Above Town is in Dartmouth and in South Hams district. TQ6 9RQ 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 Above Town, Dartmouth, TQ6 9RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ6 9BN, TQ6 9BL, TQ6 9BP, TQ6 9BJ, TQ6 9AT, TQ6 9BS, TQ6 9AP, TQ6 9AN, TQ6 9AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TQ6 9RQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 55.9% | 50% | -5.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 44.1% | 50% | 5.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 20.4% | 30.6% | 10.2% | 37.9% | -7.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.1% | 35.7% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -8.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 13.4% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 4.3% |
| Widowed | 25.7% | 15.9% | -9.8% | 6.1% | 9.8% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.8%) 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 | 24.8% | 36.3% | 11.5% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 31.5% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 30.4% | 20.2% | -10.2% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 3.7% | 8.3% | 4.6% | 4.0% | 4.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 3.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 | 35.5% | 24.8% | -10.7% | 18.2% | 6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.9% | 8.3% | 2.4% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 11.5% | -2.3% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 7% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 7.6% | -0.3% | 16.9% | -9.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 34.4% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 0.6% |
| Other | 5.9% | 6.4% | 0.5% | 2.8% | 3.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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 | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.1% | 98.8% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 86.8% 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 | 92.5% | 86.8% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.8% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
| Africa | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.9% | 85.3% | -6.6% | 83.2% | 2.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.1% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 4.1% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.2% | 2.9% | -3.3% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Italy | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 3% | 0.3% | 2.7% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47% | 37.2% | 9.8% |
| Christian | 47% | 46.2% | 0.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Above Town was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Dartmouth & East Dart average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes .

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62B Above Town, Dartmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £636,000 | 2024-08-01 | £580,053 |
| 70 Above Town, Dartmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2022-09-26 | £454,463 |
| 80 Above Town, Dartmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £485,000 | 2022-09-20 | £419,837 |
| 76 Above Town, Dartmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2022-01-05 | £541,573 |
| 84 Above Town, Dartmouth, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £467,000 | 2021-09-01 | £477,590 |
TQ6 9RQ 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 TQ6 9RQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingswear Community Primary School Lower Contour Road , Kingswear TQ6 0BJ | - not rated | 843 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingswear Community Primary School Lower Contour Road , Kingswear TQ6 0BJ | - not rated | 843 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dartmouth Primary School and Nursery Milton Lane , TQ6 9HW | - not rated | 1,348 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Dartmouth Milton Lane , TQ6 9HW | - not rated | 1,411 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Dartmouth Milton Lane , TQ6 9HW | 3out of 4 | 1,411 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth Community College Milton Lane , TQ6 9HW | - not rated | 1,254 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,254 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gramercy Hall School Churston Ferrers , TQ5 0HR | - not rated | 5,145 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayards Cove Inn | 27 Lower Street, Dartmouth | 133 yd | |
| Bushells Riverside | Bushell's Riverside, 24 South Embankment | 144 yd | |
| Dartmouth Yacht Club Catering | Dartmouth Yacht Club, Ground Floor | 160 yd | |
| Andria | Andria Restaurant, 5 Lower Street | 189 yd | |
| Marjorie's Pantry | 3 Lower Street, Dartmouth | 198 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmouth Arms | 26 Lower Street, Dartmouth | 133 yd | |
| Dartmouth Angling & Boating Club | First Floor, 5 Oxford Street | 175 yd | |
| The Cherub Inn | 13 Higher Street, Dartmouth | 248 yd | |
| Bellinis Bar | Hauley Road, Dartmouth | 249 yd | |
| The Spinning Wheel | Amalfi Kitchen, Hauley Road | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockfish Takeaway | 28 Lower Street, Dartmouth | 133 yd | |
| Tsang's Restaurant | 23 Fairfax Place, Dartmouth | 296 yd | |
| Crab Shell | 1 Raleigh Street, Dartmouth | 296 yd | |
| Vinos | Vino's Pizzeria & Grill, 37 Victoria Road | 352 yd | |
| Vinos Pizzeria & Grill | Vino's Pizzeria & Grill, 37 Victoria Road | 352 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingswear Hall Priory Street | 469 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 | 38.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.