Broadsands Road is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ4 6HG is located in the Churston with Galmpton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Totnes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broadsands Road, Paignton, TQ4 6HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ4 6HQ, TQ4 6JZ, TQ4 6JX, TQ4 6FA, TQ4 6HH, TQ4 6JU, TQ4 6LA, TQ4 6HN, TQ4 6JY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ4 6HG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.1% | 50.7% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 47.9% | 49.3% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 6HG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.6% 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 | 18% | 20.5% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 61.6% | 1.8% | 44.2% | 17.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 8.5% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 7.8% | -4.7% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 37.3% | 40.7% | 3.4% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 32% | -7.1% | 33.6% | -1.6% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 17.8% | 2.7% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 6.9% | -0.5% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.5% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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 | 21.5% | 18.6% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.7% | 10.1% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 12.8% | -0.9% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 14.7% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.1% | 34.9% | 6.8% | 33.8% | 1.1% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.3% | -4.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.9% | 100% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 97.5% | 98.6% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 98.6% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 0.4% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.9% | 76.7% | 10.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.2% | 37.2% | -4.0% |
| Christian | 59.9% | 46.2% | 13.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broadsands Road was 57.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 4.4% lower than the Churston with Galmpton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broadsands Road has the 40th lowest crime rate of 85 local areas in Churston with Galmpton and the 223rd lowest crime rate of 468 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Broadsands Road, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2025-02-28 | £551,408 |
| 17 Broadsands Road, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £492,000 | 2024-08-16 | £491,466 |
| 19 Broadsands Road, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £501,000 | 2024-01-17 | £486,731 |
| 27 Broadsands Road, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £680,000 | 2023-08-09 | £642,998 |
| 33 Broadsands Road, Paignton, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £825,000 | 2022-09-28 | £767,500 |
TQ4 6HG 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 6HG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 48% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 126 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galmpton Church of England Primary School Greenway Road , Galmpton TQ5 0LT | 4out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Galmpton Church of England Primary School Greenway Road , Galmpton TQ5 0LT | - not rated | 1,149 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| White Rock Primary School Davies Avenue , TQ4 7AW | 3out of 4 | 1,546 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselands Primary School Lynmouth Avenue , TQ4 7RQ | 3out of 4 | 2,632 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roselands Primary School Lynmouth Avenue , TQ4 7RQ | - not rated | 2,632 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | - not rated | 842 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Paignton Academy Waterleat Road , TQ3 3WA | - not rated | 3,902 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Paignton Community and Sports College Waterleat Road , TQ3 3WA | - not rated | 3,902 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixham College Higher Ranscombe Road , TQ5 9HF | 2out of 4 | 4,114 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 | 2,645 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clennon Valley C.O.YMCA Dartmouth Road , TQ4 6NX | - not rated | 2,268 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gramercy Hall School Churston Ferrers , TQ5 0HR | - not rated | 2,484 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Greylands School Belle Vue Road , St Briavel's TQ4 6ES | - not rated | 3,473 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower House School Fisher Street , TQ4 5EW | - not rated | 3,592 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Devon School Intek House , 52 Borough Road TQ4 7DQ | - not rated | 3,754 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squires Restaurant | 3 Churston Broadway, Dartmouth Road | 458 yd | |
| Rowcroft Charity Shop & Tea Rooms | 9 Churston Broadway, Dartmouth Road | 458 yd | |
| McDonald's Restaurants | Brixham Road | 559 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Churston Golf Club | Dartmouth Road | 587 yd | |
| The Manor Inn | 2 Stoke Gabriel Road | 939 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K'ohana | Broadsands Road (Broadsands Beach Car Park) | 490 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Churston Golf Club DARTMOUTH ROAD | golf | 594 yd |
| Galmpton Memorial Playing Fields SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND GREENWAY ROAD | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School GREENWAY ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 842 yd |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Playing Fields BROADWAY BROADWAY DARTMOUTH ROAD | grass pitches | 917 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 | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 7.7% |
| Median download speed | 23.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 28 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 57.4 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 3.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.89 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.