Cliff Road is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ4 6DQ 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 Cliff Road, Paignton, TQ4 6DQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ4 6DH, TQ4 6DG, TQ4 6DJ, TQ4 6DL, TQ4 6DX, TQ4 6DE, TQ4 6DW, TQ4 6DD, TQ4 6DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ4 6DQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.4% 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 | 58.6% | 55.4% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 4.4% |
| Male | 41.4% | 44.6% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -4.4% |
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 | 16.7% | 21.3% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.6% | 45.3% | 5.7% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 4.7% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 10.2% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 1.1% |
| Widowed | 25.6% | 18.1% | -7.5% | 6.1% | 12.0% |
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 (66.7%) 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 | 27.9% | 32.8% | 4.9% | 48.4% | -15.6% |
| Good health | 29.9% | 33.9% | 4.0% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 24.3% | 23.6% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 10.9% |
| Bad health | 14.7% | 6.6% | -8.1% | 4.0% | 2.6% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 3% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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 6DQ this area, 30.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 30.8% | 2.2% | 18.2% | 12.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 6.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 16.6% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 5.5% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 12.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22% | 24.5% | 2.5% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 9.7% | 3.6% | -6.1% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.2% 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 | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 98.2% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 16.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94.5% 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 | 94.8% | 94.5% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.7% | -1.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 94.5% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 11.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 4.1% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0.4% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17% | 13.5% | 3.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 57.2% | 46.2% | 11.0% |
| Not answered | 4.4% | 6.0% | -1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cliff Road was 169.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 142.7% higher than the Clifton with Maidenway average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cliff Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Clifton with Maidenway and the 66th highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Cliff House Cliff Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-12-11 | £336,800 |
| 3 Cliff House Cliff Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £279,950 | 2022-09-09 | £251,252 |
| 10 Cliff House Cliff Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2021-02-26 | £260,683 |
| 18 Cliff House Cliff Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2018-05-23 | £207,512 |
| 16 Cliff House Cliff Road, Paignton, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2016-12-09 | £188,000 |
TQ4 6DQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 6DQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 120 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curledge Street Academy Curledge Street , TQ4 5BA | 3out of 4 | 1,049 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 | 1,176 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic School Cecil Road , TQ3 2SH | 3out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oldway Primary School Higher Polsham Road , TQ3 2SY | 4out of 4 | 1,556 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayes School Hayes Road , TQ4 5PJ | 2out of 4 | 1,761 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 | 2,374 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 4,318 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Torquay Boys' Grammar School Shiphay Manor Drive , TQ2 7EL | 4out of 4 | 5,423 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 | 3,245 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 | 1,411 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Brunel Academy 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 1,480 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Devon School Intek House , 52 Borough Road TQ4 7DQ | - not rated | 2,893 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Eat That Frog C.I.C 91 Union Street , TQ1 3DG | - not rated | 4,785 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| EF Academy Torbay EF House, Castle Road , TQ1 3BG | - not rated | 4,833 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TJ's | 44 Cliff Road | 256 yd | |
| Pelican Cafe | 61 Roundham Road | 369 yd | |
| Rickshaw Boy | 53 Roundham Road | 369 yd | |
| Harbour Light Restaurant | North Quay, Roundham Road | 383 yd | |
| Molloney's Ices | 62 Roundham Road | 415 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paignton Sea Anglers Assoc | 26 Cliff Road | 140 yd | |
| Paignton Amateur Rowing Club | South Quay | 194 yd | |
| The Paignton Club | 1 Esplanade Road | 609 yd | |
| Paignton Cricket Club | Queens Road | 732 yd | |
| Paignton Rugby Club | Queens Road | 732 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taylors | Refreshment Kiosk, 2 The Esplanade | 489 yd | |
| Taylor's kiosk | Kiosk 2 | 742 yd | |
| Coffee 'n' Cone | 56 Torbay Road | 770 yd | |
| FnB's | 30 Torbay Road | 799 yd | |
| The Local Gastro Bar and Grill | 30 Torbay Road | 799 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Proper Shop | 69 Torbay Road | 812 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queens Park Sports Club QUEENS PARK QUEENS PARK QUEENS ROAD | grass pitches | 762 yd |
| Splashdown Quaywest TANNERS ROAD | swimming pool | 932 yd |
| Genisis Health Suite THE PALACE THE PALACE ESPLANADE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,065 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 | 3.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 3.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 3.8% |
| 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 | 96.2% |
| Median download speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 19.01 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 19.01 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1.17 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.