Tamwyn Close is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ3 2RU is located in the Preston electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tamwyn Close, Paignton, TQ3 2RU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ3 2RD, TQ3 2RA, TQ3 2EA, TQ3 2RQ, TQ3 2RE, TQ3 2RR, TQ3 2EY, TQ3 2RT, TQ3 2RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ3 2RU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 55.1% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 4.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 44.9% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -4.1% |
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 | 26.3% | 34% | 7.7% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.3% | 29.3% | -14.0% | 44.2% | -14.9% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 15.5% | 22.8% | 7.3% | 9.1% | 13.7% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 10.2% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 4.1% |
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 | 48.2% | 48.7% | 0.5% | 48.4% | 0.3% |
| Good health | 29.1% | 29.6% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 15% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 5.6% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 26.8% | 18.5% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 13% | 0.6% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 13.4% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.7% | 6.5% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 19.9% | 9.1% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.3% | 25.9% | -0.4% | 33.8% | -7.9% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.8% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 98.6% | 94.7% | -3.9% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 93.6% 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 | 94.5% | 93.6% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 3.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 93.6% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 10.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.9% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 5% | 0% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 20.6% | 13.5% | 7.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.2% | 37.2% | 10.0% |
| Christian | 46.1% | 46.2% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tamwyn Close was 54.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 13.5% lower than the Preston average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Tamwyn Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Preston and the 205th lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Tamwyn Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2019-12-19 | £301,664 |
| 2 Tamwyn Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2019-04-05 | £248,059 |
| 1 Tamwyn Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2018-11-28 | £246,525 |
| 1 Tamwyn Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £166,000 | 2009-10-20 | £275,968 |
| 2 Tamwyn Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, a newly built property | £78,000 | 1997-09-19 | £343,722 |
TQ3 2RU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 2RU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Education | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oldway Primary School Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SY | - not rated | 932 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldway Primary School Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SY | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Primary School Old Paignton Road , Livermead TQ2 6UY | 3out of 4 | 955 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Primary School Old Paignton Road , Livermead TQ2 6UY | - not rated | 955 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | - not rated | 1,065 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 2,800 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Paignton Community and Sports College Waterleat Road , TQ3 3WA | - not rated | 2,800 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 3out of 4 | 3,558 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | - not rated | 3,558 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Torquay Girls Grammar School 30 Shiphay Lane , TQ2 7DY | - not rated | 3,701 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 | 4,433 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brunel School 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | 2out of 4 | 553 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Torbay School 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 554 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brunel Academy 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 554 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , Paignton TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 873 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torbay PRU Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SZ | - not rated | 970 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden Cafe | Preston Baptist Church, Old Torquay Road | 82 yd | |
| The Bright Bean | 319 Torquay Road | 111 yd | |
| Tandoori Nights | 286 Torquay Road | 148 yd | |
| The Four Seasons Cafe | 345 Torquay Road | 157 yd | |
| The Coffee Lounge Paignton | 353 Torquay Road | 241 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Conservative Club | 299 Torquay Road | 111 yd | |
| The Old Manor Inn | 10 Old Torquay Road | 214 yd | |
| 8 Ball Bar & Sports | 3 Manor Corner, Manor Road | 358 yd | |
| Ship Inn | 26 Manor Road | 365 yd | |
| Oatlands Club | 37 Woodland Park | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torbay Thai Takeaway | 58 Old Torquay Road | 79 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 288-290 Torquay Road | 148 yd | |
| London Fryer | 6 Seaway Road | 234 yd | |
| Golden Sands | 247 Torquay Road | 256 yd | |
| Ocean Wild Fish Bar | 1c Old Torquay Road | 292 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Pembroke House, 266-268 Torquay Road | 187 yd | |
| Londis | 376 Torquay Road | 478 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 18 Roundhill Road | 1,047 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Preston Gym (Closed) Seaway Road | health and fitness suite | 299 yd |
| Torbay Indoor Bowls Association TORQUAY ROAD | indoor bowls | 505 yd |
| Torbay School TORQUAY ROAD | 551 yd | |
| Oldway Public Park (Closed) Torquay Road | tennis courts | 615 yd |
| Parkfield COLIN ROAD | cycling | 692 yd |
| St Paul'S Church Hall Torquay Road | 848 yd | |
| Oldway Primary School HIGHER POLSHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 888 yd |
| Preston Primary School OLD PAIGNTON ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 959 yd |
| Genisis Health Suite THE PALACE THE PALACE ESPLANADE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,027 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.