Kings Ash Road is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ3 3TX is located in the Clifton with Maidenway electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Totnes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kings Ash Road, Paignton, TQ3 3TX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ3 3UE, TQ3 3TS, TQ3 3TU, TQ3 3UF, TQ3 3TT, TQ3 3UG, TQ3 3UB, TQ3 3TR, TQ3 3UJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TQ3 3TX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 49.6% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 47.7% | 50.4% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 25.9% | 34.1% | 8.2% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.2% | 42.1% | -10.1% | 44.2% | -2.1% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 10.3% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.2% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 11.2% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 5.1% |
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 | 38.3% | 40.2% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 32.5% | -0.2% | 33.6% | -1.1% |
| Fair health | 18.8% | 16.9% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7.9% | 8% | 0.1% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.9% | 23% | -9.9% | 18.2% | 4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.7% | 14.6% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 14.6% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 12.2% | 7.8% | 5.3% | 6.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 16% | 5.0% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 19.7% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.8% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.8% 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 | 97.4% | 96.8% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 96.8% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.6% | 37.2% | 8.4% |
| Christian | 44% | 46.2% | -2.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kings Ash Road was 64.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.2% higher than the Churston with Galmpton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kings Ash Road has the 41st highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Churston with Galmpton and the 229th highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Kings Ash Road, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £194,000 | 2025-09-19 | £194,000 |
| 85 Kings Ash Road, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-03-28 | £183,301 |
| 135 Kings Ash Road, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2024-03-11 | £203,668 |
| 123 Kings Ash Road, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2024-02-15 | £183,752 |
| 101 Kings Ash Road, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2024-02-12 | £205,964 |
TQ3 3TX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 3TX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Ash Academy Pimm Road , TQ3 3XA | 2out of 4 | 961 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayes School Hayes Road , TQ4 5PJ | 2out of 4 | 1,028 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School Blagdon Road , TQ3 3YA | 3out of 4 | 1,031 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Academy C/O Lal Language School , Conway Road , TQ4 5LH | - not rated | 1,515 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Curledge Street Academy Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,635 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 | 517 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 5,163 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 | 2,307 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 | 955 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 1,987 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Brunel Academy 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 2,323 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 | 618 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cattlemans at The Parkers Arms | 343-347 Totnes Road | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trawlers Fish and Chips | 107 Foxhole Road | 867 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| WM Morrison Supermarket Ltd | Totnes Road | 825 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 118 Foxhole Road | 1,058 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Paignton Community & Sports Academy (Waterleat Road) WATERLEAT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 410 yd |
| Paignton Community & Sports Academy (Borough Road) BOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 767 yd |
| Foxhole Infants School (Closed) Fernicombe Road | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| Hayes School HAYES ROAD | grass pitches | 901 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.