Brook Lane is in Shaldon, Teignmouth and in Teignbridge district. TQ14 0AJ is located in the Shaldon & Stokeinteignhead electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brook Lane, Shaldon, Teignmouth, TQ14 0AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ14 0AH, TQ14 0AW, TQ14 0AP, TQ14 0AL, TQ14 0EP, TQ14 0EZ, TQ14 0AS, TQ14 0HF, TQ14 0BT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ14 0AJ 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 | 52.3% | 50.2% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 47.7% | 49.8% | 2.1% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of TQ14 0AJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.7% 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 | 17.4% | 22.6% | 5.2% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.4% | 60.7% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 16.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 6.8% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 5.1% | -1.3% | 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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.1%) 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 | 46.9% | 54.3% | 7.4% | 48.4% | 5.9% |
| Good health | 36% | 31.8% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 14% | 10.9% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -1.8% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.8% | 10% | -7.8% | 18.2% | -8.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 5.6% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 13.4% | -4.0% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 7.8% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 5.9% | 13.4% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 47.2% | 9.3% | 33.8% | 13.4% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.6% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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 Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.5% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 96.5% | 95.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 95.5% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92% | 76.7% | 15.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.9% | 37.2% | 3.7% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brook Lane was 11.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 36.7% lower than the Bishopsteignton average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Brook Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Bishopsteignton and the 44th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Buoys Brook Lane, Teignmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2019-03-13 | £543,413 |
| Applegarth Brook Lane, Teignmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2018-11-08 | £545,130 |
| Karman Vista Brook Lane, Teignmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £339,950 | 2011-06-30 | £562,096 |
| Little Ringmore Brook Lane, Teignmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2010-09-27 | £851,464 |
| Treetops Brook Lane, Teignmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £397,000 | 2008-11-10 | £647,873 |
TQ14 0AJ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
TQ14 0AJ 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 TQ14 0AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 87 |
| Full-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaldon Primary School Bridge Road , Shaldon TQ14 0DD | 4out of 4 | 677 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School Fourth Avenue , TQ14 9DT | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Teignmouth Community School, Mill Lane Mill Lane , TQ14 9BB | 3out of 4 | 1,634 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stokeinteignhead School Stoke Road , Stokeinteignhead TQ12 4QE | 2out of 4 | 2,242 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishopsteignton School Cockhaven Close , Bishopsteington TQ14 9RJ | 3out of 4 | 2,542 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teignmouth Community School, Exeter Road Exeter Road , TQ14 9HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,994 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity School Trinity School , Buckeridge Road TQ14 8LY | - not rated | 2,374 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Manor School John Nash Drive , EX7 9SF | - not rated | 5,143 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Moor Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NH | 3out of 4 | 5,357 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lollie Bean | 49 Fore Street Shaldon Devon | 775 yd | |
| The Clipper Cafe | 26 Strand Shaldon Devon | 914 yd | |
| The Strand Cafe | 1 Strand Shaldon Devon | 914 yd | |
| Pow Wow Cafe Shop | 87 - 89 Kingsway Teignmouth Devon | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shipwrights Arms | Shipwrights Arms Verbena Terrace Ringmore Road Shaldon Teignmouth Devon | 319 yd | |
| London Inn | The Green Shaldon Teignmouth Devon | 788 yd | |
| Shaldon Conservative Club & Association | Dagmar Street Shaldon Teignmouth Devon | 828 yd | |
| The Ferry Boat Inn | Ferry Boat Inn 4 Strand Shaldon Devon | 914 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village Fish And Chip Shop | 50 Fore Street Shaldon Devon | 775 yd | |
| Sandstones | 19 Strand Shaldon Devon | 866 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Field SHORESIDE | grass pitches | 437 yd |
| Shaldon Primary School BRIDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 598 yd |
| Broadmeadow Sports Centre BROADMEADOW INDUSTRIAL ESTATE | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,043 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 | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.