Clifton Close is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ3 3LR is located in the Clifton with Maidenway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clifton Close, Paignton, TQ3 3LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ3 3QQ, TQ3 3LS, TQ3 3QE, TQ3 3JZ, TQ3 3QG, TQ3 3JY, TQ3 3QH, TQ3 3LB, TQ3 3QB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ3 3LR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 55.3% | 52.1% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 44.7% | 47.9% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 3LR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 24.2% | 27.5% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -10.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58% | 55.4% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 8.8% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 6.4% | -1.9% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 44.1% | 42.1% | -2.0% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 35.9% | -2.6% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 11.2% | 14.8% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.9% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 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.
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 20.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 29.9% | 21.4% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 13.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 12.3% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 11.9% | 8.5% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 17.9% | 6.5% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.2% | 20.6% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -13.2% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.9% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97.2% | 96.5% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 96.5% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81% | 76.7% | 4.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.6% | 37.2% | 5.4% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clifton Close was 20.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 70.5% lower than the Clifton with Maidenway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Clifton Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Clifton with Maidenway and the 70th lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Clifton Close, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £279,000 | 2024-07-12 | £280,785 |
| 7 Clifton Close, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2024-01-24 | £288,472 |
| 16 Clifton Close, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2022-08-04 | £288,230 |
| 5 Clifton Close, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2022-02-25 | £259,289 |
| 16 Clifton Close, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £284,950 | 2021-10-27 | £312,782 |
TQ3 3LR 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 TQ3 3LR area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayes School Hayes Road , TQ4 5PJ | 2out of 4 | 808 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Ash Academy Pimm Road , TQ3 3XA | 2out of 4 | 874 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Academy C/O Lal Language School , Conway Road , TQ4 5LH | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Curledge Street Academy Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,179 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | 3out of 4 | 1,226 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 | 3out of 4 | 671 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 5,156 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 5,352 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 2,545 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Devon School Intek House , 52 Borough Road TQ4 7DQ | - not rated | 1,325 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 1,451 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Brunel Academy 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 1,789 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paignton Zoo | Paignton Zoological & Botanical Gardens Ltd, Totnes Road | 740 yd | |
| Gaia Coffee | 39 Winner Street | 782 yd | |
| Nepalese Gurkha Restaurant | 77 Winner Street | 800 yd | |
| Hammonds | 67-69 Winner Street | 801 yd | |
| Honeymoon Restaurant | 31 Church Street | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Walls Hop House | 43 Winner Street | 783 yd | |
| The Oldenburg Hotel | 46-48 Winner Street | 829 yd | |
| Palace Place Social Club | 1-2 Palace Place | 962 yd | |
| Paignton Conservative Club | 34 Palace Avenue | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trawlers Fish and Chips | 107 Foxhole Road | 638 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 29 Colley End Road | 786 yd | |
| Winner Kebab House | 63 Winner Street | 800 yd | |
| Kings Chinese Takeaway | 65 Winner Street | 800 yd | |
| Lung Sing Chinese Takeaway | 33 Elmbank Road | 815 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 118 Foxhole Road | 788 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarket Ltd | Totnes Road | 990 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Paignton Community & Sports Academy (Waterleat Road) WATERLEAT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 640 yd |
| Hayes School HAYES ROAD | grass pitches | 706 yd |
| Foxhole Infants School (Closed) Fernicombe Road | grass pitches | 850 yd |
| Tower House School (Closed) Fisher Street | 1,024 yd | |
| Foxhole Community Centre 11 BROOKMAN COURT 11 BROOKMAN COURT SMALLCOMBE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,051 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 | 50.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 226.56 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 226.56 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40.11 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.