Furze Cap is in Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 3TF is located in the Kingsteignton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 1986-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Furze Cap, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, TQ12 3TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 3NS, TQ12 3TE, TQ12 3PU, TQ12 3PD, TQ12 3NJ, TQ12 3NP, TQ12 3FJ, TQ12 3PL, TQ12 3NL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ12 3TF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.2% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.8% | 2.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26% | 31.5% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 44.1% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 9.7% | 12.6% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 3.5% |
| Widowed | 10.7% | 9% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 45.3% | 36.1% | -9.2% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 28.8% | 38.9% | 10.1% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 19.1% | 19% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 6.3% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.6% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 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 | 30.1% | 19.4% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 1.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 11.7% | -4.1% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 12.6% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 10.4% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 5.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 17.6% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.8% | 25.2% | 8.4% | 33.8% | -8.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.5% | 98.4% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 95.8% | 94.8% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 95.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 1.2% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 47.4% | 46.2% | 1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Furze Cap was 83.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 151.2% higher than the Ambrook average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Furze Cap has the 15th highest crime rate of 63 local areas in Ambrook and the 92nd highest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -46.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 81 Furze Cap, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-02-26 | £220,165 |
| 77 Furze Cap, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-07-05 | £196,503 |
| 86 Furze Cap, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2024-04-24 | £198,181 |
| 83 Furze Cap, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-03-01 | £198,927 |
| 85 Furze Cap, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2023-07-21 | £191,006 |
TQ12 3TF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 3TF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 74 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsteignton School Heron Way , TQ12 3QY | 3out of 4 | 823 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rydon Primary School Rydon Road , Kingsteignton TQ12 3LP | 3out of 4 | 1,081 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School Church Street , Kingsteignton TQ12 3BQ | 2out of 4 | 1,792 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Marsh CofE Academy Osborne Street , TQ12 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 3,440 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Coombeshead Road , Highweek TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 3,503 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 | 862 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| South Devon UTC Kingsteignton Road , TQ12 2QA | 2out of 4 | 3,275 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead Academy Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 3,407 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Abbot College Old Exeter Road , TQ12 2NF | 3out of 4 | 3,440 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stover School Stover , TQ12 6QG | - not rated | 3,156 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School for Inspiring Talents College House , Ashburton Road TQ12 1NH | - not rated | 3,797 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Glendinning Academy Sandringham Road , TQ12 4HD | - not rated | 3,920 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Greater Horseshoe School Little Bovey Lane , Heathfield TQ12 6RH | - not rated | 4,537 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chanburys Woodfired Pizza Also Trading As Meatball Shack | Taste Buds Cafe 165 Exeter Road Kingsteignton Devon | 426 yd | |
| Born N Bread | 4B Imperial Buildings Exeter Road Kingsteignton Devon | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Webb Enterprises The Ten Tors | Ten Tors Inn Exeter Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 170 yd | |
| Old Rydon Inn | Rydon Road Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 849 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New China House | 161 Exeter Road Kingsteignton Devon | 388 yd | |
| Kingsfry | 2 Ley Lane Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Rydon Acres Kingsteignton Newton Abbot Devon | 773 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Five Lanes Playing Field MEADOWCROFT DRIVE | grass pitches | 157 yd |
| Abbrook Park | grass pitches | 237 yd |
| Kingsteignton Swimming Pool MEADOWCROFT DRIVE | swimming pool | 261 yd |
| Teign School CHUDLEIGH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 814 yd |
| Kingsteignton Tennis Club KINGSTEIGNTON TENNIS CLUB KINGSTEIGNTON TENNIS CLUB RYDON ROAD | tennis courts | 904 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 | 58.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 58.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 58.6% |
| 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 | 76.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.