Penwill Way is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ4 5JN is located in the Goodrington with Roselands electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penwill Way, Paignton, TQ4 5JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ4 5HY, TQ4 5HX, TQ4 5JW, TQ4 5HD, TQ4 5HE, TQ4 5HU, TQ4 5HP, TQ4 5HF, TQ4 5JP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ4 5JN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.5% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.5% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 TQ4 5JN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.9% 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 | 20.7% | 22% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.8% | 54.9% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 10.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.8% | 10.4% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 6.4% | 8.2% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 36.8% | 41.6% | 4.8% | 48.4% | -6.8% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 40.6% | 0.5% | 33.6% | 7.0% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 14.7% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 15.6% | -10.7% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 8.1% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.2% | 13.7% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.6% | 11.9% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 6.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 16.7% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.1% | 32.6% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -1.2% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.5% | -3.3% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.5% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 95.5% 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 | 96.8% | 95.5% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 95.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.7% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 76.7% | 14.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 7.7% | 13.5% | -5.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% |
| Christian | 64.5% | 46.2% | 18.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penwill Way was 20.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.4% lower than the Churston with Galmpton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Penwill Way has the 12th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Churston with Galmpton and the 71st lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -11.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103B Penwill Way, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2024-08-07 | £533,839 |
| 113 Penwill Way, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £346,000 | 2022-05-16 | £340,814 |
| 113 Penwill Way, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2021-09-30 | £327,791 |
| 117 Penwill Way, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £266,950 | 2021-06-29 | £297,329 |
| 103B Penwill Way, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £459,950 | 2021-06-11 | £512,293 |
TQ4 5JN 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 TQ4 5JN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 133 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England Academy C/O Lal Language School , Conway Road , TQ4 5LH | - not rated | 654 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayes School Hayes Road , TQ4 5PJ | 2out of 4 | 749 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Curledge Street Academy Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | 3out of 4 | 878 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselands Primary School Lynmouth Avenue , TQ4 7RQ | 4out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | 3out of 4 | 1,687 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 | 1,309 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 3,746 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 | 1,928 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 | 1,648 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 1,809 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Brunel Academy 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 2,095 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torbay Leisure Centre | Penwill Way | 304 yd | |
| Cantina Kitchen and Bar | Youngs Park Road | 624 yd | |
| Hoburne (Devon Bay) | Grange Court Hoburne Ltd, Grange Road | 630 yd | |
| Splashdown @ Quay West | Tanners Road | 680 yd | |
| The Sea Shack | Cliff Park Road | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Torbay Inn | 34 Fisher Street | 680 yd | |
| Inn On The Quay | Tanners Road | 731 yd | |
| Torbay Golf Centre | Torbay Golf Centre Ltd, Grange Road | 831 yd | |
| Waterside Inn | 128 Dartmouth Road | 1,022 yd | |
| Five Walls Hop House | 43 Winner Street | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Molly's | West Quay | 610 yd | |
| Tang Xuan Chinese Takeaway | 42 St Michaels Road | 615 yd | |
| Lung Sing Chinese Takeaway | 33 Elmbank Road | 771 yd | |
| Alan's Cantonese Takeaway | 109 Dartmouth Road | 1,045 yd | |
| Jade Palace | 119 Dartmouth Road | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Convenience | 31 St Michaels Road | 587 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clennon Valley Playing Fields BRANTWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 235 yd |
| Torbay Leisure Centre TORBAY LEISURE CENTRE TORBAY LEISURE CENTRE PENWILL WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 320 yd |
| Torbay Velo Park TORBAY VELOPARK TORBAY VELOPARK PENWILL WAY | cycling | 381 yd |
| Ymca (South Devon) DARTMOUTH ROAD | 657 yd | |
| Splashdown Quaywest TANNERS ROAD | swimming pool | 680 yd |
| Tower House School (Closed) Fisher Street | 739 yd | |
| Torbay Golf Centre GOLF CENTRE GOLF CENTRE GRANGE ROAD | golf | 828 yd |
| Hayes School HAYES ROAD | grass pitches | 872 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 | 97.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 97.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 97.5% |
| 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 | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 91.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.