Wolborough Street is in Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 1JJ 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 Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot, TQ12 1JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 1JR, TQ12 2JL, TQ12 2JW, TQ12 1AG, TQ12 1UB, TQ12 2DT, TQ12 2RJ, TQ12 1TQ, TQ12 1JE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TQ12 1JJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.5% | 48.7% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 46.5% | 51.3% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around TQ12 1JJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 48.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 49.2% | 48.3% | -0.9% | 37.9% | 10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.3% | 26.4% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -17.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 19.2% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 10.1% |
| Widowed | 2.9% | 3.1% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 | 47.7% | 38.2% | -9.5% | 48.4% | -10.2% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 38.5% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 4.9% |
| Fair health | 11% | 17.8% | 6.8% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 22.3% | 17.3% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.5% | 9.2% | -7.3% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.5% | 18.1% | 1.6% | 13.4% | 4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 6.5% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 16.5% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.4% | 30.4% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 96.5% | 97.4% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 88.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.2% | 88.5% | -6.7% | 83.2% | 5.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 8.9% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 89.7% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 6.3% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.1% | 37.2% | 14.9% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wolborough Street was 184.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 459.4% higher than the Ambrook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wolborough Street has the 5th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Ambrook and the 23rd highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 112.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Wolborough Street, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2016-01-14 | £362,536 |
TQ12 1JJ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 111 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School Coronation Road , TQ12 1TX | 3out of 4 | 291 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolborough Church of England (Aided) Nursery and Primary School Union Street , TQ12 2JX | 3out of 4 | 352 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bearnes Voluntary Primary School Queen Street , TQ12 2AU | 3out of 4 | 633 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Coombeshead Road , Highweek TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 830 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Marsh CofE Academy Osborne Street , TQ12 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 924 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot College Old Exeter Road , TQ12 2NF | 3out of 4 | 417 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead Academy Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 720 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Devon UTC Kingsteignton Road , TQ12 2QA | 2out of 4 | 764 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teign School Chudleigh Road , Kingsteignton TQ12 3JG | 2out of 4 | 2,972 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| School for Inspiring Talents College House , Ashburton Road TQ12 1NH | - not rated | 680 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glendinning Academy Sandringham Road , TQ12 4HD | - not rated | 2,056 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stover School Stover , TQ12 6QG | - not rated | 3,785 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Clock Tower Coffee Shop | 2 Wolborough Street Newton Abbot Devon | 21 yd | |
| Social Bar & Kitchen | 1 - 3 Wolborough Street Newton Abbot | 38 yd | |
| Twelve Twenty | 9 Wolborough Street Newton Abbot Devon | 46 yd | |
| Deo Gloria | 11 - 15 Bank Street Newton Abbot | 52 yd | |
| Austins Pineroom Restaurant | Austins Department & Furnishing Stores Courtenay Street Newton Abbot Devon | 70 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Union | The Union Inn 6 East Street Newton Abbot Devon | 60 yd | |
| White Hart Inn | 8 East Street Newton Abbot Devon | 126 yd | |
| Jolly Farmer | 8 Market Street Newton Abbot Devon | 127 yd | |
| Golden Lion | 4 Market Street Newton Abbot Devon | 127 yd | |
| The Abbot | 16 East Street Newton Abbot | 141 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Express Pasta Company | 16 Bank Street Newton Abbot Devon | 81 yd | |
| Tiger Noodle Bar | 6 Market Walk Newton Abbot Devon | 196 yd | |
| Subway | 22 Market Walk Newton Abbot Devon | 196 yd | |
| The Filling Station | 3A Union Street Newton Abbot Devon | 264 yd | |
| Ivor Dewdney Pasties Ltd | 27 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 392 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 23 Courtenay Street Newton Abbot Devon | 117 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | Highweek Street Newton Abbot Devon | 157 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 2 Loti Jean House Scott Close Newton Abbot Devon | 399 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot College OLD EXETER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 501 yd |
| Newton Abbot Leisure Centre NEWTON ABBOT LEISURE CENTRE NEWTON ABBOT LEISURE CENTRE HIGHWEEK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 591 yd |
| Bishop Dunstan School (Closed) South Road | grass pitches, swimming pool, tennis courts | 654 yd |
| Bakers Park STEPPES MEADOW | grass pitches, tennis courts | 659 yd |
| Newton Abbot Squash And Lawn Tennis Club MARSH ROAD | grass pitches, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 733 yd |
| Coombeshead Academy COOMBESHEAD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 832 yd |
| Devon County Football Association CLUB HOUSE CLUB HOUSE COACH ROAD | grass pitches | 981 yd |
| Coach Road Recreation Ground PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS COACH ROAD | cycling, grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Osborne Park OSBOURNE STREET | grass pitches | 1,005 yd |
| Forde Park Forde Park | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.