Tweenways is in Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 3ES is located in the Kingsteignton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tweenways, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, TQ12 3ES and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 3EY, TQ12 3ET, TQ12 3HL, TQ12 3HA, TQ12 3EH, TQ12 3EP, TQ12 3HJ, TQ12 3EZ, TQ12 3EL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ12 3ES is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.8% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.2% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 3ES there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.3% 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 | 22% | 20.4% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -17.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 54.3% | -0.4% | 44.2% | 10.1% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 10.4% | -1.3% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 14% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 7.9% |
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 | 40% | 40.9% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 34.4% | -1.3% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 18.4% | 16.6% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 6.1% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 3ES this area, 32.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.9% | 32.1% | 1.2% | 18.2% | 13.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 7.7% | -10.7% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 10% | -1.2% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.4% | 9% | -0.4% | 5.3% | 3.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 15.8% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17% | 22.6% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.7% | -1.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.6% | 98% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 96.5% | 96.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.8% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0.4% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tweenways was 17.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.8% lower than the Kingsteignton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tweenways has the 7th lowest crime rate of 28 local areas in Kingsteignton East and the 85th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Tweenways, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £273,000 | 2024-03-01 | £285,827 |
| 41 Tweenways, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-06-09 | £304,614 |
| 5 Tweenways Court Tweenways, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £217,000 | 2023-05-25 | £232,662 |
| 4 Tweenways Court Tweenways, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2022-03-31 | £199,679 |
| 3 Tweenways Court Tweenways, Newton Abbot, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2021-09-17 | £262,393 |
TQ12 3ES area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 3ES area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Church Street , Kingsteignton TQ12 3BQ | 2out of 4 | 522 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsteignton School Heron Way , TQ12 3QY | 3out of 4 | 629 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rydon Primary School Rydon Road , Kingsteignton TQ12 3LP | 3out of 4 | 811 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Marsh CofE Academy Osborne Street , TQ12 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,088 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bearnes Voluntary Primary School Queen Street , TQ12 2AU | 3out of 4 | 2,260 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teign School Chudleigh Road , Kingsteignton TQ12 3JG | 2out of 4 | 525 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Devon UTC Kingsteignton Road , TQ12 2QA | 2out of 4 | 1,944 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Abbot College Old Exeter Road , TQ12 2NF | 3out of 4 | 2,212 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead Academy Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 2,275 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glendinning Academy Sandringham Road , TQ12 4HD | - not rated | 2,621 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| School for Inspiring Talents College House , Ashburton Road TQ12 1NH | - not rated | 2,667 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stover School Stover , TQ12 6QG | - not rated | 3,258 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Greater Horseshoe School Little Bovey Lane , Heathfield TQ12 6RH | - not rated | 5,325 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born N Bread | 4B Imperial Buildings Exeter Road Kingsteignton Devon | 580 yd | |
| The Leisure Lounge | Winners 2000 Fitness Ltd Greenhill Way Kingsteignton Devon | 844 yd | |
| Chanburys Woodfired Pizza Also Trading As Meatball Shack | Taste Buds Cafe 165 Exeter Road Kingsteignton Devon | 948 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Tesco Stores Ltd Newton Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakford Club | 10 Oakford Place Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 347 yd | |
| Kings Arms | 6 Oakford Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 347 yd | |
| Kingsteignton Royal British Legion Club Ltd | 10 Longford Lane Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 504 yd | |
| The Bell Inn | Fore Street Kingsteignton Devon | 555 yd | |
| Old Rydon Inn | Rydon Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 811 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Fung Sing | 55 Gestridge Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 166 yd | |
| The Fountain | 4 Oakford Kingsteignton Devon | 347 yd | |
| Kingsfry | 2 Ley Lane Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 414 yd | |
| New China House | 161 Exeter Road Kingsteignton Devon | 984 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Newton Road Kingsteignton Devon | 359 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 4 Newton Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 414 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Rydon Acres Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 785 yd | |
| Booker Cash & Carry | 11 Pottery Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 886 yd | |
| Tesco | Newton Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 973 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsteignton Athletic Football Club ANDOR AVENUE | grass pitches | 266 yd |
| Homers Lane Homers Lane | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Teign School CHUDLEIGH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 620 yd |
| Kingsteignton Tennis Club KINGSTEIGNTON TENNIS CLUB KINGSTEIGNTON TENNIS CLUB RYDON ROAD | tennis courts | 717 yd |
| Newton Abbot Rugby Football Club NEWTON ABBOT RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB NEWTON ABBOT RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB CANAL WAY | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Teignbridge Indoor Bowls Club (Closed) Greenhill Way | indoor bowls | 960 yd |
| Winners 2000 Fitness Limited (Newton Abbot) GREENHILL WAY | health and fitness suite | 973 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 | 90.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.7% |
| 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 | 37.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 105.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.