Allendale Gardens is in Barton, Torquay and in Torbay district. TQ2 8PR is located in the Barton with Watcombe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 2003-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Allendale Gardens, Barton, Torquay, TQ2 8PR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ2 8PN, TQ2 8DR, TQ2 8DP, TQ2 8PW, TQ2 8NA, TQ2 8RA, TQ2 8HP, TQ2 8LT, TQ2 8QX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ2 8PR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 50.6% | -0.1% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.3% | 49.4% | 0.1% | 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 TQ2 8PR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% 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 | 27.7% | 27% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57% | 53.6% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8% | 7.2% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 9.5% | 3.1% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 38.1% | 36.3% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 36.2% | 37.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 3.5% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 19.6% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 6.9% |
| Bad health | 7.1% | 6.1% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 | 22.5% | 19.8% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 6.8% | -6.1% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 18.5% | 0.0% | 13.4% | 5.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 8.1% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 15.3% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.5% | 27.5% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -6.3% |
| Other | 4% | 4.1% | 0.1% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 96.7% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 97.4% | 97.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 97.1% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.6% | 76.7% | 5.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.3% | 37.2% | -9.9% |
| Christian | 63.2% | 46.2% | 17.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Allendale Gardens was 17.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.2% lower than the Barton with Watcombe average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Allendale Gardens has the 7th lowest crime rate of 76 local areas in Barton with Watcombe and the 54th lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -44.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 72% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Allendale Gardens, Torquay, Torbay Detached, a newly built property | £239,950 | 2004-01-23 | £435,412 |
| 2 Allendale Gardens, Torquay, Torbay Detached, a newly built property | £249,500 | 2003-10-31 | £476,224 |
TQ2 8PR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 TQ2 8PR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 109 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barton Hill Academy Barton Hill Road , TQ2 8JA | 3out of 4 | 612 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Watcombe Primary School Moor Lane , TQ2 8NU | 3out of 4 | 743 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Marychurch Church of England Primary and Nursery School Hartop Road , St Marychurch TQ1 4QH | 3out of 4 | 1,612 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Priory Roman Catholic Primary School, Torquay St Catherine's Road , St Marychurch TQ1 4NZ | 2out of 4 | 1,722 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret's Academy Barewell Road , TQ1 4PA | 3out of 4 | 1,782 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Cuthbert Mayne School Trumlands Road , TQ1 4RN | 3out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Academy Cricketfield Road , TQ2 7NU | 3out of 4 | 1,822 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | 4out of 4 | 2,444 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| The Spires College Westlands Lane , TQ1 3PE | 3out of 4 | 2,606 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 2,677 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 | 829 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Combe Pafford School Steps Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NL | 3out of 4 | 886 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mayfield School Moor Lane , Watcombe TQ2 8NH | 3out of 4 | 1,019 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Abbey School Hampton Court , Fore Street TQ1 4PR | - not rated | 1,994 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| EF Academy Torbay EF House, Castle Road , TQ1 3BG | - not rated | 3,309 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torbay Olympic Gymnastics Club (Cafe) | Units 2-3, Parkfield Industrial Estate, Barton Hill Way | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Centre | Lummaton Cross | 598 yd | |
| The Artful Dodger Public House | 304 Teignmouth Road | 1,043 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul's Plaice Fish And Chips | 170 Barton Hill Road | 285 yd | |
| Woks Cook In | 174 Barton Hill Road | 285 yd | |
| Watcombe Chippy | 73 Fore Street | 586 yd | |
| Lucky Chef | 63 Fore Street | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 164-166 Barton Hill Road | 333 yd | |
| The Co-operative Food | 162 Barton Hill Road | 342 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Barton Hill Academy (Closed) BARTON HILL ROAD | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Watcombe Primary School MOOR LANE | grass pitches | 666 yd |
| Acorn Centre LUMMATON CROSS | 730 yd | |
| Combe Pafford School STEPS LANE | grass pitches | 793 yd |
| Barton Downs Playing Field 180D 180D LICHFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Steps Cross Playing Field (Closed) Moor Lane | grass pitches | 887 yd |
| Steps Cross Park Teignmouth Road | grass pitches | 890 yd |
| Mayfield School MOOR LANE | 950 yd | |
| King George V Playing Fields TEIGNMOUTH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,065 yd |
| Torquay Alpine Ski Club LINDISFARNE WAY | ski slopes | 1,088 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.