Pipistrelle Way is in Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 3FX is located in the Kingsteignton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 2017-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pipistrelle Way, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, TQ12 3FX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 3FW, TQ12 3FU, TQ12 3TU, TQ12 3FF, TQ12 3FT, TQ12 3EW, TQ12 3JS, TQ12 3FR, TQ12 3RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ12 3FX is primarily male, with 53.7% 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 | 48.1% | 46.3% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -4.7% |
| Male | 51.9% | 53.7% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 4.7% |
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 3FX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.1% 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 | 21.3% | 29.2% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 56.1% | 4.9% | 44.2% | 11.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 0.5% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 6.6% | -8.6% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 6.6% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.6%) 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 | 41.7% | 57.4% | 15.7% | 48.4% | 9.0% |
| Good health | 37.9% | 32.2% | -5.7% | 33.6% | -1.4% |
| Fair health | 15.9% | 9.3% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 1.1% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 24.2% | 15.6% | -8.6% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.4% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 17.5% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.1% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 14.7% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 31.8% | 12.4% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.8% | -3.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.7% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 97% 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% | 97% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 97% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.4% | 37.2% | 12.2% |
| Christian | 38.4% | 46.2% | -7.8% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 11.8% | 6.0% | 5.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pipistrelle Way was 27.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.6% lower than the Ambrook average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Pipistrelle Way has the 19th lowest crime rate of 63 local areas in Ambrook and the 138th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Pipistrelle Way, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2023-10-23 | £597,287 |
| 9 Pipistrelle Way, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £467,500 | 2020-05-12 | £593,707 |
| 4 Pipistrelle Way, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, a newly built property | £429,995 | 2017-10-24 | £563,209 |
| 6 Pipistrelle Way, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, a newly built property | £429,995 | 2017-08-11 | £580,667 |
| 7 Pipistrelle Way, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, a newly built property | £455,000 | 2017-06-30 | £615,263 |
TQ12 3FX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 3FX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsteignton School Heron Way , TQ12 3QY | 3out of 4 | 303 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Church Street , Kingsteignton TQ12 3BQ | 2out of 4 | 1,013 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rydon Primary School Rydon Road , Kingsteignton TQ12 3LP | 3out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Marsh CofE Academy Osborne Street , TQ12 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 2,385 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Coombeshead Road , Highweek TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 2,398 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 323 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Devon UTC Kingsteignton Road , TQ12 2QA | 2out of 4 | 2,188 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead Academy Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 2,293 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Abbot College Old Exeter Road , TQ12 2NF | 3out of 4 | 2,317 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 | 2,685 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stover School Stover , TQ12 6QG | - not rated | 2,800 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Glendinning Academy Sandringham Road , TQ12 4HD | - not rated | 3,055 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Greater Horseshoe School Little Bovey Lane , Heathfield TQ12 6RH | - not rated | 4,830 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 | 620 yd | |
| Chanburys Woodfired Pizza Also Trading As Meatball Shack | Taste Buds Cafe 165 Exeter Road Kingsteignton Devon | 808 yd | |
| MT Tums | Teignbridge Level Crossing Teigngrace Devon | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsteignton Royal British Legion Club Ltd | 10 Longford Lane Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 805 yd | |
| Oakford Club | 10 Oakford Place Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 840 yd | |
| Kings Arms | 6 Oakford Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 840 yd | |
| Old Rydon Inn | Rydon Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 941 yd | |
| The Bell Inn | Fore Street Kingsteignton Devon | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsfry | 2 Ley Lane Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 504 yd | |
| New Fung Sing | 55 Gestridge Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 663 yd | |
| New China House | 161 Exeter Road Kingsteignton Devon | 832 yd | |
| The Fountain | 4 Oakford Kingsteignton Devon | 840 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Newton Road Kingsteignton Devon | 841 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | Rydon Acres Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 866 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 4 Newton Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 890 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teign School CHUDLEIGH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 317 yd |
| Kingsteignton Athletic Football Club ANDOR AVENUE | grass pitches | 521 yd |
| Homers Lane Homers Lane | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Kingsteignton Tennis Club KINGSTEIGNTON TENNIS CLUB KINGSTEIGNTON TENNIS CLUB RYDON ROAD | tennis courts | 874 yd |
| Kingsteignton Swimming Pool MEADOWCROFT DRIVE | swimming pool | 882 yd |
| Five Lanes Playing Field MEADOWCROFT DRIVE | grass pitches | 968 yd |
| Abbrook Park | grass pitches | 1,049 yd |
| Newton Abbot Rugby Football Club NEWTON ABBOT RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB NEWTON ABBOT RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB CANAL WAY | grass pitches | 1,091 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 | 160 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 212.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.