Swannaton Road is in Dartmouth and in South Hams district. TQ6 0JS is located in the Dartmouth & East Dart electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Totnes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swannaton Road, Dartmouth, TQ6 0JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ6 0JS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 51.9% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.4% | 48.1% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 TQ6 0JS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 66.1% 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 | 12.7% | 17.4% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -20.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.9% | 66.1% | 3.2% | 44.2% | 21.9% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 8.5% | -4.2% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 10% | 6.7% | -3.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.2% | 53.5% | 11.3% | 48.4% | 5.1% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 30.5% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 11.9% | -3.6% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 3.6% | 3.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 56.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.7% | 10.2% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.7% | 5.3% | -7.4% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 8.9% | -4.6% | 13.4% | -4.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 14.7% | 7.3% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 47.2% | 56.4% | 9.2% | 33.8% | 22.6% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.2% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 88.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 88.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.6% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.2% | 88.8% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 5.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.7% | 8.3% | 9.8% | -1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0.4% | -6.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 76.7% | 16.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.4% | 13.5% | -8.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.1% | 37.2% | 3.9% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 9.5% | 6.0% | 3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swannaton Road was 43.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 18.8% lower than the Dartmouth & East Dart average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Swannaton Road has the 10th lowest crime rate of 20 local areas in Dartmouth & East Dart and the 101st highest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higher Swannaton Farm Swannaton Road, Dartmouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £1,290,000 | 2020-11-25 | £1,284,348 |
| Hazel Cottage Swannaton Road, Dartmouth, Devon Other, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2020-11-25 | £298,686 |
| Swannaton House Swannaton Road, Dartmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2000-09-08 | £1,393,110 |
| Swannaton House Swannaton Road, Dartmouth, Devon Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 1998-10-02 | £1,279,680 |
TQ6 0JS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
TQ6 0JS 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 TQ6 0JS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 105 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Dartmouth Milton Lane , TQ6 9HW | 3out of 4 | 1,118 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswear Community Primary School Lower Contour Road , Kingswear TQ6 0BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,885 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoke Fleming Community Primary School Stoke Fleming , TQ6 0QA | 4out of 4 | 2,227 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth Academy Milton Lane , TQ6 9HW | 3out of 4 | 964 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 25.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 100.0% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.