Dashpers is in Brixham and in Torbay district. TQ5 9LH 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 Dashpers, Brixham, TQ5 9LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ5 9LQ, TQ5 9LG, TQ5 9LF, TQ5 9LZ, TQ5 9NA, TQ5 9LS, TQ5 9LE, TQ5 9LT, TQ5 9LL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ5 9LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.2% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 51% | 48.8% | -2.2% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TQ5 9LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.3% | 27.2% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.3% | 51.3% | 2.0% | 44.2% | 7.1% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12.9% | 12.5% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 9.6% | 6.7% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.6% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.2% | 38.5% | -3.7% | 48.4% | -9.9% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 32.1% | 0.9% | 33.6% | -1.5% |
| Fair health | 15.6% | 17.6% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 8% | 7.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 3.4% |
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 | 25.8% | 16.5% | -9.3% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.8% | 12.1% | -2.7% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.8% | -2.0% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.7% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 17.4% | 1.6% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.1% | 30.8% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.4% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 99.6% | 97.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.6% | 97.3% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 21% | 13.5% | 7.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 49.6% | 46.2% | 3.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dashpers was 49.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 29.7% lower than the Furzeham with Summercombe average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dashpers has the 25th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Furzeham with Summercombe and the 179th lowest crime rate of 465 local areas in Torbay .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wedge Dashpers, Brixham, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2023-09-15 | £329,588 |
| 54 Dashpers, Brixham, Torbay Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2021-09-27 | £398,812 |
| Brookdale Cottage Dashpers, Brixham, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2019-05-03 | £284,493 |
| Summerlea Dashpers, Brixham, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £289,950 | 2018-11-24 | £368,885 |
| Orchard Cottage Dashpers, Brixham, Torbay Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £189,950 | 2018-06-29 | £251,491 |
TQ5 9LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 9LH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 79 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eden Park Primary & Nursery School Eden Park , TQ5 9NH | 3out of 4 | 250 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Margaret Clitherow Catholic Primary School Polhearne Way , TQ5 0EE | 2out of 4 | 267 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brixham Church of England Primary School Higher Ranscombe Road , TQ5 9HF | - not rated | 1,107 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Furzeham Primary School Higher Furzeham Road , TQ5 8BL | 3out of 4 | 1,155 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Galmpton Church of England Primary School Greenway Road , Galmpton TQ5 0LT | 3out of 4 | 3,406 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 | 1,244 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Churston Ferrers Grammar School Academy Greenway Road , Churston Ferrers TQ5 0LN | 4out of 4 | 2,937 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ming Garden | 112-114 Drew Street | 248 yd | |
| The Larder Cafe | 11 Bolton Street | 807 yd | |
| Storm in a Teacup | 4 Bolton Street | 854 yd | |
| The Front Room | Brixham Baptist Church, Market Street | 933 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 24-26 Fore Street | 935 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell Inn | 108 Drew Street | 248 yd | |
| The Three Elms | 28 Drew Street | 438 yd | |
| Brixham Sea Anglers Club | Castor Road | 547 yd | |
| The Golden Lion | 65 New Road | 710 yd | |
| The Vigilance | 5 Bolton Street | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bombay Mix | 2-4 Milton Street | 334 yd | |
| Davids Fish And Chip Shop | 64 Bolton Street | 758 yd | |
| Fishionados | 10 Summercourt Way | 791 yd | |
| Indian Thai | 10 Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 934 yd | |
| The Strand Bakery | Strand Bakery, Brewery Lane, Bank Lane | 942 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 76 New Road | 571 yd | |
| Tesco | 18-22 Fore Street | 949 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Marys Park HILL VIEW HILL VIEW BAKERS HILL | grass pitches, tennis courts | 369 yd |
| Brixham Fitness Centre (Closed) The Old Dairy The Old Dairy St. Marys Road | health and fitness suite | 752 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 79.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.