Northfields Lane is in Brixham and in Torbay district. TQ5 8RJ 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 Northfields Lane, Brixham, TQ5 8RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ5 8RN, TQ5 8LE, TQ5 8RL, TQ5 8LG, TQ5 8LB, TQ5 8RP, TQ5 8NR, TQ5 8RW, TQ5 8LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ5 8RJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 53.5% | 53.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 46.5% | 46.2% | -0.3% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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% | 35.2% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -2.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.8% | 38.6% | -13.2% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 11% | 15.3% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 6.2% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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 | 39.7% | 38.4% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 36.4% | -3.3% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 13% | 16.9% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.3% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 21.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 21.6% | -3.3% | 18.2% | 3.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.6% | 10% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.9% | 16.6% | 0.7% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 9.4% | 4.1% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 15.3% | 1.7% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 21.6% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -12.2% |
| Other | 5.3% | 5.6% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 97.7% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 96.8% | 96% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.1% | 76.7% | -0.6% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 21.9% | 13.5% | 8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 48.5% | 46.2% | 2.3% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Northfields Lane was 52.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 24.6% lower than the Furzeham with Summercombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Northfields Lane has the 27th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Furzeham with Summercombe and the 189th lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.2%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Northfields Lane, Brixham, Torbay Other, an established residential building | £133 | 2021-08-31 | £135 |
| 135 Northfields Lane, Brixham, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2017-08-03 | £307,102 |
| 88 Northfields Lane, Brixham, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2017-01-18 | £190,410 |
| 104 Northfields Lane, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2008-08-07 | £204,816 |
| 118 Northfields Lane, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2006-01-18 | £247,629 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 41 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 19 |
| Education | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furzeham Primary School Higher Furzeham Road , TQ5 8BL | 3out of 4 | 598 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park Primary & Nursery School Eden Park , TQ5 9NH | 3out of 4 | 1,276 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixham Church of England Primary School Higher Ranscombe Road , TQ5 9HF | - not rated | 1,316 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Polhearne Way , TQ5 0EE | 2out of 4 | 1,350 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Galmpton Church of England Primary School Greenway Road , Galmpton TQ5 0LT | 3out of 4 | 3,265 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 | 1,303 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 2,713 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 | 5,400 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brixham Town FC | North Boundary Road | 394 yd | |
| Bay View Leisure | Brixham Holiday Park, Fishcombe Road | 497 yd | |
| Fishcombe Cove Cafe | Fishcombe Cove, Fishcombe Road | 514 yd | |
| The Front Room | Brixham Baptist Church, Market Street | 556 yd | |
| The Curious Kitchen Brixham | 14-16 Middle Street | 571 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brixham Catering @ Brixham Cricket Club | Brixham Cricket Club, Northfields Lane | 172 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | 65 New Road | 439 yd | |
| Long Bar | Union Lane | 635 yd | |
| The Vigilance | 5 Bolton Street | 685 yd | |
| Brixham Yacht Club | Overgang Road | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Boat | 8 Middle Street | 565 yd | |
| Indian Thai | 10 Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 608 yd | |
| The Strand Bakery | Strand Bakery, Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 610 yd | |
| The West Country Deli | 45 Fore Street | 672 yd | |
| Brixham Grill & Fish Bar | 27 Fore Street | 676 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costcutter | 64-66 Pillar Avenue | 330 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 New Road | 519 yd | |
| Tesco | 18-22 Fore Street | 636 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 73-75 Fore Street | 737 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Furzeham Recreation Ground HIGHER FURZEHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 446 yd |
| Brixham Cricket Club BRIXHAM CRICKET CLUB BRIXHAM CRICKET CLUB NORTH BOUNDARY ROAD | grass pitches | 517 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 | 61.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.