Sandford View is in Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 2TG is located in the Bushell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandford View, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2TG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 2TL, TQ12 2TH, TQ12 2SG, TQ12 2PT, TQ12 2JJ, TQ12 2JH, TQ12 2PW, TQ12 2PR, TQ12 2TN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ12 2TG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.7% | 50.1% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 47.3% | 49.9% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TQ12 2TG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.2% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.1% | 33.1% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -4.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 54.2% | 6.3% | 44.2% | 10.0% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.2% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 8% | -6.7% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 2.5% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 59.6% | 54.8% | -4.8% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 32% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 7.2% | 9.7% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -3.0% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 3.2% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 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.
In the area around TQ12 2TG this area, 8.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.5% | 8.7% | -4.8% | 18.2% | -9.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 10.1% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 13.4% | -5.9% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 7.6% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.7% | 23.9% | 11.2% | 16.9% | 7.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.7% | 34.8% | 3.1% | 33.8% | 1.0% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.4% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 94.3% | 98.2% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 0.3% | -3.4% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 98.2% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 9.7% | 13.5% | -3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.8% | 37.2% | 15.6% |
| Christian | 41.9% | 46.2% | -4.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandford View was 11.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 79.7% lower than the Bradley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sandford View has the lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Bradley and the 48th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Sandford View, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £615,000 | 2025-08-04 | £626,250 |
| 43 Sandford View, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2024-10-04 | £614,096 |
| 29 Sandford View, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £372,000 | 2024-08-19 | £393,605 |
| 27 Sandford View, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £372,500 | 2024-06-12 | £396,226 |
| 19 Sandford View, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £367,000 | 2023-09-18 | £371,074 |
TQ12 2TG 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 | 121 |
| Part-Time Employee | 61 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 651 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highweek Community Primary and Nursery School Coronation Road , TQ12 1TX | 3out of 4 | 725 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolborough Church of England (Aided) Nursery and Primary School Union Street , TQ12 2JX | 3out of 4 | 912 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bearnes Voluntary Primary School Queen Street , TQ12 2AU | 3out of 4 | 937 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Marsh CofE Academy Osborne Street , TQ12 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,051 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 | 409 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead Academy Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 475 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Devon UTC Kingsteignton Road , TQ12 2QA | 2out of 4 | 730 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Teign School Chudleigh Road , Kingsteignton TQ12 3JG | 2out of 4 | 2,202 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 | 844 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glendinning Academy Sandringham Road , TQ12 4HD | - not rated | 2,241 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stover School Stover , TQ12 6QG | - not rated | 3,140 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Devon University Technical College | Kingsteignton Road Newton Abbot Devon | 632 yd | |
| Courtenay Centre Cafe | Newton Abbot Centre Association Kingsteignton Road Newton Abbot Devon | 638 yd | |
| No Limits Community Cafe & Hub | 3 Bridge House Sherborne Road Newton Abbot Devon | 660 yd | |
| Cheeky Cherry Cafe | Stalls 5 And 6 Market Food Hall Newton Abbot Devon | 662 yd | |
| Market Fish And Chips | 5 Market Street Newton Abbot Devon | 662 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newtons Freehouse | 24-26 Highweek Road Newton Abbot Devon | 589 yd | |
| Bar 7 | 7 Market Street Newton Abbot Devon | 662 yd | |
| The Market Gate | Market Gate 3 Market Street Newton Abbot Devon | 662 yd | |
| Jolly Farmer | 8 Market Street Newton Abbot Devon | 700 yd | |
| Golden Lion | 4 Market Street Newton Abbot Devon | 700 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tiger Noodle Bar | 6 Market Walk Newton Abbot Devon | 716 yd | |
| Subway | 22 Market Walk Newton Abbot Devon | 716 yd | |
| Ivor Dewdney Pasties Ltd | 27 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 730 yd | |
| The Express Pasta Company | 16 Bank Street Newton Abbot Devon | 756 yd | |
| Fresh Pizza | 49 Queen Street Newton Abbot Devon | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Limited | Highweek Street Newton Abbot Devon | 705 yd | |
| Iceland Frozen Foods Plc | 23 Courtenay Street Newton Abbot Devon | 762 yd | |
| Tesco | Newton Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 992 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 2 Loti Jean House Scott Close Newton Abbot Devon | 999 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Abbot College OLD EXETER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 365 yd |
| Newton Abbot Leisure Centre NEWTON ABBOT LEISURE CENTRE NEWTON ABBOT LEISURE CENTRE HIGHWEEK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 525 yd |
| Coombeshead Academy COOMBESHEAD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, swimming pool | 531 yd |
| Newton Abbot Squash And Lawn Tennis Club MARSH ROAD | grass pitches, indoor tennis centre, squash courts, tennis courts | 792 yd |
| Cloud 9 Fitness Centre (Newton Abbot) (Closed) Newton Road | health and fitness suite | 960 yd |
| Osborne Park OSBOURNE STREET | grass pitches | 1,057 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 | 247.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.