Nursery Close is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ3 3SE is located in the Roundham with Hyde electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nursery Close, Paignton, TQ3 3SE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ3 3RT, TQ3 3RJ, TQ3 3RP, TQ3 3RN, TQ3 3RS, TQ3 3RF, TQ3 3RQ, TQ3 3RH, TQ3 3RY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ3 3SE, 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 Nursery Close 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.
Nursery Close 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Nursery Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2023-09-27 | £308,247 |
| 7 Nursery Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £216,000 | 2017-04-20 | £288,418 |
| 3 Nursery Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £192,500 | 2014-04-08 | £295,659 |
| 6 Nursery Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2010-04-16 | £302,422 |
| 1 Nursery Close, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2009-02-18 | £329,299 |
TQ3 3SE 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 3SE 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 | 292 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 | 497 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Curledge Street Academy Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | 3out of 4 | 645 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | 3out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldway Primary School Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SY | 4out of 4 | 1,251 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 | 743 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 4,600 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 | 2,281 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 1,309 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| Cambian Devon School Intek House , 52 Borough Road TQ4 7DQ | - not rated | 1,373 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Brunel Academy 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 1,655 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaia Coffee | 39 Winner Street | 361 yd | |
| Hammonds | 67-69 Winner Street | 493 yd | |
| Nepalese Gurkha Restaurant | 77 Winner Street | 493 yd | |
| The Oasis Plant Based Eatery | 66 Palace Avenue | 578 yd | |
| Siam Garden | 30-32 Palace Avenue | 652 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Walls Hop House | 43 Winner Street | 365 yd | |
| The Oldenburg Hotel | 46-48 Winner Street | 526 yd | |
| The Torbay Inn | 34 Fisher Street | 560 yd | |
| Paignton Conservative Club | 34 Palace Avenue | 644 yd | |
| Palace Place Social Club | 1-2 Palace Place | 742 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lung Sing Chinese Takeaway | 33 Elmbank Road | 171 yd | |
| Tang Xuan Chinese Takeaway | 42 St Michaels Road | 410 yd | |
| Kings Chinese Takeaway | 65 Winner Street | 482 yd | |
| Winner Kebab House | 63 Winner Street | 493 yd | |
| Chic O Land | 62 Palace Avenue | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Convenience | 31 St Michaels Road | 482 yd | |
| Tesco | 2-4 Victoria Street | 811 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarket Ltd | Totnes Road | 883 yd | |
| Devon Mini Market | 33-35 Torquay Road | 890 yd | |
| Sebastien’s Foods | 28 Hyde Road | 981 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hayes School HAYES ROAD | grass pitches | 304 yd |
| Tower House School (Closed) Fisher Street | 424 yd | |
| Winners 2000 Fitness Limited (Paignton) (Closed) 6a 6a Dartmouth Road | health and fitness suite | 744 yd |
| Paignton Community & Sports Academy (Waterleat Road) WATERLEAT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 812 yd |
| Queens Park Sports Club QUEENS PARK QUEENS PARK QUEENS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,057 yd |
| Clennon Valley Playing Fields BRANTWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,061 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 | 77.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 87.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 150.59 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 150.59 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.