Ferndale Road is in Teignmouth and in Teignbridge district. TQ14 8NH is located in the Teignmouth Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ferndale Road, Teignmouth, TQ14 8NH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ14 8NT, TQ14 8NE, TQ14 8LZ, TQ14 8NR, TQ14 8NA, TQ14 8ND, TQ14 8NB, TQ14 8NG, TQ14 8NJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ14 8NH 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 | 45.9% | 51.8% | 5.9% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 54.1% | 48.2% | -5.9% | 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 8NH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% 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 | 32.2% | 21% | -11.2% | 37.9% | -16.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.1% | 57.6% | 7.5% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 10.7% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 8.1% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 41.1% | 38.5% | -2.6% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 41.7% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 8.1% |
| Fair health | 14% | 14.7% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4.5% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 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% | 15% | -0.8% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.9% | 11.7% | 4.8% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 10.9% | -9.4% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.7% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 14.2% | 6.4% | 16.9% | -2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 37.2% | 7.6% | 33.8% | 3.4% |
| Other | 15.8% | 3.3% | -12.5% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 14.3% | 0.3% | -14.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 83.5% | 97.7% | 14.2% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 93.3% 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 | 77.9% | 93.3% | 15.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| European Union | 4.8% | 1.6% | -3.2% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 13.8% | 3.5% | -10.3% | 5.6% | -2.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 77.9% | 93.3% | 15.4% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 14.8% | 4.2% | -10.6% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 1.9% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 11% | 13.5% | -2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Buddhist | 1% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ferndale Road was 9.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.9% lower than the Teignmouth Central average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ferndale Road has the 7th lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Teignmouth Central and the 34th lowest crime rate of 430 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -72.4%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ground Floor Flat 8 Ferndale Road, Teignmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £183,000 | 2023-07-12 | £183,000 |
| 24 Ferndale Road, Teignmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2021-10-27 | £660,556 |
| 6 Ferndale Road, Teignmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £590,000 | 2021-09-14 | £690,354 |
| Upper Flat Springwood, 15 Ferndale Road, Teignmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2021-03-30 | £216,549 |
| 28 Ferndale Road, Teignmouth, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £520,000 | 2021-02-18 | £633,769 |
The percentage of retired residents living in TQ14 8NH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazeldown School Maudlin Drive , TQ14 8SE | 3out of 4 | 854 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School Fourth Avenue , TQ14 9DT | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Teignmouth Community School, Mill Lane Mill Lane , TQ14 9BB | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shaldon Primary School Bridge Road , Shaldon TQ14 0DD | 4out of 4 | 1,910 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff Primary Academy First Avenue , EX7 9RA | 3out of 4 | 3,332 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 323 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dawlish College Elm Grove Road , EX7 0BY | - not rated | 4,600 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 139 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Manor School John Nash Drive , EX7 9SF | - not rated | 2,858 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Education and Care (Devon) Ltd At 7-9 Oak Park Villas Oak Park Road , East Cliff Road EX7 0DE | - not rated | 4,445 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakwood Court College (Phoenix Learning Care Ltd) 7/9 Oak Park Villas , EX7 0DE | - not rated | 4,475 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chances Educational Support Services Red Rock , Sandy Lane EX7 0AF | - not rated | 4,895 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teign Bean @ The Beach | East Cliff Cafe East Cliff Walk Teignmouth Devon | 966 yd | |
| Tradewinds Restaurant | 12 Station Road Teignmouth Devon | 996 yd | |
| Jolly Good Fish Cafe | Restaurant 6 Teign Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,012 yd | |
| NaughTEA But Nice | 2 Lower Brook Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,023 yd | |
| Devon Fish And Chips | 1A Regent Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,029 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Ensign Club | 2 Bitton Park Road Teignmouth Devon | 823 yd | |
| Teignmouth Football Club | Coombe Lane Teignmouth Devon | 846 yd | |
| The Roundel Club | The Roundel Club 27 Station Road Teignmouth Devon | 957 yd | |
| The Teign Brewery Inn | Teign Brewery Inn Teign Street Teignmouth Devon | 988 yd | |
| Jolie Brise | 9 - 15 Station Road Teignmouth Devon | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh Pizza And Grill | 7 Teign Street Teignmouth | 1,009 yd | |
| Hung Le | 13 Teign Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,029 yd | |
| Bombay Delights | 38 Teign Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,029 yd | |
| Cantonese House | 11A Regent Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,047 yd | |
| Subway | 17 Wellington Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl Lower Brook Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,018 yd | |
| Tesco | 106 Bitton Park Road Teignmouth Devon | 1,060 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | 8 Bank Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,086 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teignmouth Tennis Club Buckeridge Road | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 116 yd |
| Trinity School BUCKERIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 243 yd |
| Trinity School BUCKERIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 243 yd |
| Teignmouth Community School EXETER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 527 yd |
| Hazeldown Oval Eaton Court | grass pitches | 817 yd |
| Teignmouth Afc COOMBE LANE | grass pitches | 837 yd |
| Our Lady & St Patricks Roman Catholic Primary School FOURTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 921 yd |
| Hazeldown Primary School MAUDLIN DRIVE | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| Teignmouth Lido DEN PROMENADE | swimming pool | 984 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 | 88.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.6% |
| 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.