Rowells Mead is in Liverton, Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 6PL is located in the Haytor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rowells Mead, Liverton, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 6PN, TQ12 6PJ, TQ12 6GZ, TQ12 6PH, TQ12 6HH, TQ12 6YX, TQ12 6UJ, TQ12 6UR, TQ12 6UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ12 6PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.5% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49% | 48.5% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 6PL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.2% 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 | 23.1% | 24% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 56.2% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 12.0% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 0.9% | -2.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 9% | 7.3% | -1.7% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 11.6% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 5.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44% | 43.9% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 33.5% | -4.9% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 18.2% | 4.3% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 18% | 12.9% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 11.2% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 16.4% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 16.4% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.5% | 32.3% | -0.2% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 3.1% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 100% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 96.7% | 97.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 97.8% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 50.4% | 46.2% | 4.2% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowells Mead was 15.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.5% lower than the Ashburton & Buckfastleigh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rowells Mead has the 11th lowest crime rate of 64 local areas in Ashburton & Buckfastleigh and the 68th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -75.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Rowells Mead, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £256,000 | 2017-09-15 | £342,473 |
| 5 Rowells Mead, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2016-03-30 | £316,724 |
| 1 Rowells Mead, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £292,000 | 2006-11-06 | £483,610 |
| 1 Rowells Mead, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £136,950 | 2000-05-05 | £510,126 |
| 2 Rowells Mead, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £76,500 | 1998-08-24 | £354,875 |
TQ12 6PL 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 6PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| 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 | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackpool Church of England Primary School Liverton , TQ12 6JB | 4out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Musket Road , TQ12 6SB | 3out of 4 | 1,706 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilsington Church of England Primary School Ilsington , TQ13 9RE | 3out of 4 | 3,386 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bovey Tracey Primary School Abbey Road , Bovey Tracey TQ13 9HZ | 2out of 4 | 3,905 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chudleigh Knighton Church of England Primary School Chudleigh Knighton , TQ13 0EU | 3out of 4 | 4,283 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Greater Horseshoe School Little Bovey Lane , Heathfield TQ12 6RH | - not rated | 2,471 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stover School Stover , TQ12 6QG | - not rated | 2,754 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinocchios Cafe & Ice Cream Parlour | Unit 5 Trago Mills Liverton Devon | 842 yd | |
| Pinocchio's Snack Bar | Unit 21 Trago Mills Liverton Devon | 842 yd | |
| Fish And Chip Shop | Unit 10 Trago Mills Liverton Devon | 842 yd | |
| Staple Hill Servery | Trago Mills Regional Shopping Centre Liverton Newton Abbot Devon | 842 yd | |
| Woodland Cafe | Woodland Cafe Gorse Blossom Farm Liverton Devon | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Inn | Star Inn Liverton Devon | 741 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Kiosks (Near Leisure Park) | Unit 2 Trago Mills Liverton Devon | 842 yd | |
| Pinocchios Baguettes | Unit 11 Trago Mills Liverton Devon | 842 yd | |
| The Pasta Bar | Unit 12 Trago Mills Liverton Devon | 842 yd | |
| Spicey Brothers | Unit 14 Trago Mills Liverton Devon | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Group | Trago Mills Liverton Newton Abbot Devon | 842 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Liverton Football & Sports Club | grass pitches | 522 yd |
| Blackpool Church Of England Primary School | grass pitches | 979 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.