Tor View Avenue is in Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 4EL is located in the Buckland & Milber electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tor View Avenue, Newton Abbot, TQ12 4EL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 4EJ, TQ12 4EN, TQ12 4EW, TQ12 4EH, TQ12 4EE, TQ12 4ET, TQ12 4ER, TQ12 4HF, TQ12 4ED.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ12 4EL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 50.9% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 49.8% | 49.1% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 | 27% | 31.6% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -6.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.8% | 47.1% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 2.9% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 0.9% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 13.3% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 7.1% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 41.8% | 41.5% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -6.9% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 34.3% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 0.7% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 15.2% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 6.2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 4EL this area, 29.1% 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 17.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 29.1% | 2.1% | 18.2% | 10.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.8% | 9.3% | -6.5% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 14.1% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 8.4% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 18.1% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 17.6% | -4.8% | 33.8% | -16.2% |
| Other | 5.8% | 3.5% | -2.3% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.3% | 97.6% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98.9% | 97.2% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.2% | 96.9% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.3% | 76.7% | -5.4% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 26.6% | 13.5% | 13.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.9% | 37.2% | 13.7% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tor View Avenue was 30.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.5% lower than the Buckland & Milber average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tor View Avenue has the 16th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Buckland & Milber and the 154th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -73.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Tor View Avenue, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,250 | 2021-06-23 | £282,025 |
| 29 Tor View Avenue, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-03-31 | £239,085 |
| 11 Tor View Avenue, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2020-04-14 | £203,435 |
| 10 Tor View Avenue, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,000 | 2018-04-30 | £256,930 |
| 25 Tor View Avenue, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £154,000 | 2017-08-18 | £210,999 |
TQ12 4EL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haytor View Community Primary School Queensway , TQ12 4BD | 3out of 4 | 276 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Decoy Primary School Deer Park Road , TQ12 1DH | 3out of 4 | 1,323 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Marsh CofE Academy Osborne Street , TQ12 2DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bearnes Voluntary Primary School Queen Street , TQ12 2AU | 3out of 4 | 1,725 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wolborough Church of England (Aided) Nursery and Primary School Union Street , TQ12 2JX | 3out of 4 | 1,959 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Devon UTC Kingsteignton Road , TQ12 2QA | 2out of 4 | 1,833 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Abbot College Old Exeter Road , TQ12 2NF | 3out of 4 | 2,451 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead Academy Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 2,853 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Teign School Chudleigh Road , Kingsteignton TQ12 3JG | 2out of 4 | 3,472 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 | 346 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| School for Inspiring Talents College House , Ashburton Road TQ12 1NH | - not rated | 2,974 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chesters | 14 Haldon Rise Newton Abbot Devon | 355 yd | |
| IBounce | Milber Sports Centre Unit 1 Milber Trading Estate Newton Abbot Devon | 705 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurants Ltd | Penn Inn Newton Abbot Devon | 911 yd | |
| Brunel Cafe | Brunel Skills Centre Collett Way Newton Abbot Devon | 999 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toby Carvery | Torquay Road Newton Abbot Devon | 874 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goodies Fish Bar | 12 Haldon Rise Newton Abbot Devon | 355 yd | |
| Ling Ling Chinese Takeaway | Unit 3 Signal Buildings Brunel Road Newton Abbot | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Penn Inn Keyberry Road Newton Abbot Devon | 911 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Haytor View Community Primary School (Closed) Queensway | grass pitches | 506 yd |
| Sandringham Park Besigheim Way | grass pitches | 671 yd |
| Milber Sports Centre (Closed) Unit 1 Unit 1 Milber Trading Estate | artificial grass pitch | 707 yd |
| Buckland Community Centre (Closed) Gilbert Road | grass pitches | 732 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 178.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.