Summerlands Close is in Brixham and in Torbay district. TQ5 0EA is located in the Furzeham with Summercombe electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Totnes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Summerlands Close, Brixham, TQ5 0EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ5 0EF, TQ5 0DY, TQ5 0SJ, TQ5 0DH, TQ5 0DQ, TQ5 0RX, TQ5 0RE, TQ5 0DL, TQ5 0DZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ5 0EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.4% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 48.6% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 21.1% | 28.1% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.1% | 48.2% | -7.9% | 44.2% | 4.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 10.7% | 0.2% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.1% | 41.4% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -7.0% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 34.8% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 1.2% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 16.9% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 5.9% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 17.1% | -6.5% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 15.9% | 2.8% | 9.6% | 6.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 18.7% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 6.7% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 17.9% | 4.0% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 22.2% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.6% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 99% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 95.9% | 97.2% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 95.6% | 96.9% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.3% | 37.2% | -0.9% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Summerlands Close was 28.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.0% lower than the Furzeham with Summercombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Summerlands Close has the 19th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Furzeham with Summercombe and the 103rd lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Summerlands Close, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £293,500 | 2023-04-11 | £286,476 |
| 36 Summerlands Close, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £308,000 | 2022-08-15 | £294,200 |
| 16 Summerlands Close, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2022-07-08 | £265,238 |
| 17 Summerlands Close, Brixham, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £269,950 | 2021-07-16 | £306,289 |
| 7 Summerlands Close, Brixham, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-11-26 | £245,178 |
TQ5 0EA 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 TQ5 0EA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Polhearne Way , TQ5 0EE | 2out of 4 | 625 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park Primary & Nursery School Eden Park , TQ5 9NH | 3out of 4 | 878 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Furzeham Primary School Higher Furzeham Road , TQ5 8BL | 3out of 4 | 1,850 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixham Church of England Primary School Higher Ranscombe Road , TQ5 9HF | - not rated | 1,866 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Galmpton Church of England Primary School Greenway Road , Galmpton TQ5 0LT | 3out of 4 | 2,902 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brixham College Higher Ranscombe Road , TQ5 9HF | 3out of 4 | 2,009 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 2,512 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming Garden | 112-114 Drew Street | 890 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell Inn | 108 Drew Street | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishionados | 10 Summercourt Way | 71 yd | |
| Bombay Mix | 2-4 Milton Street | 620 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mayfield School (Chestnut Centre) ROWAN WAY | grass pitches | 520 yd |
| St Marys Park HILL VIEW HILL VIEW BAKERS HILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 786 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 50.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 45.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 64.75 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 64.75 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.