Forde Park is in Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 1DE is located in the College electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Forde Park, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 1DR, TQ12 4AH, TQ12 1BZ, TQ12 1BU, TQ12 1DB, TQ12 1DT, TQ12 2JD, TQ12 1DA, TQ12 1DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ12 1DE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 59.6% | 51.5% | -8.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 40.4% | 48.5% | 8.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 29.1% | 35% | 5.9% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.4% | 41.6% | 7.2% | 44.2% | -2.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 11.4% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 2.3% |
| Widowed | 19.9% | 10.1% | -9.8% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 | 27.4% | 43.8% | 16.4% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 33.8% | -2.0% | 33.6% | 0.2% |
| Fair health | 24.7% | 16.9% | -7.8% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4.4% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 5.1% | 1.1% | -4.0% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 30.5% | 22.5% | -8.0% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 6% | -7.6% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14.9% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.6% | 12.7% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -4.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.2% | 32.3% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 4.3% | 4.7% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.5% | 93.6% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 12.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 96.4% | 91.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 3.9% | 3.6% | 5.6% | -1.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 91.4% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 3.9% | 1.2% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Central Asia | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 43.1% | 46.2% | -3.1% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 9.4% | 6.0% | 3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Forde Park was 259.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 639.9% higher than the Ambrook average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Forde Park has the 2nd highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Ambrook and the 14th highest crime rate of 431 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 Forde Villa, 4 Forde Park, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2026-03-09 | £153,000 |
| Flat 7 Forde Villa, 4 Forde Park, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £181,500 | 2025-11-28 | £175,994 |
| Elm House, 7F Forde Park, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2025-07-29 | £340,690 |
| Cedar House, 7B Forde Park, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2025-03-31 | £304,840 |
| Flat 9 Forde Villa, 4 Forde Park, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2025-03-17 | £181,577 |
TQ12 1DE 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 TQ12 1DE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decoy Primary School Deer Park Road , TQ12 1DH | 3out of 4 | 661 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Milber Community Junior School Queensway , TQ12 4BD | - not rated | 901 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haytor View Community Primary School Queensway , TQ12 4BD | 2out of 4 | 916 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haytor View Community Primary School Queensway , TQ12 4BD | - not rated | 916 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Marsh CofE Academy Osborne Street , TQ12 2DJ | - not rated | 946 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Devon UTC Kingsteignton Road , TQ12 2QA | 3out of 4 | 1,223 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Abbot College Old Exeter Road , TQ12 2NF | - not rated | 1,640 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Abbot College Old Exeter Road , TQ12 2NF | - not rated | 1,640 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead Academy Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | 3out of 4 | 2,035 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead College Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | - not rated | 2,035 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbotsbury School 90 Torquay Road , TQ12 2JD | - not rated | 297 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernard's School 9 Courtenay Road , TQ12 1HP | - not rated | 635 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glendinning Academy Sandringham Road , TQ12 4HD | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolborough Hill School South Road , TQ12 1HH | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Dunstan School 16-18 South Road , TQ12 1HH | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forde Park Community Project | Forde Park Pavilion Forde Park Newton Abbot Devon | 318 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurants Ltd | Penn Inn Newton Abbot Devon | 407 yd | |
| Apps Ice Creams Decoy Park Refreshment Kiosk | Decoy Country Park Decoy Road Newton Abbot Devon | 497 yd | |
| Buckland Athletic Football Club | Kingskerswell Road Newton Abbot Devon T | 622 yd | |
| Pumpkin | Newton Abbot Railway Station Station Road Newton Abbot Devon | 639 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery | Torquay Road Newton Abbot Devon | 309 yd | |
| The Railway Brewhouse | The Railway 197 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 683 yd | |
| Cornerflag Bar (Devon FA) | Devon County Football Association Coach Road Newton Abbot Devon | 691 yd | |
| Maltings Taphouse and Bottleshop | The Maltings Teign Road Newton Abbot Devon | 858 yd | |
| Saracens Head | Saracens Head 2 - 4 Fairfield Terrace Newton Abbot Devon | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ling Ling Chinese Takeaway | Unit 3 Signal Buildings Brunel Road Newton Abbot | 645 yd | |
| Hoi Shan | 118 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 779 yd | |
| Ali's Pizza And Kebab House | 116 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 779 yd | |
| Bollywood Spice | 114 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 779 yd | |
| Double Luck Kitchen | Double Luck Kitchen 125 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 803 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Brunel Road Newton Abbot Devon T | 308 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Penn Inn Keyberry Road Newton Abbot Devon | 407 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 2 Loti Jean House Scott Close Newton Abbot Devon | 870 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Forde Park Forde Park | tennis courts | 237 yd |
| Coach Road Recreation Ground PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS COACH ROAD | cycling, grass pitches | 519 yd |
| Decoy Park DECOY ROAD | grass pitches | 583 yd |
| Decoy Primary School DEER PARK ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 660 yd |
| Devon County Football Association CLUB HOUSE CLUB HOUSE COACH ROAD | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Sandringham Park Besigheim Way | grass pitches | 742 yd |
| Haytor View Community Primary School (Closed) Queensway | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Buckland Community Centre (Closed) Gilbert Road | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| Osborne Park OSBOURNE STREET | grass pitches | 925 yd |
| Bishop Dunstan School (Closed) South Road | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 1,022 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.