Addison Road is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ4 5PE is located in the Roundham with Hyde electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Torbay. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Addison Road, Paignton, TQ4 5PE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ4 5PB, TQ4 5PD, TQ4 5PF, TQ3 3RW, TQ3 3RR, TQ4 5PQ, TQ3 3RU, TQ3 3RL, TQ4 5NA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ4 5PE is primarily male, with 53.6% of the population 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 | 51.7% | 46.4% | -5.3% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 48.3% | 53.6% | 5.3% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
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 | 22.9% | 27.7% | 4.8% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 39% | -3.2% | 44.2% | -5.2% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 20.3% | 23.1% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 14.0% |
| Widowed | 12% | 7.2% | -4.8% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.7%) 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 | 36.8% | 42.9% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 25.2% | 26.8% | 1.6% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 23.5% | 19.7% | -3.8% | 12.7% | 7.0% |
| Bad health | 13.2% | 8.3% | -4.9% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 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.
In the area around TQ4 5PE this area, 30.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 | 39.6% | 30.6% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 15% | 3.5% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 14% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 5.2% | -1.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.3% | 14.5% | 8.2% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.1% | 18.1% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -15.7% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97.4% | 94.9% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 94.9% | 94.1% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.6% | 94.1% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.3% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 1.6% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 76.7% | -9.4% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 30.3% | 13.5% | 16.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 44.3% | 46.2% | -1.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Addison Road was 46.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.8% lower than the Clifton with Maidenway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Addison Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 56 local areas in Clifton with Maidenway and the 171st lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.2%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Addison Road, Paignton, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £261,500 | 2023-09-29 | £252,873 |
| 20 Addison Road, Paignton, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-09-30 | £187,600 |
| 5 Addison Road, Paignton, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2020-08-17 | £201,180 |
| 6 Addison Road, Paignton, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £158,500 | 2017-09-08 | £212,999 |
| 2 Addison Road, Paignton, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £148,000 | 2015-05-29 | £221,057 |
TQ4 5PE 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.
| Retired | 53 |
| Full-Time Employee | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 191 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 | 415 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Curledge Street Academy Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | 3out of 4 | 633 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | 3out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselands Primary School Lynmouth Avenue , TQ4 7RQ | 4out of 4 | 1,373 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 | 794 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 4,382 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 | 2,134 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 | 1,354 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 1,427 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Brunel Academy 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 1,764 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 | 484 yd | |
| Hammonds | 67-69 Winner Street | 632 yd | |
| Nepalese Gurkha Restaurant | 77 Winner Street | 633 yd | |
| The Oasis Plant Based Eatery | 66 Palace Avenue | 692 yd | |
| Paignton Zoo | Paignton Zoological & Botanical Gardens Ltd, Totnes Road | 748 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Torbay Inn | 34 Fisher Street | 485 yd | |
| Five Walls Hop House | 43 Winner Street | 489 yd | |
| The Oldenburg Hotel | 46-48 Winner Street | 661 yd | |
| Paignton Conservative Club | 34 Palace Avenue | 743 yd | |
| Palace Place Social Club | 1-2 Palace Place | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lung Sing Chinese Takeaway | 33 Elmbank Road | 165 yd | |
| Tang Xuan Chinese Takeaway | 42 St Michaels Road | 302 yd | |
| Kings Chinese Takeaway | 65 Winner Street | 620 yd | |
| Winner Kebab House | 63 Winner Street | 633 yd | |
| Molly's | West Quay | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Convenience | 31 St Michaels Road | 368 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarket Ltd | Totnes Road | 848 yd | |
| Tesco | 2-4 Victoria Street | 893 yd | |
| Devon Mini Market | 33-35 Torquay Road | 998 yd | |
| Sebastien’s Foods | 28 Hyde Road | 1,059 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hayes School HAYES ROAD | grass pitches | 291 yd |
| Tower House School (Closed) Fisher Street | 385 yd | |
| Winners 2000 Fitness Limited (Paignton) (Closed) 6a 6a Dartmouth Road | health and fitness suite | 819 yd |
| Clennon Valley Playing Fields BRANTWOOD DRIVE | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Paignton Community & Sports Academy (Waterleat Road) WATERLEAT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Torbay Leisure Centre TORBAY LEISURE CENTRE TORBAY LEISURE CENTRE PENWILL WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 960 yd |
| Torbay Velo Park TORBAY VELOPARK TORBAY VELOPARK PENWILL WAY | cycling | 1,044 yd |
| Queens Park Sports Club QUEENS PARK QUEENS PARK QUEENS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,055 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 231.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.