Roselands Drive is in Paignton and in Torbay district. TQ4 7RB 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 Roselands Drive, Paignton, TQ4 7RB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ4 7BX, TQ4 7RA, TQ4 7RD, TQ4 7BS, TQ4 7EB, TQ4 7BA, TQ4 7EH, TQ4 7EF, TQ4 7BY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ4 7RB 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 | 50.1% | 50.7% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.9% | 49.3% | -0.6% | 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 7RB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% 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 | 26.3% | 29.7% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -8.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 54.8% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 8.3% | 2.4% | 9.1% | -0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 5.2% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.9% | 46.6% | -0.3% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 39.3% | 36.5% | -2.8% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 12% | 11.6% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 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.
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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.8% | 14.5% | -6.3% | 18.2% | -3.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 12.8% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.8% | 17.2% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 8.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 23.1% | 10.6% | 16.9% | 6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 21.7% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.1% | 95.5% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 95.6% | 94.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 1.8% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 94.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 0% | -3.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.6% | 76.7% | 6.9% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Central Asia | 1.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Roselands Drive was 43.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.4% lower than the Churston with Galmpton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Roselands Drive has the 28th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Churston with Galmpton and the 160th lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 54 Roselands Drive, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2025-07-04 | £238,794 |
| 54 Roselands Drive, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2025-03-27 | £262,222 |
| 70 Roselands Drive, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £289,950 | 2023-09-11 | £281,888 |
| 62 Roselands Drive, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2021-04-01 | £269,223 |
| 66 Roselands Drive, Paignton, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2020-12-18 | £265,575 |
TQ4 7RB 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 107 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Human health and social work activities | 37 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roselands Primary School Lynmouth Avenue , TQ4 7RQ | 4out of 4 | 424 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hayes School Hayes Road , TQ4 5PJ | 2out of 4 | 1,247 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| White Rock Primary School Davies Avenue , TQ4 7AW | 3out of 4 | 1,490 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Collaton St Mary Church of England Primary School Blagdon Road , TQ3 3YA | 3out of 4 | 1,668 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Michael's Church of England Academy C/O Lal Language School , Conway Road , TQ4 5LH | - not rated | 1,743 yd | Free schools | 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 | 1,125 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 3,683 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 | 768 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 | 749 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Preston Bridge School 1 Lower Polsham Road , TQ3 2AF | - not rated | 2,831 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | More About School | |
| The Brunel Academy 170b Torquay Road , TQ3 2AL | - not rated | 3,170 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Devon College | South Devon College, Long Road | 652 yd | |
| The Range Coffee Shop | Unit 1, Devonshire Retail Park | 700 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 7 Devonshire Retail Park | 773 yd | |
| Paignton Zoo | Paignton Zoological & Botanical Gardens Ltd, Totnes Road | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Devon School of Gymnastics | Unit 2, Alders Way | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Borough Close | 605 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Brixham Road | 653 yd | |
| WM Morrison Supermarket Ltd | Totnes Road | 792 yd | |
| Lidl | Waddeton Close | 994 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | J Sainsbury Plc, Yalberton Road | 1,002 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Roselands Primary School LYNMOUTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 313 yd |
| Winners 2000 Fitness Limited (Paignton) (Closed) Modus Business Park Modus Business Park Brixham Road | health and fitness suite | 562 yd |
| White Rock 3G Pitch (North Site) PENNS PENNS WADDETON ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 713 yd |
| South Devon College Long Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 761 yd |
| Winners 2000 Fitness Limited (Paignton) ASPEN WAY | health and fitness suite | 988 yd |
| Paignton Community & Sports Academy (Borough Road) BOROUGH ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,032 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 146.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.