TQ3 1LH is in Moss Hall Grove, Paignton and Torbay district. TQ3 1LH is located in the Preston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Moss Hall Grove, Paignton, TQ3 1LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ3 1QG, TQ3 1QF, TQ3 1PY, TQ3 2LP, TQ3 2LR, TQ3 2LS, TQ3 1PZ, TQ3 1LN, TQ3 1QQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ3 1LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.9% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.1% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 TQ3 1LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.3% 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 | 23.7% | 20.9% | -2.8% | 37.9% | -17.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60% | 61.3% | 1.3% | 44.2% | 17.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 0.3% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 9.8% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 7.7% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 49.1% | 51.9% | 2.8% | 48.4% | 3.5% |
| Good health | 31% | 30.6% | -0.4% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 13.4% | -1.5% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 19.3% | 15% | -4.3% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.6% | 8.7% | -5.9% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 10.5% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.7% | 8.7% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 15% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.8% | 38.8% | 8.0% | 33.8% | 5.0% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.5% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97% | 97.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 97.6% | 93.8% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.1% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 93.5% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.5% | 37.2% | 3.3% |
| Christian | 56% | 46.2% | 9.8% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around TQ3 1LH was 11.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.3% lower than the Preston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
TQ3 1LH has the 5th lowest crime rate of 31 local areas in Preston and the 31st lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.8%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Southfield Avenue, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2025-08-05 | £502,181 |
| 41 Southfield Avenue, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2024-03-08 | £240,261 |
| Flat 2 Handley Court, 29 Southfield Avenue, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £191,000 | 2022-12-19 | £165,458 |
| 35 Southfield Avenue, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2022-02-18 | £417,265 |
| Flat 2 Handley Court, 29 Southfield Avenue, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2021-09-30 | £160,364 |
TQ3 1LH 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 TQ3 1LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldway Primary School Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SY | - not rated | 516 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldway Primary School Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SY | 3out of 4 | 516 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | - not rated | 650 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | 3out of 4 | 650 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Curledge Street Academy Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,465 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paignton Academy Waterleat Road , TQ3 3WA | - not rated | 2,163 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Paignton Community and Sports College Waterleat Road , TQ3 3WA | - not rated | 2,163 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 3out of 4 | 3,919 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | - not rated | 3,919 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | - not rated | 4,105 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Devon College Vantage Point , Long Road TQ4 7EJ | - not rated | 3,924 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Torbay PRU Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SZ | - not rated | 551 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torhill @ the Polsham Centre 25 Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SZ | - not rated | 551 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunel School 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | 2out of 4 | 557 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , Paignton TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 627 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torbay School 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 653 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Baps | 30-32 Manor Road | 638 yd | |
| East in the West | 75 Torquay Road | 827 yd | |
| The Bright Bean | 319 Torquay Road | 828 yd | |
| Garden Cafe | Preston Baptist Church, Old Torquay Road | 847 yd | |
| Tandoori Nights | 286 Torquay Road | 877 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oatlands Club | 37 Woodland Park | 586 yd | |
| 8 Ball Bar & Sports | 3 Manor Corner, Manor Road | 617 yd | |
| The Old Manor Inn | 10 Old Torquay Road | 650 yd | |
| Ship Inn | 26 Manor Road | 713 yd | |
| Preston Conservative Club | 299 Torquay Road | 828 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oldway Tearooms | Oldway Mansion, Torquay Road | 327 yd | |
| Ocean Wild Fish Bar | 1c Old Torquay Road | 571 yd | |
| KFC | Borough Road | 587 yd | |
| Nads Baps | 36 Upper Manor Road | 590 yd | |
| House Of Wong | 118 Torquay Road | 594 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Pembroke House, 266-268 Torquay Road | 814 yd | |
| K A Mini Market | 10 Hyde Road | 974 yd | |
| Devon Mini Market | 33-35 Torquay Road | 1,015 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oldway Public Park (Closed) Torquay Road | tennis courts | 453 yd |
| Torbay Indoor Bowls Association TORQUAY ROAD | indoor bowls | 453 yd |
| Oldway Primary School HIGHER POLSHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 489 yd |
| Torbay School TORQUAY ROAD | 556 yd | |
| St Paul'S Church Hall Torquay Road | 595 yd | |
| Victoria Park THE OLD BAKERY REAR OF 17 THE OLD BAKERY REAR OF 17 HYDE ROAD | tennis courts | 900 yd |
| Parkfield COLIN ROAD | cycling | 935 yd |
| Preston Gym (Closed) Seaway Road | health and fitness suite | 1,040 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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 | 63.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 227.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.