Totnes Road is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ3 3SB 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 Totnes Road, Paignton, TQ3 3SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ4 5XW, TQ4 5XY, TQ3 3UQ, TQ3 3UH, TQ4 5PL, TQ3 3RZ, TQ3 3UN, TQ3 3JX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ3 3SB, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 55.6% | 53.8% | -1.8% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 44.4% | 46.2% | 1.8% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 20.8% | 26.8% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -11.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 41.4% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -2.8% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 11.6% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 2.5% |
| Widowed | 22.8% | 17.8% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 11.7% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (65.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.5% | 35.6% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -12.8% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 29.8% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 25.3% | 5.4% | 12.7% | 12.6% |
| Bad health | 9.5% | 7.9% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 3.9% |
| Very bad health | 10% | 1.4% | -8.6% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 18.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41% | 27% | -14.0% | 18.2% | 8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.6% | 14% | 4.4% | 9.6% | 4.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.2% | 14% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 9.4% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 12.1% | 2.5% | 16.9% | -4.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 18% | 18.1% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 3.9% | 5.4% | 1.5% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| White | 97.8% | 96% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 97.1% | 94.4% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 94.4% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.7% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 21.6% | 13.5% | 8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.6% | 37.2% | 0.4% |
| Christian | 49% | 46.2% | 2.8% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 12.3% | 6.0% | 6.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Totnes Road was 166.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 138.3% higher than the Clifton with Maidenway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Totnes Road has the 12th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Clifton with Maidenway and the 68th highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 20.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peacock Lodge Totnes Road, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2014-02-26 | £452,203 |
| Primley Woods Cottage Totnes Road, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2008-06-27 | £490,164 |
| Peacock Lodge Totnes Road, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2003-01-02 | £499,765 |
| Peacock Lodge Totnes Road, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2001-06-11 | £508,552 |
| Primley Woods Cottage Totnes Road, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £92,000 | 1996-01-31 | £467,624 |
TQ3 3SB 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 3SB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 167 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hayes School Hayes Road , TQ4 5PJ | 2out of 4 | 480 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 | 1,010 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Curledge Street Academy Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,172 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Ash Academy Pimm Road , TQ3 3XA | 2out of 4 | 1,310 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School Blagdon Road , TQ3 3YA | 3out of 4 | 1,426 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 240 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 4,712 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | 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 | 2,061 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 | 920 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 1,728 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Brunel Academy 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 2,078 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 | 272 yd | |
| Gaia Coffee | 39 Winner Street | 846 yd | |
| Nepalese Gurkha Restaurant | 77 Winner Street | 941 yd | |
| Hammonds | 67-69 Winner Street | 942 yd | |
| The Oasis Plant Based Eatery | 66 Palace Avenue | 1,046 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Walls Hop House | 43 Winner Street | 849 yd | |
| The Oldenburg Hotel | 46-48 Winner Street | 976 yd | |
| The Torbay Inn | 34 Fisher Street | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lung Sing Chinese Takeaway | 33 Elmbank Road | 684 yd | |
| Tang Xuan Chinese Takeaway | 42 St Michaels Road | 909 yd | |
| Kings Chinese Takeaway | 65 Winner Street | 934 yd | |
| Winner Kebab House | 63 Winner Street | 941 yd | |
| Golden Lily Chinese | 137 Winner Street | 1,030 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarket Ltd | Totnes Road | 513 yd | |
| Central Convenience | 31 St Michaels Road | 979 yd | |
| Asda | Borough Close | 1,027 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Paignton Community & Sports Academy (Waterleat Road) WATERLEAT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 287 yd |
| Hayes School HAYES ROAD | grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Paignton Community & Sports Academy (Borough Road) BOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 893 yd |
| Tower House School (Closed) Fisher Street | 948 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 | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 16.7% |
| 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.