Sun Valley Close is in Brixham and in Torbay district. TQ5 8JG 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 Sun Valley Close, Brixham, TQ5 8JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ5 8RP, TQ5 8RR, TQ5 8RL, TQ5 8JQ, TQ5 8RW, TQ5 8RN, TQ5 8NR, TQ5 8HB, TQ5 8RJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TQ5 8JG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 49.4% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 50.2% | 50.6% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 22.9% | 25.1% | 2.2% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 45.5% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 3.3% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 18.6% | 15.6% | -3.0% | 9.1% | 6.5% |
| Widowed | 5.7% | 9.5% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 39% | 33.1% | -5.9% | 48.4% | -15.3% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 41.1% | 6.4% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 15.7% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 6.8% | 6.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 2.6% |
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 | 28.6% | 19.6% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 10.3% | -2.1% | 9.6% | 0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 17.3% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.2% | 9.8% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 15.4% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.1% | 23.4% | 6.3% | 33.8% | -10.4% |
| Other | 6.2% | 4.2% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.4% | 96.2% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 96% | 96.2% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 96.2% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3.8% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 76.7% | -0.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 51.7% | 46.2% | 5.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sun Valley Close was 83.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.6% higher than the Furzeham with Summercombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sun Valley Close has the 19th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Furzeham with Summercombe and the 180th highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1A Sun Valley Close, Brixham, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £370,000 | 2023-12-04 | £359,451 |
| 14 Sun Valley Close, Brixham, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-12-14 | £298,203 |
| 1A Sun Valley Close, Brixham, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2021-06-30 | £395,400 |
| 11 Sun Valley Close, Brixham, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2020-11-27 | £322,916 |
| 9 Sun Valley Close, Brixham, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,185 | 2017-02-10 | £268,186 |
TQ5 8JG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 8JG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 81 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furzeham Primary School Higher Furzeham Road , TQ5 8BL | 3out of 4 | 467 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park Primary & Nursery School Eden Park , TQ5 9NH | 3out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixham Church of England Primary School Higher Ranscombe Road , TQ5 9HF | - not rated | 1,125 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Polhearne Way , TQ5 0EE | 2out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Galmpton Church of England Primary School Greenway Road , Galmpton TQ5 0LT | 3out of 4 | 3,390 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 | 1,123 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 2,846 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 | 375 yd | |
| The Curious Kitchen Brixham | 14-16 Middle Street | 405 yd | |
| Whitstable Baptist Church | Baptist Church, Middle Wall | 406 yd | |
| Flour Flower | 40-42 Middle Street | 420 yd | |
| Port Espresso | 26 Middle Street | 426 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Golden Lion | 65 New Road | 254 yd | |
| Brixham Catering @ Brixham Cricket Club | Brixham Cricket Club, Northfields Lane | 347 yd | |
| Long Bar | Union Lane | 468 yd | |
| The Vigilance | 5 Bolton Street | 489 yd | |
| The Blue Anchor | 83 Fore Street | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Boat | 8 Middle Street | 396 yd | |
| Indian Thai | 10 Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 427 yd | |
| The Strand Bakery | Strand Bakery, Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 430 yd | |
| The West Country Deli | 45 Fore Street | 494 yd | |
| Brixham Grill & Fish Bar | 27 Fore Street | 498 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 76 New Road | 382 yd | |
| Tesco | 18-22 Fore Street | 456 yd | |
| Costcutter | 64-66 Pillar Avenue | 484 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 73-75 Fore Street | 577 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 16 Great Rea Road | 997 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Furzeham Recreation Ground HIGHER FURZEHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 362 yd |
| Brixham Cricket Club BRIXHAM CRICKET CLUB BRIXHAM CRICKET CLUB NORTH BOUNDARY ROAD | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Brixham College Sports Centre BRIXHAM LEISURE CENTRE BRIXHAM LEISURE CENTRE LYTES ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 922 yd |
| Brixham Community College HIGHER RANSCOMBE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,013 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 | 28.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.