Higher Audley Avenue is in Torquay and in Torbay district. TQ2 7PF is located in the Tormohun electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Higher Audley Avenue, Torquay, TQ2 7PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ2 7PG, TQ2 7PD, TQ1 4HA, TQ1 4EX, TQ2 7PQ, TQ2 7PE, TQ1 4RY, TQ1 4HB, TQ1 4JF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ2 7PF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 50.8% | 2.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 51.9% | 49.2% | -2.7% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 32.2% | 34% | 1.8% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.5% | 45.2% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.4% | 13.5% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 4.2% | 4.6% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 43.6% | 36.9% | -6.7% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 34.9% | 39.3% | 4.4% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 16.9% | 1.8% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 6.1% | 2.9% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 0.7% | -2.5% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 20% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 10.4% | -8.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 17.3% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 9.6% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 20.4% | 12.0% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 19.2% | 2.7% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.6% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 91.2% 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 | 96.8% | 91.2% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 91.2% | -5.0% | 83.2% | 8.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 7.5% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.6% | 76.7% | 3.9% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 13.9% | 13.5% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.9% | 37.2% | 6.7% |
| Christian | 48.6% | 46.2% | 2.4% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Higher Audley Avenue was 126.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.9% higher than the Ellacombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Higher Audley Avenue has the 41st highest crime rate of 98 local areas in Ellacombe and the 115th highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 51.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Higher Audley Avenue, Torquay, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £196,000 | 2024-01-05 | £194,548 |
| 54 Higher Audley Avenue, Torquay, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2023-09-15 | £172,128 |
| 52 Higher Audley Avenue, Torquay, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2023-07-07 | £183,096 |
| 64 Higher Audley Avenue, Torquay, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-04-23 | £203,422 |
| 76 Higher Audley Avenue, Torquay, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-02-05 | £240,663 |
TQ2 7PF area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 12% 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.
TQ2 7PF 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torre Church of England Academy Barton Road , TQ1 4DN | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Homelands Primary School Westhill Road , TQ1 4NT | 3out of 4 | 860 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Academy Barewell Road , TQ1 4PA | 3out of 4 | 901 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upton St James CofE Primary School St James Road , Upton TQ1 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 940 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Roman Catholic Primary School, Torquay St Catherine's Road , St Marychurch TQ1 4NZ | 2out of 4 | 991 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torquay Academy Cricketfield Road , TQ2 7NU | 3out of 4 | 305 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School Trumlands Road , TQ1 4RN | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | 4out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Spires College Westlands Lane , TQ1 3PE | 3out of 4 | 1,405 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Burton Academy South Parks Road , TQ2 8JE | - not rated | 994 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey School Hampton Court , Fore Street TQ1 4PR | - not rated | 1,326 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| EF Academy Torbay EF House, Castle Road , TQ1 3BG | - not rated | 1,768 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eat That Frog C.I.C 91 Union Street , TQ1 3DG | - not rated | 1,804 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe Pafford School Steps Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NL | 3out of 4 | 1,842 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tubers Ltd | 114 Teignmouth Road | 221 yd | |
| Dunelm Soft Furnishings Ltd | Unit 2, Bridge Retail Park, Hele Road | 815 yd | |
| McDonalds | Bridge Retail Park, Hele Road | 815 yd | |
| Torbay Olympic Gymnastics Club (Cafe) | Units 2-3, Parkfield Industrial Estate, Barton Hill Way | 853 yd | |
| Turning Heads Community Hub | 121 St Marychurch Road | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torquay Squash Centre | 78 Barton Road | 615 yd | |
| Barton Cricket Club | 51 Barton Road | 624 yd | |
| Upton Social Club | 46-48 Upton Road | 734 yd | |
| The York | 113 St Marychurch Road | 914 yd | |
| The Artful Dodger Public House | 304 Teignmouth Road | 1,017 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellas Mobile Cafe | 156 Teignmouth Road | 150 yd | |
| Shun Lee | 76 Hele Road | 379 yd | |
| King Of The Grill | 117 Hele Road | 550 yd | |
| Upton Cantonese Takeaway | 52 Upton Road | 711 yd | |
| Greggs | 119 Newton Road | 907 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 192 Teignmouth Road | 163 yd | |
| Asda | Regent Close | 904 yd | |
| Lidl | St Marychurch Road | 911 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Windmill Hill Playing Field HIGHER AUDLEY AVENUE | grass pitches | 48 yd |
| Winners 2000 Fitness Limited (Torquay) 168-174 168-174 TEIGNMOUTH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 181 yd |
| Torquay Academy TORQUAY ACADEMY TORQUAY ACADEMY CRICKETFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 334 yd |
| Cricketfield Road Recreation Ground TORCLIFFE TORCLIFFE CRICKETFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| St Cuthbert Mayne School TRUMLANDS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 625 yd |
| Barton Cricket Club BARTON CRICKET SOCIAL CLUB BARTON CRICKET SOCIAL CLUB CRICKETFIELD ROAD | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Torquay Squash And Racketball Centre 76-78 76-78 BARTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 706 yd |
| Evolve Health And Fitness Unit 1 Unit 1 Woodland Close | health and fitness suite | 711 yd |
| Torre Church Of England Academy BARTON ROAD | grass pitches | 751 yd |
| Barton Downs Playing Field 180D 180D LICHFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 765 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 | 38.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 122.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.