Seaways is in Torcross, Kingsbridge and in South Hams district. TQ7 2TQ is located in the Stokenham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Totnes. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Seaways, Torcross, Kingsbridge, TQ7 2TQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TQ7 2EA, TQ7 2TG, TQ7 2TH, TQ7 2TW, TQ7 2TJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around TQ7 2TQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.3% | 50.6% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.7% | 49.4% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 TQ7 2TQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% 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 | 17.6% | 21.1% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -16.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 59.1% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 9.7% | -3.9% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 9.7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 | 50.7% | 47.4% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 36.5% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 15% | 3.4% | 12.7% | 2.3% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.8% | 11.3% | -3.5% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.3% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 14.6% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 8.3% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 14.6% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 40.8% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 7.0% |
| Other | 5.2% | 2.1% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.2% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 96.6% | 94% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 94% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.4% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.3% | 76.7% | 11.6% |
| 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% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.5% | 37.2% | -3.7% |
| Christian | 57.1% | 46.2% | 10.9% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Seaways was 38.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.7% higher than the Allington & Strete average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Seaways has the 19th highest crime rate of 55 local areas in Allington & Strete and the 125th highest crime rate of 283 local areas in South Hams .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -16.1%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 60% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hobie Cottage, 2 Seaways, Kingsbridge, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2004-07-16 | £620,074 |
| Hobie Cottage, 2 Seaways, Kingsbridge, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 1995-12-21 | £268,882 |
| 1 Seaways, Kingsbridge, Devon Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 1995-12-21 | £268,882 |
TQ7 2TQ area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 20% 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 2TQ 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 TQ7 2TQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Self-Employed | 49 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stokenham Area Primary School Stokenham , TQ7 2SJ | 4out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Cellars BEESANDS CELLARS BEESANDS CELLARS BEESANDS TO BEESANDS CELLERS | grass pitches | 892 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 | 90.2% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 2.4% |
| Median download speed | 38.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 39.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 68.21 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 68.21 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 15.81 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.