Adelphi Road is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ4 6AR 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 Adelphi Road, Paignton, TQ4 6AR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ4 6AW, TQ4 6EB, TQ4 6AT, TQ4 6EG, TQ4 6BP, TQ4 6EU, TQ4 6EJ, TQ4 6JS, TQ4 6JT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TQ4 6AR has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 51.2% | 47.7% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 48.8% | 52.3% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 31.1% | 36.1% | 5.0% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 35.2% | 33.3% | -1.9% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 15.2% | 17.5% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 8.4% |
| Widowed | 14.8% | 10% | -4.8% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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%) 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 | 24.8% | 27.5% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -20.9% |
| Good health | 41.7% | 37.5% | -4.2% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 27.6% | 25.9% | -1.7% | 12.7% | 13.2% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 6.5% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.6% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 6AR this area, 28.6% 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 18.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34% | 28.6% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 15.9% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 16.6% | 1.4% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 4.5% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 13.1% | 1.6% | 16.9% | -3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 18.6% | 3.8% | 33.8% | -15.2% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.8% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 89.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 89.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| European Union | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 90.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 6.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.3% | 76.7% | -9.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 28.5% | 13.5% | 15.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Sikh | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Adelphi Road was 374.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 454.6% higher than the Clifton with Maidenway average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Adelphi Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Clifton with Maidenway and the 24th highest crime rate of 468 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 172.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Adelphi Mansions Adelphi Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2024-07-10 | £135,538 |
| 7 Adelphi Mansions Adelphi Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2024-06-28 | £241,549 |
| 1 Adelphi Mansions Adelphi Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2022-12-21 | £209,638 |
| 3 Adelphi Mansions Adelphi Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2019-10-31 | £261,121 |
| 7 Adelphi Mansions Adelphi Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2019-05-30 | £172,295 |
TQ4 6AR area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 10% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in TQ4 6AR 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 | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 51 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curledge Street Academy Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | 3out of 4 | 553 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Curledge Street Primary School Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | - not rated | 553 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Academy Fisher Street , TQ4 5EW | 3out of 4 | 754 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | - not rated | 931 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | 3out of 4 | 931 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 | - not rated | 1,935 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Paignton Community and Sports College Waterleat Road , TQ3 3WA | - not rated | 1,935 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 3out of 4 | 4,601 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | - not rated | 4,601 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 3out of 4 | 5,148 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Boys | 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 | 3,092 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Garage 19 Torbay Road , TQ4 6AA | - not rated | 251 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greylands School Belle Vue Road , St Briavel's TQ4 6ES | - not rated | 289 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower House School Fisher Street , TQ4 5EW | - not rated | 704 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , Paignton TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 910 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torbay PRU Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SZ | - not rated | 1,005 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Scala Trattoria | 26-28 Queens Road | 92 yd | |
| Chandlers | 22a Torbay Road | 179 yd | |
| Cafe Verde | 36 Sands Road | 195 yd | |
| Players | 55 Torbay Road | 197 yd | |
| The Local Thai | 75 Torbay Road | 197 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Paignton Club | 1 Esplanade Road | 73 yd | |
| Paignton Cricket Club | Queens Road | 92 yd | |
| Paignton Rugby Club | Queens Road | 92 yd | |
| Talk Of The Town | 42-52 Torbay Road | 138 yd | |
| Paignton Torbay Bowling Club | Queens Park Road | 196 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coffee 'n' Cone | 56 Torbay Road | 141 yd | |
| FnB's | 30 Torbay Road | 146 yd | |
| The Local Gastro Bar and Grill | 30 Torbay Road | 146 yd | |
| Taylors | Refreshment Kiosk, 2 The Esplanade | 193 yd | |
| Mediterraneo | 12 Torbay Road | 216 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proper Shop | 69 Torbay Road | 207 yd | |
| Sebastien’s Foods | 28 Hyde Road | 466 yd | |
| Tesco | 2-4 Victoria Street | 508 yd | |
| K A Mini Market | 10 Hyde Road | 601 yd | |
| Devon Mini Market | 33-35 Torquay Road | 613 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queens Park Sports Club QUEENS PARK QUEENS PARK QUEENS ROAD | grass pitches | 85 yd |
| Winners 2000 Fitness Limited (Paignton) (Closed) 6a 6a Dartmouth Road | health and fitness suite | 510 yd |
| Genisis Health Suite THE PALACE THE PALACE ESPLANADE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 567 yd |
| Victoria Park THE OLD BAKERY REAR OF 17 THE OLD BAKERY REAR OF 17 HYDE ROAD | tennis courts | 637 yd |
| Tower House School (Closed) Fisher Street | 726 yd | |
| Parkfield COLIN ROAD | cycling | 912 yd |
| St Paul'S Church Hall Torquay Road | 942 yd | |
| Oldway Primary School HIGHER POLSHAM ROAD | grass pitches, swimming pool | 1,050 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 | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.6 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.99 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.