Lyme View Road is in Torquay and in Torbay district. TQ1 3TR is located in the St Marychurch electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lyme View Road, Torquay, TQ1 3TR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ1 3UJ, TQ1 3RT, TQ1 3UL, TQ1 3NZ, TQ1 3NY, TQ1 3RR, TQ1 3NX, TQ1 3RU, TQ1 3NU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ1 3TR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% 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 | 54.8% | 54.3% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 45.2% | 45.7% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 | 25% | 23.4% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.6% | 49.6% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 14.7% | 3.0% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 8.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 40.5% | 43.4% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 38% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 13.2% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.1% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 25.8% | 20.1% | -5.7% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.3% | 13.4% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 13.4% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 5.5% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 17.3% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 28.3% | 9.8% | 33.8% | -5.5% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 98.3% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.5% | 97.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 98% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 9.8% | -8.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 9.9% | 13.5% | -3.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.3% | 37.2% | -11.9% |
| Christian | 65.5% | 46.2% | 19.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lyme View Road was 66.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.2% lower than the St Marychurch average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lyme View Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in St Marychurch and the 219th highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 176.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2021-08-20 | £348,021 |
| 26 Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2021-03-10 | £338,812 |
| 38 Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2021-03-05 | £376,358 |
| 34 Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £247,000 | 2020-12-21 | £298,169 |
| 50 Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2019-10-25 | £364,553 |
TQ1 3TR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 3TR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 389 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Homelands Primary School Westhill Road , TQ1 4NT | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellacombe Church of England Academy Ellacombe Church Road , TQ1 1TG | 3out of 4 | 991 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Academy Barewell Road , TQ1 4PA | 3out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Roman Catholic Primary School, Torquay St Catherine's Road , St Marychurch TQ1 4NZ | 2out of 4 | 1,021 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 | 537 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School Trumlands Road , TQ1 4RN | 3out of 4 | 1,454 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Academy Cricketfield Road , TQ2 7NU | 3out of 4 | 1,987 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | 4out of 4 | 2,826 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 3,101 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 | 736 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| EF Academy Torbay EF House, Castle Road , TQ1 3BG | - not rated | 1,508 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eat That Frog C.I.C 91 Union Street , TQ1 3DG | - not rated | 1,552 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe Pafford School Steps Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NL | 3out of 4 | 2,270 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Moor Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NH | 3out of 4 | 2,446 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labrows Bistro and Bar | 131 Reddenhill Road | 175 yd | |
| Coffee Bean | 81 Babbacombe Road | 218 yd | |
| The Chopping Board | 135 Babbacombe Road | 218 yd | |
| Himalaya Restaurant | 133 Reddenhill Road | 218 yd | |
| Daisy's Cafe | 114 Reddenhill Road | 218 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog & Duck | 70 Babbacombe Road | 252 yd | |
| The George Inn | 48 Babbacombe Road | 274 yd | |
| The Divers Arms | 86 Babbacombe Downs Road | 293 yd | |
| Babbacombe Inn | 59 Babbacombe Downs Road | 347 yd | |
| Masons Arms | 110-112 Babbacombe Road | 352 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| I Am Thai Takeaway | 141 Reddenhill Road | 218 yd | |
| Yummies Pizza Kebab House | 137 Babbacombe Road | 222 yd | |
| Ben Mei Cantonese Takeaway | 68 Babbacombe Road | 258 yd | |
| Drakes Fish and Chips | 64 Babbacombe Road | 263 yd | |
| NB Catering @ Torquay United FC | Torquay United Fc, Marnham Road | 707 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best One Babbacombe | 120-122 Reddenhill Road | 218 yd | |
| Tesco | 55-57 Babbacombe Road | 350 yd | |
| Lidl | St Marychurch Road | 950 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cary Park CARY AVENUE | tennis courts | 274 yd |
| Babbacombe C Of E Primary School QUINTA ROAD | grass pitches | 305 yd |
| The Spires College (Quinta Field) Quinta Road | grass pitches | 425 yd |
| One Vision One Fitness Foxlands Foxlands York Road | health and fitness suite | 425 yd |
| Lorrens Ladies Health Hydro LORRENS HOTEL LORRENS HOTEL GUESTLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 580 yd |
| The Spires College Westlands Lane | health and fitness suite | 609 yd |
| Babbacombe Cricket Club WALLS HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 639 yd |
| Plainmoor PLAINMOOR GROUND PLAINMOOR GROUND WARBRO ROAD | grass pitches | 675 yd |
| Plainmoor Community Pool PLAINMOOR SWIMMING POOL PLAINMOOR SWIMMING POOL | swimming pool | 685 yd |
| Torquay United Indoor Bowls Club MARNHAM ROAD | indoor bowls | 694 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 | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| 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 | 135.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.