Lyme View Road is in Torquay and in Torbay district. TQ1 3TS 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 3TS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ1 3TU, TQ1 3PA, TQ1 3UH, TQ1 3UF, TQ1 3TT, TQ1 3UA, TQ1 3SU, TQ1 3NZ, TQ1 3UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ1 3TS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.2% | 51.6% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 50.8% | 48.4% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 21.5% | 29.6% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.5% | 47.2% | -0.3% | 44.2% | 3.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 16.9% | 13.6% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 8.5% | -1.1% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
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 (66.8%) 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 | 30.5% | 28.6% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -19.8% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 38.2% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 4.6% |
| Fair health | 22.8% | 22.7% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 10.0% |
| Bad health | 9.6% | 7.7% | -1.9% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.5% | 21.8% | -12.7% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 16.8% | 5.5% | 9.6% | 7.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 16.8% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 5% | -1.8% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 15.3% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 20.3% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 4% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| White | 99.5% | 99.1% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 94.4% | 96.8% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 0.5% | -3.1% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 96.8% | 2.4% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 19.2% | 13.5% | 5.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41% | 37.2% | 3.8% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lyme View Road was 34.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 58.8% lower than the St Marychurch average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Lyme View Road has the 6th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in St Marychurch and the 126th lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64C Knighton Court Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £232,500 | 2023-11-29 | £215,376 |
| 58A Knighton Court Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2021-12-21 | £183,795 |
| 58C Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2020-02-18 | £222,111 |
| 60C Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2020-02-18 | £216,416 |
| 66C Lyme View Road, Torquay, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2019-09-04 | £219,780 |
The percentage of retired residents living in TQ1 3TS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 289 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warberry CofE Academy Cedars Road , TQ1 1SB | 3out of 4 | 1,014 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ellacombe Church of England Academy Ellacombe Church Road , TQ1 1TG | 3out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Homelands Primary School Westhill Road , TQ1 4NT | 3out of 4 | 1,157 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Academy Barewell Road , TQ1 4PA | 3out of 4 | 1,209 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 | 700 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School Trumlands Road , TQ1 4RN | 3out of 4 | 1,657 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Academy Cricketfield Road , TQ2 7NU | 3out of 4 | 2,187 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | 4out of 4 | 3,015 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 3,287 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 | 916 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| EF Academy Torbay EF House, Castle Road , TQ1 3BG | - not rated | 1,586 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eat That Frog C.I.C 91 Union Street , TQ1 3DG | - not rated | 1,627 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe Pafford School Steps Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NL | 3out of 4 | 2,421 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Moor Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NH | 3out of 4 | 2,586 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 Chopping Board | 135 Babbacombe Road | 304 yd | |
| Coffee Bean | 81 Babbacombe Road | 304 yd | |
| Labrows Bistro and Bar | 131 Reddenhill Road | 314 yd | |
| The Waddling Duck Bistro | 63 Babbacombe Downs Road | 348 yd | |
| Angels | 49 Babbacombe Downs Road | 348 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms | 110-112 Babbacombe Road | 213 yd | |
| The Divers Arms | 86 Babbacombe Downs Road | 248 yd | |
| Dog & Duck | 70 Babbacombe Road | 305 yd | |
| Babbacombe Inn | 59 Babbacombe Downs Road | 348 yd | |
| The George Inn | 48 Babbacombe Road | 370 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yummies Pizza Kebab House | 137 Babbacombe Road | 259 yd | |
| Ben Mei Cantonese Takeaway | 68 Babbacombe Road | 312 yd | |
| Drakes Fish and Chips | 64 Babbacombe Road | 316 yd | |
| I Am Thai Takeaway | 141 Reddenhill Road | 361 yd | |
| NB Catering @ Torquay United FC | Torquay United Fc, Marnham Road | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best One Babbacombe | 120-122 Reddenhill Road | 361 yd | |
| Tesco | 55-57 Babbacombe Road | 481 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Babbacombe C Of E Primary School QUINTA ROAD | grass pitches | 268 yd |
| The Spires College (Quinta Field) Quinta Road | grass pitches | 316 yd |
| Cary Park CARY AVENUE | tennis courts | 480 yd |
| Babbacombe Cricket Club WALLS HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| One Vision One Fitness Foxlands Foxlands York Road | health and fitness suite | 589 yd |
| Palace Hotel (Closed) Babbacombe Road | golf, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 714 yd |
| Lorrens Ladies Health Hydro LORRENS HOTEL LORRENS HOTEL GUESTLAND ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 784 yd |
| The Spires College Westlands Lane | health and fitness suite | 786 yd |
| Plainmoor PLAINMOOR GROUND PLAINMOOR GROUND WARBRO ROAD | grass pitches | 860 yd |
| Plainmoor Community Pool PLAINMOOR SWIMMING POOL PLAINMOOR SWIMMING POOL | swimming pool | 865 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 83.3% |
| 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 | 16.7% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 120.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.