Ansteys Cove Road is in Torquay and in Torbay district. TQ1 2JB 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 Ansteys Cove Road, Torquay, TQ1 2JB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ1 2JE, TQ1 2JA, TQ1 2JD, TQ1 2QT, TQ1 2HZ, TQ1 2NT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ1 2JB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 51.2% | 53% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 47% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 19.3% | 23.5% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 51% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.5% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 14.5% | 13.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 7.0% |
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 | 42.8% | 44.6% | 1.8% | 48.4% | -3.8% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 32.3% | -3.1% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 13.2% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 6.3% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 5.1% |
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 | 16% | 17% | 1.0% | 18.2% | -1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 7.8% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 6.2% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 14.4% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.8% | 33.7% | -6.1% | 33.8% | -0.1% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.9% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 99.3% | 94.6% | -4.7% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 95.6% | 94% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 94% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.1% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -4.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.3% | -4.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.7% | 76.7% | 10.0% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.2% | 37.2% | -8.0% |
| Christian | 63.3% | 46.2% | 17.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ansteys Cove Road was 93.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 7.7% lower than the Ellacombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ansteys Cove Road has the 47th lowest crime rate of 98 local areas in Ellacombe and the 161st highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -13.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoodley Knowle Ansteys Cove Road, Torquay, Torbay Other, an established residential building | £3,000,000 | 2018-09-10 | £3,421,456 |
TQ1 2JB area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% 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 2JB 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 2JB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 129 |
| Self-Employed | 53 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warberry CofE Academy Cedars Road , TQ1 1SB | 3out of 4 | 1,292 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School Quinta Road , TQ1 3RN | 3out of 4 | 1,296 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellacombe Church of England Academy Ellacombe Church Road , TQ1 1TG | 3out of 4 | 2,087 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Homelands Primary School Westhill Road , TQ1 4NT | 3out of 4 | 2,532 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,945 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School Trumlands Road , TQ1 4RN | 3out of 4 | 3,051 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Academy Cricketfield Road , TQ2 7NU | 3out of 4 | 3,486 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | 4out of 4 | 4,210 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 4,454 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey School Hampton Court , Fore Street TQ1 4PR | - not rated | 2,300 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| EF Academy Torbay EF House, Castle Road , TQ1 3BG | - not rated | 2,314 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eat That Frog C.I.C 91 Union Street , TQ1 3DG | - not rated | 2,333 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe Pafford School Steps Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NL | 3out of 4 | 3,716 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Moor Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NH | 3out of 4 | 3,844 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ansteys Cove Cafe | Ansteys Cove Road | 145 yd | |
| Stoodley Meadow Community Cafe | 34c Ilsham Road | 175 yd | |
| Kents Cavern | Ilsham Road | 367 yd | |
| Portofino | 21 Ilsham Road | 558 yd | |
| Me & Mrs Jones | 11 Ilsham Road | 558 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kent's | 1 Ilsham Road | 640 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 5-7 Ilsham Road | 548 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stoodley Knowle School (Closed) Ansteys Cove Road | swimming pool | 47 yd |
| Stoodley Knowle Playing Fields (Closed) Ilsham Close | grass pitches | 170 yd |
| Ilsham Valley Playing Fields (Closed) Ilsham Road | grass pitches | 514 yd |
| Palace Hotel (Closed) Babbacombe Road | golf, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 686 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.