Den Brook Close is in Torquay and in Torbay district. TQ1 3TP 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 Den Brook Close, Torquay, TQ1 3TP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ1 3TQ, TQ1 3TN, TQ1 1SN, TQ1 3TW, TQ1 1SF, TQ1 1SD, TQ1 1SW, TQ1 2QJ, TQ1 1SQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ1 3TP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 50.3% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 46.8% | 49.7% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 3TP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.7% 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 | 25.9% | 21.8% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -16.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.3% | 52.7% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 8.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 10.7% | 2.2% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 9.9% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 3.8% |
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 | 42.4% | 42.3% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 40.2% | 37.4% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 15% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 19.3% | 17.2% | -2.1% | 18.2% | -1.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 7.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 13% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 6.1% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.1% | 14.1% | 6.0% | 16.9% | -2.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.4% | 38.2% | 0.8% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 6.3% | 4.2% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.8% | 94.7% | -2.1% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 92% 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 | 94.9% | 92% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.8% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 91.3% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6.9% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.8% | 37.2% | 0.6% |
| Christian | 51.4% | 46.2% | 5.2% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Den Brook Close was 39.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.9% lower than the Ellacombe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Den Brook Close has the 22nd lowest crime rate of 98 local areas in Ellacombe and the 147th lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Den Brook Close, Torquay, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £655,000 | 2024-10-18 | £644,492 |
| 1 Den Brook Close, Torquay, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2023-02-23 | £538,990 |
| 1 Den Brook Close, Torquay, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2022-02-23 | £582,533 |
| 4 Den Brook Close, Torquay, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £751,000 | 2021-12-02 | £766,837 |
| 11 Den Brook Close, Torquay, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-01-20 | £585,987 |
TQ1 3TP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 3TP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 121 |
| Full-Time Employee | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Babbacombe CofE Primary School Quinta Road , TQ1 3RN | 3out of 4 | 441 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warberry CofE Academy Cedars Road , TQ1 1SB | 3out of 4 | 594 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilsham Church of England Academy Ilsham Road , TQ1 2JQ | 3out of 4 | 634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellacombe Church of England Academy Ellacombe Church Road , TQ1 1TG | 3out of 4 | 1,214 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Homelands Primary School Westhill Road , TQ1 4NT | 3out of 4 | 1,683 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 | 1,064 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School Trumlands Road , TQ1 4RN | 3out of 4 | 2,229 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Academy Cricketfield Road , TQ2 7NU | 3out of 4 | 2,600 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | 4out of 4 | 3,325 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 3,574 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EF Academy Torbay EF House, Castle Road , TQ1 3BG | - not rated | 1,522 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey School Hampton Court , Fore Street TQ1 4PR | - not rated | 1,544 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eat That Frog C.I.C 91 Union Street , TQ1 3DG | - not rated | 1,550 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe Pafford School Steps Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NL | 3out of 4 | 3,065 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Moor Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NH | 3out of 4 | 3,230 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Cafe and Bar/Wellswood Kitchen | 15a Ilsham Road | 562 yd | |
| The Range Coffee Shop | 250 Babbacombe Road | 566 yd | |
| Portofino | 21 Ilsham Road | 575 yd | |
| Me & Mrs Jones | 11 Ilsham Road | 575 yd | |
| Kents Cavern | Ilsham Road | 600 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kent's | 1 Ilsham Road | 559 yd | |
| Masons Arms | 110-112 Babbacombe Road | 743 yd | |
| The Divers Arms | 86 Babbacombe Downs Road | 857 yd | |
| Cary Arms | Beach Road | 925 yd | |
| Dog & Duck | 70 Babbacombe Road | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jia Wang | 5 Lisburne Square | 857 yd | |
| Yummies Pizza Kebab House | 137 Babbacombe Road | 899 yd | |
| Ben Mei Cantonese Takeaway | 68 Babbacombe Road | 952 yd | |
| Drakes Fish and Chips | 64 Babbacombe Road | 956 yd | |
| I Am Thai Takeaway | 141 Reddenhill Road | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 5-7 Ilsham Road | 584 yd | |
| Best One Babbacombe | 120-122 Reddenhill Road | 1,002 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Palace Hotel (Closed) Babbacombe Road | golf, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 394 yd |
| The Spires College (Quinta Field) Quinta Road | grass pitches | 403 yd |
| Babbacombe C Of E Primary School QUINTA ROAD | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Warberry C Of E Academy CEDARS ROAD | grass pitches | 624 yd |
| The Bishop Court Resort And Spa (Closed) Lower Warberry Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 634 yd |
| Stoodley Knowle Playing Fields (Closed) Ilsham Close | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| Babbacombe Cricket Club WALLS HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 823 yd |
| Stoodley Knowle School (Closed) Ansteys Cove Road | swimming pool | 868 yd |
| Cary Park CARY AVENUE | tennis courts | 1,061 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% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 187.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.