Whitelake Place is in Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 2FD is located in the Bushell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 2009-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Whitelake Place, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2FD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 2TN, TQ12 2TP, TQ12 2JJ, TQ12 2SQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ12 2FD is primarily male, with 55.4% of the population 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 | 51.7% | 44.6% | -7.1% | 51.0% | -6.4% |
| Male | 48.3% | 55.4% | 7.1% | 49.0% | 6.4% |
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 2FD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.1% 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 | 50% | 53.1% | 3.1% | 37.9% | 15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 29.8% | -3.4% | 44.2% | -14.4% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 4.8% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 9.6% | -3.2% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 2.6% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
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 | 54% | 44.2% | -9.8% | 48.4% | -4.2% |
| Good health | 30% | 29.6% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 10.3% | 18% | 7.7% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 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 | 16.4% | 11.5% | -4.9% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 13.7% | -6.2% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.5% | 17.6% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.8% | 7% | 5.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 23.8% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 23.3% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -10.5% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.1% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 96.9% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 98.3% 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 | 97.3% | 98.3% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| 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 | 96.7% | 98.3% | 1.6% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.8% | 76.7% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 65.7% | 37.2% | 28.5% |
| Christian | 28% | 46.2% | -18.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Whitelake Place was 151.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 158.5% higher than the Bradley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Whitelake Place has the highest crime rate of 19 local areas in Bradley and the 32nd highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 77.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 Whitelake Place, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2025-02-07 | £82,821 |
| 51 Whitelake Place, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2023-02-17 | £85,069 |
| 70 Whitelake Place, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2021-12-03 | £73,409 |
| 60 Whitelake Place, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2021-10-01 | £72,857 |
| 55 Whitelake Place, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2019-06-05 | £65,313 |
TQ12 2FD 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 | 85 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Coombeshead Road , Highweek TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 963 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School Coronation Road , TQ12 1TX | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bearnes Voluntary Primary School Queen Street , TQ12 2AU | 3out of 4 | 1,175 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Marsh CofE Academy Osborne Street , TQ12 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolborough Church of England (Aided) Nursery and Primary School Union Street , TQ12 2JX | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 798 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead Academy Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 816 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Devon UTC Kingsteignton Road , TQ12 2QA | 2out of 4 | 894 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teign School Chudleigh Road , Kingsteignton TQ12 3JG | 2out of 4 | 1,808 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 | 1,207 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glendinning Academy Sandringham Road , TQ12 4HD | - not rated | 2,298 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stover School Stover , TQ12 6QG | - not rated | 2,980 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Coffee | Tesco Stores Ltd Newton Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 702 yd | |
| South Devon University Technical College | Kingsteignton Road Newton Abbot Devon | 769 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Greenhill Retail Park Newton Road Kingsteignton Devon | 776 yd | |
| The Grandstand Beefeater Grill | Premier Inn Newton Road Kingsteignton Devon | 776 yd | |
| Newton Abbot Racecourse | Newton Abbot Racecourse Newton Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot Rugby Football Club Ltd | Rackerhayes Kingsteignton Road Newton Abbot Devon | 776 yd | |
| The Royal British Legion | Marsh Road Newton Abbot Devon | 882 yd | |
| Newtons Freehouse | 24-26 Highweek Road Newton Abbot Devon | 953 yd | |
| Teignbridge 76 Club | Marsh Road Newton Abbot Devon | 1,003 yd | |
| Bar 7 | 7 Market Street Newton Abbot Devon | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivor Dewdney Pasties Ltd | 27 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 1,034 yd | |
| Fresh Pizza | 49 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 1,065 yd | |
| Tiger Noodle Bar | 6 Market Walk Newton Abbot Devon | 1,069 yd | |
| Subway | 22 Market Walk Newton Abbot Devon | 1,069 yd | |
| Jackson Ltd (Fish & Chip Shop) | 52 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Newton Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 702 yd | |
| Booker Cash & Carry | 11 Pottery Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 1,014 yd | |
| Asda Stores Limited | Highweek Street Newton Abbot Devon | 1,094 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot College OLD EXETER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 760 yd |
| Cloud 9 Fitness Centre (Newton Abbot) (Closed) Newton Road | health and fitness suite | 777 yd |
| Coombeshead Academy COOMBESHEAD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 833 yd |
| Newton Abbot Rugby Football Club NEWTON ABBOT RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB NEWTON ABBOT RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB CANAL WAY | grass pitches | 857 yd |
| Newton Abbot Leisure Centre NEWTON ABBOT LEISURE CENTRE NEWTON ABBOT LEISURE CENTRE HIGHWEEK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 897 yd |
| Newton Abbot Squash And Lawn Tennis Club MARSH ROAD | grass pitches, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 976 yd |
| Homers Lane Homers Lane | grass pitches | 998 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 58.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.