Sea View Terrace is in Brixham and in Torbay district. TQ5 8AU 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 Sea View Terrace, Brixham, TQ5 8AU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ5 8BB, TQ5 8AY, TQ5 8BQ, TQ5 8AX, TQ5 8QP, TQ5 8AT, TQ5 8HX, TQ5 8QT, TQ5 8BG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ5 8AU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 51.6% | -1.6% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 46.8% | 48.4% | 1.6% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 | 27.7% | 34% | 6.3% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.2% | 38.9% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.3% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 6% | 4.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 15.1% | 14.8% | -0.3% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 9% | 6.2% | -2.8% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 36.7% | 38.1% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 45.7% | 38.7% | -7.0% | 33.6% | 5.1% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 14.4% | -0.5% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 25.9% | 16.7% | -9.2% | 18.2% | -1.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 12.3% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 21% | 4.1% | 13.4% | 7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 8% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.7% | 11.7% | -4.0% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.7% | 27.8% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.5% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.4% | 97.8% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93.4% 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 | 97.9% | 93.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 92.9% | -4.4% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Ireland | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.5% | 37.2% | 12.3% |
| Christian | 41.8% | 46.2% | -4.4% |
| Buddhist | 3.3% | 0.5% | 2.8% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sea View Terrace was 145.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 108.7% higher than the Furzeham with Summercombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sea View Terrace has the 4th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Furzeham with Summercombe and the 85th highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 64.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Sea View Terrace, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2025-03-20 | £382,657 |
| 8 Sea View Terrace, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2022-05-16 | £377,820 |
| 9 Sea View Terrace, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2021-06-30 | £357,333 |
| 13 Sea View Terrace, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2019-08-07 | £412,875 |
| 4 Sea View Terrace, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2018-07-17 | £344,950 |
The percentage of retired residents living in TQ5 8AU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 54 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 12 |
| Education | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furzeham Primary School Higher Furzeham Road , TQ5 8BL | 3out of 4 | 369 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixham Church of England Primary School Higher Ranscombe Road , TQ5 9HF | - not rated | 1,165 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park Primary & Nursery School Eden Park , TQ5 9NH | 3out of 4 | 1,578 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Polhearne Way , TQ5 0EE | 2out of 4 | 1,731 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Galmpton Church of England Primary School Greenway Road , Galmpton TQ5 0LT | 3out of 4 | 3,833 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 | 1,068 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 3,271 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beamers | 19-20 The Quay | 306 yd | |
| Tides | 25 The Quay | 312 yd | |
| JR's Pirate Cove | 13a The Quay | 312 yd | |
| The Bay Coffee Company Ltd | 12 The Quay | 312 yd | |
| La Petite Maison | 5-7 The Quay | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brixham Yacht Club | Overgang Road | 217 yd | |
| Sprat and Mackerel | 24 The Quay | 304 yd | |
| The Blue Anchor | 83 Fore Street | 481 yd | |
| New Quay Inn | 8 King Street | 505 yd | |
| The Mermaid Bar | 2 King Street | 511 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbour Bites | 26 The Quay | 304 yd | |
| The Big Scoop | 15 The Quay | 316 yd | |
| Mambos | 16-17 The Quay | 319 yd | |
| Rio's Fish and Chips | 1 Pump Street | 441 yd | |
| The Dutchy | The Golden Fish Restaurant, 1 The Strand | 467 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 73-75 Fore Street | 533 yd | |
| Tesco | 18-22 Fore Street | 586 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 16 Great Rea Road | 867 yd | |
| Costcutter | 64-66 Pillar Avenue | 918 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 New Road | 950 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Furzeham Recreation Ground HIGHER FURZEHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 272 yd |
| Brixham College Sports Centre BRIXHAM LEISURE CENTRE BRIXHAM LEISURE CENTRE LYTES ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 878 yd |
| Brixham Cricket Club BRIXHAM CRICKET CLUB BRIXHAM CRICKET CLUB NORTH BOUNDARY ROAD | grass pitches | 907 yd |
| Brixham Community College HIGHER RANSCOMBE ROAD | grass pitches | 956 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 | 38.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.