South Furzeham Road is in Brixham and in Torbay district. TQ5 8JF 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 South Furzeham Road, Brixham, TQ5 8JF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ5 8JE, TQ5 8HB, TQ5 8EZ, TQ5 8HF, TQ5 8EY, TQ5 8HA, TQ5 8LZ, TQ5 8JD, TQ5 8ET.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ5 8JF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% 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 | 53.3% | 52.1% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 46.7% | 47.9% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 | 28.2% | 34.2% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.7% | 42.2% | -8.5% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0.5% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 14.6% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 5.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 7.5% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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% | 43.6% | 2.6% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 34.4% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 17.4% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 4.6% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.1% | 20.6% | -1.5% | 18.2% | 2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.5% | 11.6% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.7% | 15.6% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.5% | 7.5% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.9% | 16.6% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 25.1% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -8.7% |
| Other | 1.9% | 3% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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 | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.3% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 94.6% | 96.3% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 1.8% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 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 | 93.5% | 96.3% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 0% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.8% | 76.7% | 4.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 59.8% | 46.2% | 13.6% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Furzeham Road was 13.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.9% lower than the Furzeham with Summercombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Furzeham Road has the 11th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Furzeham with Summercombe and the 35th lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 75 South Furzeham Road, Brixham, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £800,000 | 2024-11-07 | £784,648 |
| 57A South Furzeham Road, Brixham, Torbay Other, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-10-25 | £273,661 |
| 57 South Furzeham Road, Brixham, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2022-09-02 | £218,651 |
| Flat 2 Cintra, 81 South Furzeham Road, Brixham, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-03-25 | £208,778 |
| 75 South Furzeham Road, Brixham, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2021-11-04 | £777,027 |
The percentage of retired residents living in TQ5 8JF 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 | 65 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furzeham Primary School Higher Furzeham Road , TQ5 8BL | 3out of 4 | 273 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixham Church of England Primary School Higher Ranscombe Road , TQ5 9HF | - not rated | 962 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park Primary & Nursery School Eden Park , TQ5 9NH | 3out of 4 | 1,114 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Polhearne Way , TQ5 0EE | 2out of 4 | 1,251 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Galmpton Church of England Primary School Greenway Road , Galmpton TQ5 0LT | 3out of 4 | 3,588 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 | 942 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 3,044 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Front Room | Brixham Baptist Church, Market Street | 198 yd | |
| The Curious Kitchen Brixham | 14-16 Middle Street | 211 yd | |
| Whitstable Baptist Church | Baptist Church, Middle Wall | 221 yd | |
| Flour Flower | 40-42 Middle Street | 224 yd | |
| Port Espresso | 26 Middle Street | 229 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Bar | Union Lane | 275 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | 65 New Road | 283 yd | |
| The Vigilance | 5 Bolton Street | 360 yd | |
| The Blue Anchor | 83 Fore Street | 443 yd | |
| Brixham Catering @ Brixham Cricket Club | Brixham Cricket Club, Northfields Lane | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Boat | 8 Middle Street | 204 yd | |
| Indian Thai | 10 Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 250 yd | |
| The Strand Bakery | Strand Bakery, Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 251 yd | |
| The West Country Deli | 45 Fore Street | 311 yd | |
| Brixham Grill & Fish Bar | 27 Fore Street | 315 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 18-22 Fore Street | 276 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 73-75 Fore Street | 381 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 New Road | 471 yd | |
| Costcutter | 64-66 Pillar Avenue | 676 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 16 Great Rea Road | 804 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Furzeham Recreation Ground HIGHER FURZEHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 215 yd |
| Brixham College Sports Centre BRIXHAM LEISURE CENTRE BRIXHAM LEISURE CENTRE LYTES ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 738 yd |
| Brixham Community College HIGHER RANSCOMBE ROAD | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| Brixham Cricket Club BRIXHAM CRICKET CLUB BRIXHAM CRICKET CLUB NORTH BOUNDARY ROAD | grass pitches | 864 yd |
| Admiral Swimming Centre BRIXHAM INDOOR SWIMMING POOL BRIXHAM INDOOR SWIMMING POOL HIGHER RANSCOMBE ROAD | swimming pool | 927 yd |
| Astley Park (Brixham Rfc) Rea Barn Road | grass pitches | 971 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 | 31.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 51.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.