Manor Gardens is in Torquay and in Torbay district. TQ1 2EZ 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 Manor Gardens, Torquay, TQ1 2EZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ1 2AE, TQ1 2SB, TQ1 2HP, TQ1 2AF, TQ1 2EY, TQ1 2HS, TQ1 2AW, TQ1 2NA, TQ1 2LZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ1 2EZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 52.9% | -0.1% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 47% | 47.1% | 0.1% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TQ1 2EZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.4% | 20.1% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -17.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.8% | 52.5% | -4.3% | 44.2% | 8.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 11.2% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 14.1% | 11.7% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.9% | 39.4% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 37.8% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 4.2% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 16% | 1.7% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 5.3% | -2.1% | 4.0% | 1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 13.5% | 12.4% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -5.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.9% | 9% | -0.9% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 15.2% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.1% | 15.2% | 0.1% | 16.9% | -1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.5% | 39.3% | 1.8% | 33.8% | 5.5% |
| Other | 5.2% | 5.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% |
| White | 98.6% | 92.1% | -6.5% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 89.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.5% | 89.9% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 6.7% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 90.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.8% | 7.5% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0.5% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.4% | 13.5% | -7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 64.2% | 46.2% | 18.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Manor Gardens was 9.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.3% lower than the Ellacombe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Manor Gardens has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 98 local areas in Ellacombe and the 22nd lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fircroft Manor Gardens, Torquay, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £515,000 | 2018-03-23 | £646,385 |
| Pinebanks Cottage Manor Gardens, Torquay, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2017-07-21 | £456,994 |
| Manor Garden Cottage Manor Gardens, Torquay, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2005-12-22 | £484,211 |
| Fircroft Manor Gardens, Torquay, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £207,500 | 1997-11-28 | £922,222 |
The percentage of retired residents living in TQ1 2EZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 50% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilsham Church of England Academy Ilsham Road , TQ1 2JQ | 3out of 4 | 675 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warberry CofE Academy Cedars Road , TQ1 1SB | 3out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School Quinta Road , TQ1 3RN | 3out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellacombe Church of England Academy Ellacombe Church Road , TQ1 1TG | 3out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton St James CofE Primary School St James Road , Upton TQ1 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,490 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 | 2,025 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School Trumlands Road , TQ1 4RN | 3out of 4 | 3,268 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Academy Cricketfield Road , TQ2 7NU | 3out of 4 | 3,401 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | 4out of 4 | 3,925 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 4,120 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 | 1,833 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| EF Academy Torbay EF House, Castle Road , TQ1 3BG | - not rated | 1,836 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey School Hampton Court , Fore Street TQ1 4PR | - not rated | 2,678 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe Pafford School Steps Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NL | 3out of 4 | 4,225 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Burton Academy South Parks Road , TQ2 8JE | - not rated | 4,294 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meadfoot Beach Cafe | Meadfoot Beach Cafe, Meadfoot Sea Road | 517 yd | |
| Old Vienna Restaurant | 7 Lisburne Square | 550 yd | |
| Daisy's | 480 Babbacombe Road | 585 yd | |
| Yum Sing Cantonese Restaurant | Old Torwood Road | 684 yd | |
| The Village Cafe and Bar/Wellswood Kitchen | 15a Ilsham Road | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kent's | 1 Ilsham Road | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jia Wang | 5 Lisburne Square | 550 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 5-7 Ilsham Road | 696 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hesketh Health Club HESKETH CRESCENT | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 390 yd |
| Ilsham Valley Playing Fields (Closed) Ilsham Road | grass pitches | 778 yd |
| The Bishop Court Resort And Spa (Closed) Lower Warberry Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 867 yd |
| Stoodley Knowle Playing Fields (Closed) Ilsham Close | grass pitches | 1,069 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.