Holmes Road is in Heathfield, Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ12 6RZ is located in the Bovey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holmes Road, Heathfield, Newton Abbot, TQ12 6RZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ12 6SA, TQ12 6SB, TQ12 6SD, TQ12 6RJ, TQ12 6RP, TQ12 6SE, TQ12 6GX, TQ12 6TS, TQ12 6SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ12 6RZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 52.1% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 50.2% | 47.9% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 6RZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 35.1% | 30.6% | -4.5% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 55% | 3.3% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1.6% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 6.9% | 10.1% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
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 (87.3%) 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 | 52.3% | 49.8% | -2.5% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 37.5% | -1.0% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 6.4% | 9.5% | 3.1% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.8% | 10.5% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 13.2% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.3% | 13.2% | -11.1% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 7% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 23.6% | 9.7% | 16.9% | 6.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.3% | 29.5% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 3.5% | 3.1% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 99.4% | 2.2% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 94.2% | 93.7% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 3.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93% | 93.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.1% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.6% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.4% | 76.7% | 2.7% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.5% | 37.2% | 7.3% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holmes Road was 40.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.8% lower than the Ashburton & Buckfastleigh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Holmes Road has the 31st highest crime rate of 64 local areas in Ashburton & Buckfastleigh and the 210th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Holmes Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £182,500 | 2023-12-08 | £193,325 |
| 7 Holmes Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2023-07-20 | £371,493 |
| 23 Holmes Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2023-05-12 | £214,435 |
| 4 Holmes Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-04-08 | £173,831 |
| 17 Holmes Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2021-06-25 | £299,708 |
| Full-Time Employee | 118 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 48 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Musket Road , TQ12 6SB | 3out of 4 | 194 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Church of England Primary School Liverton , TQ12 6JB | 4out of 4 | 2,395 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chudleigh Knighton Church of England Primary School Chudleigh Knighton , TQ13 0EU | 3out of 4 | 2,728 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bovey Tracey Primary School Abbey Road , Bovey Tracey TQ13 9HZ | 2out of 4 | 3,394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ilsington Church of England Primary School Ilsington , TQ13 9RE | 3out of 4 | 4,525 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 | 4,701 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coombeshead Academy Coombeshead Road , TQ12 1PT | 2out of 4 | 5,136 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,028 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stover School Stover , TQ12 6QG | - not rated | 2,075 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| School for Inspiring Talents College House , Ashburton Road TQ12 1NH | - not rated | 5,291 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Inn | Star Inn Liverton Devon | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenniford Farm | Mole Valley Farmers 22 Battle Road Heathfield Industrial Estate Heathfield Devon | 390 yd | |
| Cavalier Fryer | Battle Road Heathfield Industrial Estate Heathfield Newton Abbot Devon | 390 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Catherines Church Of England Primary School ST CATHERINES CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL ST CATHERINES CHURCH OF ENGLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL MUSKET ROAD | grass pitches | 321 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 | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.