Lion Close is in Kingsbridge and in South Hams district. TQ7 1EW is located in the Kingsbridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Totnes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lion Close, Kingsbridge, TQ7 1EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ7 1EP, TQ7 1ER, TQ7 1EN, TQ7 1HT, TQ7 1EL, TQ7 1EJ, TQ7 1EQ, TQ7 1QT, TQ7 1QU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding TQ7 1EW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% 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 | 52.5% | 54.3% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 47.5% | 45.7% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 | 32.4% | 33.8% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.4% | 43.3% | -2.1% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.7% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 13% | 14.3% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 6.9% | 1.4% | 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 | 50.5% | 41.7% | -8.8% | 48.4% | -6.7% |
| Good health | 29.5% | 37.6% | 8.1% | 33.6% | 4.0% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12.8% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 6.9% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.1% | 24.2% | 1.1% | 18.2% | 6.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 12.1% | -5.1% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.8% | 13.4% | -8.4% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 5.2% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 21.6% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 4.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 20.8% | 9.0% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2.6% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 95.5% | -1.8% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 93.8% 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 | 95.3% | 93.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.3% | 93.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 2.7% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.5% | 37.2% | 17.3% |
| Christian | 39.4% | 46.2% | -6.8% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lion Close was 84.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.5% lower than the Kingsbridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lion Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Kingsbridge and the 37th highest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 42.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 25.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 65% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Lion Close, Kingsbridge, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2022-06-20 | £246,685 |
| 9 Lion Close, Kingsbridge, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £337,500 | 2022-01-27 | £341,688 |
| 3 Lion Close, Kingsbridge, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-05-31 | £265,277 |
| 9 Lion Close, Kingsbridge, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2018-06-22 | £293,572 |
| 9 Lion Close, Kingsbridge, Devon Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2014-07-28 | £258,468 |
TQ7 1EW area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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.
TQ7 1EW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Education | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Alvington Church of England Academy West Alvington , TQ7 3PP | 2out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsbridge Community Primary School Belle Cross Road , TQ7 1NL | 2out of 4 | 1,144 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charleton Church of England Academy West Charleton , TQ7 2AL | 3out of 4 | 3,363 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Loddiswell Primary School Beechwood Park , Loddiswell TQ7 4BY | 3out of 4 | 4,865 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aveton Gifford CofE Primary School Fore Street , Aveton Gifford TQ7 4LB | 3out of 4 | 5,293 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsbridge Academy Balkwill Road , TQ7 1PL | 4out of 4 | 698 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Staff Cafe | Tesco, Cookworthy Road | 195 yd | |
| Wild Artichokes | Unit 1, Centurion Works | 336 yd | |
| Mangetout | 84 Fore Street, Kingsbridge | 351 yd | |
| Oasis Sandwich Bar | 72 Fore Street, Kingsbridge | 351 yd | |
| Mala salcombe ltd | Ceylon Cinnamon Restaurant The Loft, The Shambles | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mill Club | 1 Western Backway, Kingsbridge | 387 yd | |
| Hermitage | Hermitage Inn, 8 Mill Street | 464 yd | |
| Seven Stars | The Seven Stars, 13 Mill Street | 469 yd | |
| Regal Club | The Regal Club, Regal House | 559 yd | |
| Creeks End Inn | Creeks End, Squares Quay | 606 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Sandwich Bar | 72 Fore Street, Kingsbridge | 351 yd | |
| Yummy House Chinese Takeaway | 28 Fore Street, Kingsbridge | 406 yd | |
| Scoops Ice Cream Parlour | 4 Fore Street, Kingsbridge | 406 yd | |
| Pizza Planet | 20 Mill Street, Kingsbridge | 464 yd | |
| Cod Father | 6-8 Duke Street, Kingsbridge | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 71-73 Fore Street, Kingsbridge | 409 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kingsbridge Community College (Academy Southwest Playing Field) THORNFIELD THORNFIELD | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Kingsbridge Community College (Academy Southwest) BALKWILL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 615 yd |
| Quayside Leisure Centre ROPE WALK | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, squash courts, swimming pool | 844 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.