL | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,090 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 82.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 77.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 77.4% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 110.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.