Bolton Street is in Brixham and in Torbay district. TQ5 9BZ 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 Bolton Street, Brixham, TQ5 9BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ5 9BT, TQ5 9DQ, TQ5 9RS, TQ5 9BA, TQ5 9DE, TQ5 9BX, TQ5 9RT, TQ5 9BU, TQ5 9RP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ5 9BZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% 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 | 51.5% | 52% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48% | -0.5% | 49.0% | -1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around TQ5 9BZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.7% | 45.1% | 4.4% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.7% | 25.6% | -5.1% | 44.2% | -18.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 16% | 17.7% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 8.6% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 7.3% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 | 37.6% | 38.5% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 33% | 2.1% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 17% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 8.8% | 8.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 4.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.6% | 3% | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.7% | 21.1% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 12.4% | -8.9% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.8% | 0.1% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 4.3% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 16.8% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 26.7% | 9.4% | 33.8% | -7.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.9% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.4% | 94.5% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 95% 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% | 95% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| British Overseas | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 95.5% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.5% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 24.5% | 13.5% | 11.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 56.5% | 37.2% | 19.3% |
| Christian | 36% | 46.2% | -10.2% |
| Muslim | 1.5% | 6.5% | -5.0% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bolton Street was 92.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.3% higher than the Furzeham with Summercombe average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Bolton Street has the 15th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Furzeham with Summercombe and the 164th highest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -60.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7A Bolton Street, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2025-03-20 | £70,644 |
| 53 Bolton Street, Brixham, Torbay Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2022-12-15 | £258,504 |
| 31 Bolton Street, Brixham, Torbay Other, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2022-11-01 | £232,233 |
| First And Second Floor Flat 43 Bolton Street, Brixham, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2022-06-17 | £131,462 |
| 51 Bolton Street, Brixham, Torbay Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £107,500 | 2022-01-31 | £103,669 |
TQ5 9BZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
| Retired | 40 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 398 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixham Church of England Primary School Higher Ranscombe Road , TQ5 9HF | - not rated | 643 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Eden Park Primary & Nursery School Eden Park , TQ5 9NH | 3out of 4 | 842 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Polhearne Way , TQ5 0EE | 2out of 4 | 1,029 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Galmpton Church of England Primary School Greenway Road , Galmpton TQ5 0LT | 3out of 4 | 3,772 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 | 672 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 3,245 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 Larder Cafe | 11 Bolton Street | 58 yd | |
| Storm in a Teacup | 4 Bolton Street | 89 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 24-26 Fore Street | 168 yd | |
| Casa Nostra Resturante | 23 Fore Street | 184 yd | |
| Ella's | 35 Fore Street | 192 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Vigilance | 5 Bolton Street | 3 yd | |
| Long Bar | Union Lane | 249 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | 65 New Road | 323 yd | |
| The Blue Anchor | 83 Fore Street | 425 yd | |
| New Quay Inn | 8 King Street | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Davids Fish And Chip Shop | 64 Bolton Street | 107 yd | |
| Indian Thai | 10 Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 171 yd | |
| The Strand Bakery | Strand Bakery, Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 177 yd | |
| The West Country Deli | 45 Fore Street | 192 yd | |
| Brixham Grill & Fish Bar | 27 Fore Street | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 18-22 Fore Street | 176 yd | |
| The Co-Operative Foodstore | 73-75 Fore Street | 316 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 76 New Road | 472 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 16 Great Rea Road | 603 yd | |
| Costcutter | 64-66 Pillar Avenue | 956 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Brixham College Sports Centre BRIXHAM LEISURE CENTRE BRIXHAM LEISURE CENTRE LYTES ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 493 yd |
| Furzeham Recreation Ground HIGHER FURZEHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 502 yd |
| Brixham Community College HIGHER RANSCOMBE ROAD | grass pitches | 576 yd |
| Admiral Swimming Centre BRIXHAM INDOOR SWIMMING POOL BRIXHAM INDOOR SWIMMING POOL HIGHER RANSCOMBE ROAD | swimming pool | 628 yd |
| Astley Park (Brixham Rfc) Rea Barn Road | grass pitches | 670 yd |
| St Marys Park HILL VIEW HILL VIEW BAKERS HILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,036 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 | 98.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 88.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 88.7% |
| 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 | 56.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.