River Valley Road is in Chudleigh Knighton, Newton Abbot and in Teignbridge district. TQ13 0HP is located in the Chudleigh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Central Devon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about River Valley Road, Chudleigh Knighton, Newton Abbot, TQ13 0HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ13 0HW, TQ13 0GG, TQ13 0QE, TQ13 0PE, TQ13 0EN, TQ13 0ER, TQ13 0RA, TQ13 0RH, TQ13 0ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ13 0HP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.2% | -0.3% | 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 | 20.9% | 27.6% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53% | 40.9% | -12.1% | 44.2% | -3.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 4% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 18.7% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 9.6% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 8.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 36.1% | 37.7% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 33.1% | 36.5% | 3.4% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 21.8% | 17.5% | -4.3% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 7.9% | 1.5% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 TQ13 0HP this area, 32.4% 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 19.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33% | 32.4% | -0.6% | 18.2% | 14.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 8.9% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 10.7% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 11.6% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 6.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 14.7% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 19.1% | 3.0% | 33.8% | -14.7% |
| Other | 6.1% | 2.7% | -3.4% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.8% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 95.1% | 96% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 96% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3.6% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0.4% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 51.6% | 46.2% | 5.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around River Valley Road was 39.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.6% higher than the Bovey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
River Valley Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bovey and the 207th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% 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 River Valley Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2025-03-28 | £319,239 |
| 4 River Valley Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £217,500 | 2024-03-13 | £226,627 |
| 31 River Valley Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-10-04 | £271,467 |
| 9 River Valley Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2023-07-21 | £283,361 |
| 11 River Valley Road, Newton Abbot, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £270,250 | 2022-09-01 | £270,516 |
TQ13 0HP 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 TQ13 0HP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chudleigh Knighton Church of England Primary School Chudleigh Knighton , TQ13 0EU | 3out of 4 | 302 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chudleigh Church of England Community Primary School Lawn Drive , Chudleigh TQ13 0LS | 3out of 4 | 2,899 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's CofE Primary School Musket Road , TQ12 6SB | 3out of 4 | 2,926 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bovey Tracey Primary School Abbey Road , Bovey Tracey TQ13 9HZ | 2out of 4 | 3,785 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hennock Community Primary School Hennock , Bovey Tracey TQ13 9QB | 3out of 4 | 3,994 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 | 4,487 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 | 2,145 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Stover School Stover , TQ12 6QG | - not rated | 3,781 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Claycutters Arms | Clay Cutters Arms Chudleigh Knighton Devon | 504 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% |
| Median download speed | 68.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 58.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.