First Drive is in Teignmouth and in Teignbridge district. TQ14 8TJ is located in the Teignmouth East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Newton Abbot. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about First Drive, Teignmouth, TQ14 8TJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ14 8TX, TQ14 8US, TQ14 8FR, TQ14 8TL, TQ14 8FT, TQ14 8TT, TQ14 8TH, TQ14 8TS, TQ14 8TQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ14 8TJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.4% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.6% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 8TJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.4% 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 | 15.9% | 19.2% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.6% | 53.4% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 9.2% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 7.9% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -1.2% |
| Widowed | 16.9% | 17.3% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 11.2% |
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 | 36.4% | 32.1% | -4.3% | 48.4% | -16.3% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 43.8% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 10.2% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 17.9% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 5.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 5.9% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 20.7% | 19.5% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 1.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 7.5% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 12.4% | -8.3% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.4% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 12.4% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.8% | 38.7% | 8.9% | 33.8% | 4.9% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 97.9% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
In this area, 90.3% 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 | 94.2% | 90.3% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5.9% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 90.3% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 9.7% | 9.4% | 9.8% | -0.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0% | -5.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 10% | 13.5% | -3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.2% | 37.2% | -13.0% |
| Christian | 68.2% | 46.2% | 22.0% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around First Drive was 73.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.7% higher than the Teignmouth Central average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
First Drive has the 20th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Teignmouth Central and the 106th highest crime rate of 431 local areas in Teignbridge .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -57.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastleigh Cottage First Drive, Teignmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2025-02-28 | £338,486 |
| Flat 5 Green Banks First Drive, Teignmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-09-05 | £378,367 |
| Flat 2 Green Banks First Drive, Teignmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £368,000 | 2021-12-13 | £369,195 |
| Flat A1 Greenbanks First Drive, Teignmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-09-30 | £324,551 |
| Flat 1 Green Banks First Drive, Teignmouth, Devon Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-03-16 | £266,800 |
TQ14 8TJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 8TJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 61% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 163 |
| Full-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hazeldown School Maudlin Drive , TQ14 8SE | - not rated | 1,424 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School Fourth Avenue , TQ14 9DT | 3out of 4 | 1,747 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St Patrick's Roman Catholic Primary School Fourth Avenue , TQ14 9DT | - not rated | 1,754 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inverteign Community Nursery and Primary School Mill Lane , TQ14 9BB | - not rated | 2,044 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Inverteign Infants' and Nursery School Mill Lane , TQ14 9BB | - not rated | 2,044 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Teignmouth Community College Exeter Road , TQ14 9HZ | - not rated | 1,041 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Teignmouth Community School, Exeter Road Exeter Road , TQ14 9HZ | - not rated | 1,041 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dawlish College Elm Grove Road , EX7 0BY | 3out of 4 | 4,107 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dawlish College Elm Grove Road , EX7 0BY | - not rated | 4,107 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeridge International College Trinity School , Buckeridge Road TQ14 8LY | - not rated | 986 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trinity School Buckeridge Road , Teignmouth TQ14 8LY | - not rated | 986 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's School Exeter Road , TQ14 9JG | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ratcliffe School John Nash Drive , EX7 9RZ | - not rated | 2,223 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Manor School John Nash Drive , EX7 9SF | - not rated | 2,439 yd | Foundation 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teign Bean @ The Beach | East Cliff Cafe East Cliff Walk Teignmouth Devon | 251 yd | |
| Finn McCools | 25 Regent Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,044 yd | |
| Tradewinds Restaurant | 12 Station Road Teignmouth Devon | 1,051 yd | |
| Regency Tea Room & Delicatessen | 26 Regent Street Teignmouth | 1,059 yd | |
| Nourish | 12 Regent Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,060 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | Regent Gardens Teignmouth Devon | 1,034 yd | |
| The Roundel Club | The Roundel Club 27 Station Road Teignmouth Devon | 1,035 yd | |
| The Brass Monkey | Hollands Road Teignmouth Devon | 1,045 yd | |
| Dicey Reillys | Dicey O'reilly Regent Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,047 yd | |
| Jolie Brise | 9 - 15 Station Road Teignmouth Devon | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cones - River End | Den Promenade Teignmouth Devon | 989 yd | |
| The Cones - Town End | Den Promenade Teignmouth Devon | 989 yd | |
| Milano Pizza And Fried Chicken | 24 Regent Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,044 yd | |
| Cantonese House | 11A Regent Street Teignmouth Devon | 1,060 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Teignmouth Lido DEN PROMENADE | swimming pool | 819 yd |
| Teignmouth Tennis Club Buckeridge Road | indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 907 yd |
| Teignmouth Community School EXETER ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 962 yd |
| Trinity School BUCKERIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 987 yd |
| Trinity School BUCKERIDGE ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 987 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 | 28.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 27.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 36.68 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 36.68 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.34 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.